Predatory Lending Spells Financial Abuse for Seniors
Running short of cash can happen to the best of us, especially when emergencies arise. But when seniors, immigrants or vulnerable people turn to instant
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week: Volunteers Play a Vital Role in Supporting Older and Vulnerable Adults
Every year, during National Volunteer Week, Canada takes a moment to honour and recognize the selfless contributions of volunteers who dedicate their time and energy
Frosty Brought the Fun to an Intergenerational Celebration in the Shuswap
Story and Images Submitted by Maryann Baker, Shuswap CRN The South Shuswap Community Response Network, in partnership with Sorrento Retreat and Conference Centre, held their
Advance Planning Clinics Educate 2SLGBTQIA+ Seniors
A new program offered by Seniors First BC and QMUNITY provides legal clinics to help 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors create advance planning documents to ensure their rights
Aging Vibrantly Podcast Tackles How to Recognize and Prevent Elder Abuse
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario is producing a series of podcasts called Aging Vibrantly: Conversations to Empower Seniors. Episode 6 features BC CRN Board Member, Gloria
CRNs in the Community: Cultural Celebrations and Social Empowerment
Our CRNs have been busy this February putting their hearts into showing their communities how much they care. Activities this month included care packages to
Transgender Seniors Fear Abuse in Care Facilities
Bill C-16 enshrines the rights of transgender and gender-diverse people in the Canadian Human Rights Act. Passed in June 2017, it has become part of
BC CRN Spotlight: Alison Leaney, Advocate, Educator and Change-Maker
Alison Leaney has been a formidable advocate and public educator for the prevention of abuse, neglect and self-neglect of vulnerable adults for over three decades.
BC CRN Spotlight: Introducing Dr. Balbir Gurm, Board Member
Dr. Balbir K. Gurm, a life-long student and enthusiastic educator, is one of BC CRN’s newest Board Members. She is a nursing instructor in the
Top 5 Tips to Review in Fraud Prevention Month
Sadly, older adults often can be victims of financial abuse and fraud. They may be convinced to give money or account access to people who
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