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SUMMARY:It's Not Right! Neighbours\, Friends & Families for Older Adults (Online Presentation)
DESCRIPTION:Concerned about an older adult? Learn what to look for and how to help. You’re invited to take part in this online Zoom presentation—your participation could have a meaningful impact on someone’s life. \nIn this interactive session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to spot the warning signs of abuse and neglect\nWhy ageism matters — and how to challenge it\nHow to respond safely and supportively when something doesn’t feel right\nReal-life video scenarios + practical skill-building exercises\n\nWhether you’re a neighbour\, friend\, family member\, or simply someone who cares\, your voice matters. Together\, we can help build more supportive and respectful communities for older adults. \nView the presentation flyer. \nQuestions? Email us at programs@bccrns.ca. \nRegister now!
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/inr-june-3-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:CRN Coordinators WEAAD 2025 Brainstorming Session & Orientation!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all CRN Coordinators! \nAre you ready to collaborate and ignite some World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) inspiration with fellow coordinators?  Join us for a fun and dynamic virtual brainstorming orientation as we gear up for June 15th! \nTogether\, we’ll: \n\nExchange creative ideas for WEAAD events and activities\nInspire and support one another\nCelebrate the power of community action\n\n1 senior mistreated is 1 too many.  Let’s show B.C. how we care—with purple pride\, hope and heart. \nBring your energy\, your vision and your voice. Let’s make this year unforgettable! \nRegister now. \nQuestions or comments?  We’d love to hear from you!  Email us any time at info@bccrns.ca.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/weaad-orientaiton-may-8-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250506T130000
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CREATED:20250404T180504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T222300Z
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SUMMARY:👀 See Something\, Say Something! Reducing Risk for Older Adults (Online Presentation) 🗣️
DESCRIPTION:💻 Register now |📅 Date: May 6\, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT \nOlder adults living alone or in isolation may be at risk—but YOU can help! Join us for this dynamic online presentation to learn how to take action to keep older adults safe\, secure and independent. \n🔍 Who should attend this session? Anyone who interacts with older or vulnerable adults\, including: \n 🏦 Bank personnel | 📬 Letter carriers | 🛒 Grocery store & restaurant staff | 🚗 Volunteers\, caregivers & drivers |💊 Pharmacy & healthcare workers | ⛪ Church members & social groups  \nLet’s work together to build safer\, more connected communities! 💙\n \n📩 Questions? Email us at programs@bccrns.ca.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ssss-may-6-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250422T233315Z
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SUMMARY:➡️Strategy to ACTION: Driving Change Across Canada (Virtual Event)💻
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, May 6th join BC Community Response Networks and many of our provincial counterparts as we share an update on what has been happening across Canada over the past three years to prioritize prevention of elder abuse and neglect in every community! \nRegister
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/strategy-to-action
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250429T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250429T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250411T211103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T214703Z
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SUMMARY:✨ CRN Coordinators WEAAD 2025 Brainstorming Session & Orientation! 💜
DESCRIPTION:Calling all CRN Coordinators! \nAre you ready to collaborate and ignite some World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) inspiration with fellow coordinators?  Join us for a fun and dynamic virtual brainstorming orientation as we gear up for June 15th! \nTogether\, we’ll: \n\nExchange creative ideas for WEAAD events and activities\nInspire and support one another\nCelebrate the power of community action\n\n1 senior mistreated is 1 too many.  Let’s show B.C. how we care—with purple pride\, hope and heart. 💜 \nBring your energy\, your vision and your voice. Let’s make this year unforgettable! \n🔗Register now. \nQuestions or comments?  We’d love to hear from you!  Email us any time at info@bccrns.ca.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/weaad-orientaiton-april-29-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250411T211107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T214603Z
UID:20072-1745510400-1745514000@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:✨ CRN Coordinators WEAAD 2025 Brainstorming Session & Orientation! 💜
DESCRIPTION:Calling all CRN Coordinators! \nAre you ready to collaborate and ignite some World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) inspiration with fellow coordinators?  Join us for a fun and dynamic virtual brainstorming orientation as we gear up for June 15th! \nTogether\, we’ll: \n\nExchange creative ideas for WEAAD events and activities\nInspire and support one another\nCelebrate the power of community action\n\n1 senior mistreated is 1 too many.  Let’s show B.C. how we care—with purple pride\, hope and heart. 💜 \nBring your energy\, your vision and your voice. Let’s make this year unforgettable! \n🔗Register now. \nQuestions or comments?  We’d love to hear from you!  Email us any time at info@bccrns.ca.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/weaad-orientaiton-april-24-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250415T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250309T001748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T002240Z
UID:19752-1744713000-1744718400@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:🏳️‍🌈 Including & Affirming 2SLGBTQI+ People: Provincial Learning Event Webinar
DESCRIPTION:💻 Register now |📅 Date: April 15\, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PDT \n Want to create a more inclusive and affirming space for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals in your workplace or community? Join our free webinar and help build a world where everyone thrives authentically! 🌈 \n\nUnderstand Key Terminology – Gain clarity on the terms and identities of individuals within the 2SLGBTQI+ community and explore the significance of inclusive language.\nRecognize & Address Discrimination – Learn how homophobia\, biphobia and transphobia appear in various settings and learn about how these biases affect the well-being of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals.\nHear Real Experiences – Explore the challenges and resilience of 2SLGBTQI+ people.\nTake Action for Inclusion – Walk away with practical strategies to foster respect\, allyship and organizational change.\n\n💡 Who Should Attend? Community members\, leaders\, educators and allies – everyone is welcome! Whether you’re new to these topics or looking to deepen your knowledge\, this session provides a safe\, respectful space for learning and growth. \nPresenter: \nHorst Backé (he/him) is the Co-Coordinator of Living OUT Visibly and Engaged Community Response Network (LOVE CRN)\, which has spearheaded several initiatives to decrease abuse\, neglect and self-neglect of 2SLGBTQI+ adults. A retired public health nurse and healthcare manager\, Horst has been an avid volunteer and since 1984 and is currently helping resettle LGBTQ+ refugees in Nanaimo in his role as the president of Reaching Out Assisting Refugees (ROAR).
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ple-april-15-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured,Provincial Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T002932Z
UID:18963-1743508800-1743512400@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:🟡Spotlight on Ageism Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:💻 Register now | 📅 Date: April 1\, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT \nLet’s talk about ageism!  \nAgeism affects people of all ages—whether young or old\, many experience unfair judgments about their capabilities or status. It remains one of the most tolerated forms of discrimination in Canada\, but we have the power to change that! \nJoin us online on April 1st as we explore what ageism looks like and how we can shift our mindset\, challenge stereotypes and promote respect for all generations. 🌎💙 \nLet’s work together to create a more inclusive and age-positive society! 🌿 \nRegister now or email programs@bccrns.ca for further details.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ageism-april-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250318T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250301T021838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T002134Z
UID:19700-1742293800-1742299200@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:💡From Credit Reports to Debt Relief – What Older Adults Need to Know: Provincial Learning Event Webinar
DESCRIPTION:💻 Register now | 📅 Date: March 18\, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PDT \n💡Our relationship with money is more than just numbers – it shapes our daily lives\, well-being and future security. This informative webinar will help you understand what to do if you face a financial crisis. Learn about your legal rights\, available remedies and practical options to regain financial stability. 🎯 \nEmpower yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions and break the taboo around money challenges. Even if you are financially secure\, a friend or family member may be struggling. Life’s unexpected turns – such as the loss of a partner\, illness or financial fraud – can create serious financial difficulties. \nJoin us to gain valuable insights\, tools and resources to protect yourself and support those around you. \nPresented by Blair Mantin\, President\, Sands & Associates. With 15 years of experience\, Blair helps individuals and organizations facing challenging financial situations to move forward from a position of strength. \n 
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ple-march-18-2025
CATEGORIES:Provincial Learning,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241207T213807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T214313Z
UID:18961-1741089600-1741093200@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Extreme Clutter Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join BC CRN’s online presentation. \nClutter is formally defined as “a large group of usually unrelated or marginally related objects piled together in a disorganized fashion in spaces designed for other purposes (e.g. tabletops\, floor\, hallway).” \nHelp people understand what clutter\, hoarding\, collecting and squalor are. Understand that not everyone who collects\, lives in clutter or squalor is actually affected by the Hoarding syndrome. \nAfter the presentation participants will: \n• Understand the differences between clutter\, collecting\, squalor and hoarding.\n• Understand what the hoarding disorder is.\n• Understand the statistics\, the “why” and patterns of the hoarding disorder.\n• Understand how you can assist.\n• Understand its relationship to abuse. \nRegister now or email programs@bccrns.ca for more details.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/clutter-march-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250207T201919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T235024Z
UID:19469-1740070800-1740074400@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Administration Orientation for CRN Coordinators
DESCRIPTION:The BC CRN would like to welcome all Regional Mentors and CRN Coordinators to join an online Administration Orientation hosted by the Administration Team.  This is a great opportunity for both new CRN Coordinators and seasoned CRN Coordinators to connect with the team\, review processes and procedures\, find out what’s new\, and ask questions. \nIf you have already attended an orientation\, you do not need to register for another session.  However\, if you would like to attend again as a refresher or to ask any questions\, you are most welcome to join! \nWe will be covering topics such as: \n\nThe new coordinator portal\nAdministration forms\nSupport for CRNs\nProject grants\nCoordinator grants\nReporting requirements\nPrograms\nEducational and promotional material\n…and more!\n\nRegister now. \nThis session will be approximately 1 hour in length.  Please email info@bccrns.ca with any questions.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/admin-orientation-feb2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20250107T193515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T233249Z
UID:19180-1739874600-1739880000@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Provincial Learning Event Webinar: Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association of BC
DESCRIPTION:BC CRN welcomes Lisa Dawson\, Vice President of Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association of BC (ILTCCABC) for February’s Provincial Learning Event online webinar. \nParticipants will learn about the rights and regulations of long-term care residents and their families.  ILTCCABC represents the collective voice of residents\, their families and representatives. Belonging to a council enables residents and families to become involved in decisions that affect residents’ care and quality of life at the local\, regional and provincial levels. \nRegister \nSpeaker: Lisa Dawson \nThroughout the years\, Lisa has shown her exceptional dedication to improving the quality of life for older adults in long-term care (LTC) on all levels – locally\, regionally and provincially. Her important work focuses on empowering residents and families\, ensuring that high-quality care remains a top priority in LTC settings. \nRegionally\, Lisa is the co-founder and chair of the Vancouver Coastal Association of Family Councils (VCAFC)\, an organization that educates LTC communities about the importance of family and resident councils in improving care quality. Under her leadership\, VCAFC has established 28 self-directed family councils and currently supports 35 others in the Vancouver Coastal Health region. These councils amplify families’ voices in decision-making and advocate for residents’ needs. Lisa’s work through VCAFC reflects her belief in the power of collective advocacy and collaboration between families and care providers. \nAt the provincial level\, Lisa serves as Vice-President and Secretary of the Independent Long-Term Care Councils Association of BC (ILTCCABC)\, where she represents the collective interests of LTC residents and their families.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/provincial-learning-event-webinar-independent-long-term-care-councils-association-of-bc
CATEGORIES:Provincial Learning,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241207T213843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T214107Z
UID:18959-1738670400-1738674000@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:See Something\, Say Something! Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for this dynamic online presentation. The See Something\, Say Something! Reducing Risk for Older Adults program is designed to help identify high-risk adults\, particularly those who live alone and who may be isolated. Everyone can play an important role in the community in keeping others safe\, secure\, and independent. \nWho is this program for? Anyone who has contact with older or vulnerable adults: \n• Bank personnel\n• Meter readers\n• Volunteers\, caregivers\, drivers\n• Pharmacy personnel\n• Post office workers\, letter carriers\n• Restaurant personnel\, grocery store clerks\n• Churches\, social clubs\n• INCLUDING YOU! \nRegister now or email programs@bccrns.ca for further details.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ssss-feb-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241218T201119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T185722Z
UID:19093-1737455400-1737460800@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Provincial Learning Event Webinar: Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! BC CRN is excited to welcome BC Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt for January’s Provincial Learning Event online webinar. Participants will learn about how BC is meeting the basic needs of its older residents and the areas in which the Office of the Seniors Advocate will focus on in the coming year. \nRegister  \nBiography: Dan Levitt\, BC Seniors Advocate \nDan Levitt has tirelessly championed the rights of seniors for 30 years at the local\, provincial\, national and international levels. \nPrior to his appointment as BC’s Seniors Advocate\, Dan held leadership positions in senior-living and long-term care homes in the Lower Mainland for more than 10 years where he helped shape a dementia-friendly future for seniors and their loved ones. \nHe was an adjunct professor of gerontology at both Simon Fraser University and a former sessional instructor at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. He has also been a surveyor with Accreditation Canada\, reviewing quality improvement and person-centred care at long-term care homes and community-based service providers across Canada. \nHe is a certified health executive with the Canadian College of Health Leaders and achieved Fellowship status in the college in July 2024. He also received the Young Executive Award presented by the BC Lower Mainland Chapter Executive of the Canadian College of Health Leaders. On the global stage\, Levitt recently served as a member of the board of directors of the Global Ageing Network and the International Federation on Ageing. \nDan earned an undergraduate degree from the UBC and master’s degree from the University of North Texas\, Center for Studies in Aging. He has served on the board of directors for the Denominational Health Association and the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia. He is inspired by the aging journeys of his grandparents and great-grandparents\, and is now supporting his parents\, who are living life to the fullest in their mid-80s.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ple-january-21-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured,Provincial Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241207T214007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T214007Z
UID:18957-1736251200-1736254800@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:It’s Not Right! Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for this dynamic online workshop.  Learn how to recognize the warning signs of abuse among older adults and determine how to respond safely and supportively.  True to life scenarios are explored to facilitate discussions and to build skills.  The agenda will include: \n\nExamples of the warning signs/risk factors of adult abuse and learning how to recognize them.\nDiscussions about ageism.\nVideo scenarios of situations of abuse and neglect.\nSkill building opportunities (how to respond safely/supportively and how to have conversations about suspected abuse).\n\nCome join us – everyone is welcome!  View presentation flyer. \nRegister now or email programs@bccrns.ca for more information.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/inr-jan-2025
CATEGORIES:Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241117T021651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T211834Z
UID:18729-1734026400-1734030000@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Administration Orientations for CRN Coordinators
DESCRIPTION:The BC CRN would like to welcome all Regional Mentors and CRN Coordinators to join an online Administration Orientation hosted by the Administration Team.  This is a great opportunity for both new CRN Coordinators and seasoned CRN Coordinators to connect with the team\, review processes and procedures\, find out what’s new\, and ask questions. \nWe will be covering topics such as: \n\nThe new coordinator portal\nAdministration forms\nSupport for CRNs\nProject grants\nCoordinator grants\nReporting requirements\nPrograms\nEducational and promotional material\n…and more!\n\nRegister now. \nThis session will be approximately 1 hour in length.  Please email info@bccrns.ca with any questions.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/administration-orientation-dec-12
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240815T212318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T181004Z
UID:17998-1733227200-1733230800@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Extreme Clutter Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join BC CRN’s online presentation.  Register now. \nClutter is formally defined as “a large group of usually unrelated or marginally related objects piled together in a disorganized fashion in spaces designed for other purposes (e.g. tabletops\, floor\, hallway).” \nHelp people understand what clutter\, hoarding\, collecting and squalor are. Understand that not everyone who collects\, lives in clutter or squalor is actually affected by the Hoarding syndrome. \nAfter the presentation participants will: \n• Understand the differences between clutter\, collecting\, squalor and hoarding.\n• Understand what the hoarding disorder is.\n• Understand the statistics\, the “why” and patterns of the hoarding disorder.\n• Understand how you can assist.\n• Understand its relationship to abuse. \nRegister now.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/clutter-dec-2024
CATEGORIES:Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20241011T191846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T180936Z
UID:18449-1732012200-1732017600@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Provincial Learning Event: Older Adults Staying Safe Online
DESCRIPTION:Register now. \nWith digital literacy being a critical component to keeping older adults safe online\, you will gain confidence by learning valuable information from outreach coordinators at Connected Canadians. \nLearn how to recognize email phishing scams and other helpful prevention tips to protect yourself online. Also learn about free technology training & support for older adults as they engage and navigate online to meet their needs including banking\, shopping\, accessing government services\, and so much more. \nSpeakers from Connected Canadians: \nJesse Smith\, Instructor \nKen Roy\, General Manager \n 
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ple-nov-2024
CATEGORIES:Provincial Learning,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240815T212717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T221815Z
UID:18002-1730808000-1730811600@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:See Something\, Say Something! Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for this dynamic online presentation. The See Something\, Say Something! Reducing Risk for Older Adults program is designed to help identify high-risk adults\, particularly those who live alone and who may be isolated. Everyone can play an important role in the community in keeping others safe\, secure\, and independent. \nWho is this program for? Anyone who has contact with older or vulnerable adults: \n• Bank personnel\n• Meter readers\n• Volunteers\, caregivers\, drivers\n• Pharmacy personnel\n• Post office workers\, letter carriers\n• Restaurant personnel\, grocery store clerks\n• Churches\, social clubs\n• INCLUDING YOU! \nView presentation flyer. \nRegister now or email programs@bccrns.ca.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ssss-nov-2024
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240926T161642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T161642Z
UID:18376-1729764000-1729767600@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Administration Orientations for CRN Coordinators
DESCRIPTION:The BC CRN would like to welcome all Regional Mentors and CRN Coordinators to join an online Administration Orientation hosted by the Administration Team.  This is a great opportunity for both new CRN Coordinators and seasoned CRN Coordinators to connect with the team\, review processes and procedures\, find out what’s new\, and ask questions. \nWe will be covering topics such as: \n\nThe new coordinator portal\nAdministration forms\nSupport for CRNs\nProject grants\nCoordinator grants\nReporting requirements\nPrograms\nEducational and promotional material\n…and more!\n\nPlease register for one of the following sessions.  Each session will be approximately one hour in length. \n\nTuesday\, October 8\, 2024 at 4:00 PM – Register now\nThursday\, Oct 24\, 2024 at 10:00 AM – Register now\n\nIf you cannot attend either of these sessions but would still like coordinator information\, please email info@bccrns.ca and we’ll be happy to assist you. \nWe will be scheduling drop-in sessions going forward.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/administration-orientations-for-crn-coordinators-oct-24
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240910T235753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T070816Z
UID:18228-1728988200-1728993600@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Provincial Learning Event: Navigating Home Care & Senior Housing
DESCRIPTION:Register now. \nThe legal framework governing home and residential care for older adults is complex and often confusing. As BC’s senior population grows\, demands for home and residential care are increasing every year and the needs of those in long-term care are becoming more complex. It is important for older adults and their advocates to be well informed about the rights of seniors receiving care and strategies for resolving personal and health care problems that may arise. \nJoin us to learn about the types of personal care and health care that are available to older adults in British Columbia\, as well as some key laws that govern home and residential care services\, including what people have a right to expect and what service providers must do and provide. This learning event will be useful for family members\, designated decision-makers\, and advocates who are supporting and assisting older adults\, in addition to older adults seeking or receiving personal and health care services either at home or in residential care. \nInformation shared in this presentation is drawn from “Navigating Home Care and Senior Housing: An Advocacy Guide”\, a guide recently published by Seniors First BC on Clicklaw’s Wikibooks. Created by staff lawyers and researchers from Seniors First BC’s legal programs\, this guide takes a client-centered\, advocacy perspective to describe and understand the common legal matters affecting people who receive home and residential care. \nThis session is presented by Sara Pon\, Lawyer and Legal Researcher from Seniors First BC\, who previously presented “Financial Abuse: Protect What’s Yours”\, as a part of the BC CRN Provincial Learning Events. Seniors First BC is a charitable\, non-profit society that provides information\, legal advocacy\, support\, and referrals to older adults across BC with issues affecting their well-being or rights\, as well as concerned third parties. Services are delivered through its Seniors Abuse & Information Line\, Victim Services\, Public Education & Outreach Program\, Elder Law Clinic\, Legal Advocacy Program\, and Advance Planning Clinics. \nRegister now.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ple-oct-2024
CATEGORIES:Provincial Learning,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240926T161417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T161655Z
UID:18358-1728403200-1728406800@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Administration Orientations for CRN Coordinators
DESCRIPTION:The BC CRN would like to welcome all Regional Mentors and CRN Coordinators to join an online Administration Orientation hosted by the Administration Team.  This is a great opportunity for both new CRN Coordinators and seasoned CRN Coordinators to connect with the team\, review processes and procedures\, find out what’s new\, and ask questions. \nWe will be covering topics such as: \n\nThe new coordinator portal\nAdministration forms\nSupport for CRNs\nProject grants\nCoordinator grants\nReporting requirements\nPrograms\nEducational and promotional material\n…and more!\n\nPlease register for one of the following sessions.  Each session will be approximately one hour in length. \n\nTuesday\, October 8\, 2024 at 4:00 PM – Register now\nThursday\, Oct 24\, 2024 at 10:00 AM – Register now\n\nIf you cannot attend either of these sessions but would still like coordinator information\, please email info@bccrns.ca and we’ll be happy to assist you. \nWe will be scheduling drop-in sessions going forward. \n 
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/administration-orientations-for-crn-coordinators-oct-8
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240815T212525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T213825Z
UID:18000-1727784000-1727787600@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Spotlight on Ageism Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend this online presentation.  Ageism is highly prevalent and is the most socially accepted and tolerated form of discrimination in Canada. Like sexism or racism\, ageism is discrimination – based on someone’s age. Ageism can occur at any point in our lifespan – regardless of how old we are – and may lead to others making judgements about our background\, capability\, mental or physical status\, based only on their impression of our age. \nRegister now or email programs@bccrns.ca.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/spotlight-on-ageism-oct-2024
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240809T202342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T164737Z
UID:17909-1726569000-1726574400@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Provincial Learning Event: Elder Abuse in the LGBTQ2SA+ Community
DESCRIPTION:Register now. \nQueer and trans elders have been described as ‘The Silent Generation’\, since they have lived through times when their sexual and gender identities were criminalized and pathologized.  This session will be of interest to anyone working with older adults\, including medical professionals\, care providers\, police\, counsellors\, community developers and policy makers. \nSpeakers: \nDr. Gloria Gutman and Dr. Claire Robson will share information on the lived experience of elder abuse of transwomen\, gay men and lesbians including financial abuse\, physical and sexual abuse\, homophobic abuse\, and neglect within partner relationships\, residential care\, in home care\, and religious organizations. Information for this part of the presentation is drawn from their 2023 book\, published with Dr. Jen Marchbank and Makaela Prentice\, called\, “Elder Abuse in the LGBTQ2SA+ Community: The Impact of Homophobia and Transphobia.” Data will also be presented from analysis by Dr. Gutman\, Dr. Heather Stewart and Dr. Mojgan Karbakhsh of Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging participants. This analysis gives us numbers heretofore unavailable in Canada comparing rates not just by abuse type but also by victim sexual orientation/gender identity (SOGI). Perpetrator characteristics across abuse types and SOGI groups will also be reported – with some interesting differences highlighted. \nRegister now. \n 
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/ple-sept-2024
CATEGORIES:Provincial Learning,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240809T204051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T174142Z
UID:17920-1725364800-1725368400@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Extreme Clutter Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join BC CRN’s online presentation.  Register now. \nClutter is formally defined as “a large group of usually unrelated or marginally related objects piled together in a disorganized fashion in spaces designed for other purposes (e.g. tabletops\, floor\, hallway).” \nHelp people understand what clutter\, hoarding\, collecting and squalor are. Understand that not everyone who collects\, lives in clutter or squalor is actually affected by the Hoarding syndrome. \nAfter the presentation participants will: \n• Understand the differences between clutter\, collecting\, squalor and hoarding.\n• Understand what the hoarding disorder is..\n• Understand the statistics\, the “why” and patterns of the hoarding disorder.\n• Understand how you can assist.\n• Understand its relationship to abuse. \nView presentation flyer. \nRegister now.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/clutter-sept-2024
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240411T215442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T195155Z
UID:16585-1718409600-1718495999@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)
DESCRIPTION:World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is June 15th\, 2024. \n1 senior mistreated is 1 too many. \nUnfortunately\, when it comes to showing just how urgent a problem elder abuse is\, the numbers don’t lie: \n\n1 in 2 people are prejudiced against older people (Global Report on Ageism\, World Health Organization)\nIn Canada\, a 2015 study estimated that 7.5% of Canadians 55 and older experienced abuse (Into the Light National Survey on the Mistreatment of Older Canadians\, National Initiative for the Care of the Elderly\, 2015)\nWomen aged 55-64 years comprised the largest proportion of victims of femicide (19%) (Call it Femicide Report\, Canadian Femicide Observatory for Justice and Accountability\, 2020)\nIn Ontario\, there was a 250% increase in calls to the Seniors Safety Line in 2020 (Assaulted Women’s Help Line\, 2021)\n\n  \nLooking for more information on how you can get involved or plan a WEAAD activity for your Community Response Network?  View our Information and Resource page for CRNs.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/weaad2024
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240417T195642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T201214Z
UID:16692-1718184600-1718190000@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) - National Webinar Event
DESCRIPTION:Speaker line up coming soon! \nWe invite individuals of all ages to join the National WEAAD Virtual event on June 12th\, 2024 from 9:30 – 11:00am PST. \nWe all have a role to play in protecting the rights of older people. There are a few easy ways you can participate in WEAAD\, joining the movement to end elder abuse in Canada once and for all. No matter where you live in Canada\, you can be part of this shared journey to create a safe and supportive society. \nSecure your seat now\, as space is limited\, and share widely with your networks! \nWebinar provided with an ASL and LSQ Interpreters. \nRegister now.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/weaad-2024-webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240509T184358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T184358Z
UID:16995-1718100000-1718114400@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:Shuswap CRN Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend this free event hosted by the Shuswap CRN!  Please refer to the poster for more information.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/shuswap-crn-summer-picnic
LOCATION:1159 Passchendaele Rd\, 1159 Passchendaele Rd\, Sorrento
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240527T204208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T204208Z
UID:17130-1717502400-1717506000@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:It’s Not Right! Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for this dynamic online workshop.  Learn how to recognize the warning signs of abuse among older adults and determine how to respond safely and supportively.  True to life scenarios are explored to facilitate discussions and to build skills.  The agenda will include: \n\nExamples of the warning signs/risk factors of adult abuse and learning how to recognize them.\nDiscussions about ageism.\nVideo scenarios of situations of abuse and neglect.\nSkill building opportunities (how to respond safely/supportively and how to have conversations about suspected abuse).\n\nCome join us – everyone is welcome! Register now or email programs@bccrns.ca for more information.
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/its-not-right-june-4
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240521T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T122236
CREATED:20240514T195742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T232903Z
UID:17025-1716287400-1716292800@bccrns.ca
SUMMARY:May Provincial Learning Event - ReAct Adult Protection Program
DESCRIPTION:Register \nYou are invited to join this online webinar. BC CRN is pleased to welcome team members of the ReAct Adult Protection Program for our May Provincial Learning Event. \nVancouver Coastal Health (VCH) established ReAct to provide education\, resources and a response program to ensure frontline care providers are aware of and understand their obligations to: \nRecognize: Identify situations involving abuse\, neglect and self-neglect of vulnerable adults \nReport: suspected cases of abuse\, neglect and self-neglect to a Designated Responder \nAct: Investigate and respond to reported cases \nVCH is a “designated agency” responsible for investigating situations of abuse\, neglect and self-neglect of adults who are unable to seek support and assistance on their own due to restraint\, physical handicap\, illness\, disease\, injury or any other condition that affects decision-making ability. \nThe ReAct Adult Protection Program receives reports\, provides consultation and coordinates responses to abused\, neglected and self-neglected adults who cannot seek support and assistance on their own. \nFirst Nations ReAct provides an understanding of the complex dynamic of abuse\, neglect & self-neglect in First Nations communities. \nRegister \nSpeakers: \n \nJessica Busswood – Adult Protection Lead – DTES\, ReAct Adult Protection Program\, Vancouver Coast Health \nJessica is a registered social worker and works as an Adult Protection Lead with Vancouver Coastal Health\, supporting the Downtown Eastside community. Jessica graduated from UBC with an MSW in 2018 and has many years experience supporting vulnerable adults.\n\nJessica is a new mom with a one year old girl at home. In her spare time she likes to play volleyball\, horseback ride\, read\, and camp.\n\nCayce Laviolette – Adult Protection Lead – Sunshine Coast\, ReAct Adult Protection Program\, Vancouver Coast Health \nCayce is a registered social worker and Adult Protection Clinical Lead for Sunshine Coast and qathet (Powell River) regions with Vancouver Costal Health. He received his MSW in 2013 and has been practicing in social services and mental health care for over 20 years\, mostly with VCH since 2007. He sits on the Sunshine Coast Community Response Network\, chaired by Vicki Dobbyn. \nCayce was Vice President and Treasurer of the BC Association of Social Workers for many years. He has chaired local and provincial committees and working groups advancing social justice\, social work practice and anti-poverty action since moving to the Sunshine Coast in 2010. \nIn his free time\, Cayce laughs\, plays and sings with his 3 children and wife Maggie. He is an avid hiker and kayaker in Gibsons\, and volunteers as parent coach at the local high school. \n 
URL:https://bccrns.ca/event/react-ple-may-24
CATEGORIES:Provincial Learning,Featured
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