The BC CEAS board of directors sets priority areas for the Elder Law Clinic based on community feedback. These service areas change from time to time. At present they are:

• Financial abuse, such as:
• fraud or scam,
• misuse of power of attorney,
• forgery, or
• theft.

Where physical or sexual abuse has occurred and a legal remedy may end the abuse or prevent further abuse, such as obtaining a restraining order in a family situation where abuse has occurred.

Where benefits or pensions have been denied and there are grounds for an appeal. For example:

• Denial of OAS, or denial of other pension benefits.

Experiencing mistreatment in long term care, or in another institutional facility. For example:

• Physical abuse,
• Medical treatment without consent,
• Refusal to allow visitors, or
• Moving a capable older adult into care against his or her wishes.

Age discrimination in housing or other human rights issues.

Disputes in assisted living settings, such as:

• Breach of contract,
• Pressure to move out without proper grounds, and
• An unsafe situation or a quality of care issue.