This page contains links to past research projects that are now complete as well as published papers and articles.
In advance of the start up of the Elder Law Clinic BC CEAS conducted and extensive research project on legal aid services for older adults, legal aid service delivery models and community needs.
Download the full report:
Elder Law Clinic: Needs Assessment and Business Plan (PDF)
BC CEAS managed this project, which involved a team of professionals from government, non profit organizations and universities. Research was focused on issues of vulnerability and abuse on the continuum from incapacity to capacity.
Download the final report:
VANGUARD Project Final Report (PDF)
By Joan Braun – This article was published in 2009 by Continuing Legal Education BC. It contains an overview of elder abuse research and makes recommendations on best practices when providing services ot older adults.
Download the article:
Elder Abuse: An Overview of Current Issues and Practice Considerations (PDF)
This twenty-five page report was Prepared by Pearl McKenzie in February, 2005. It summarizes the research work conducted by BC CEAS, barriers and problems faced, and recommendations for training and collaboration between police and designated agency staff and for further protocol or guideline development.