Nidus News
Watch this section for discussions about personal planning and related issues, as well as answers to some of your toughest questions. Joanne Taylor, Executive Director of Nidus, will share her knowledge and expertise and provide commentary on current trends. You can also find out about upcoming webinars, training events, and other news.
Statement on BCHRC Report of the Inquiry into detentions under the AGA
The BC Human Rights Commissioner recently released a report of their Inquiry into detentions under Part 3 of BC’s Adult Guardianship Act (AGA). The AGA allows designated agencies such as health authorities and Community Living BC to provide emergency assistance to...
NEW RACK CARDS FOR ORDER
Nidus has partnered with the BC Association of Community Response Networks to provide Rack and Wallet Cards, as resource information and promotional materials available for order. The BCCRN grew out of the need to create an on-going, permanent provincial funding and...
How do I use Representation Agreements to Access Benefits or Entitlements?
Nidus has been receiving a number of inquiries about how Representation Agreements can be used to access the new Canadian Dental Care Plan. Who can access the new Canadian Dental Care Plan? The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a federal initiative that aims to make...
🎁 ‘Tis the Season of Giving! 🎁
As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to make a donation and help Nidus in its work. Your generosity helps us sustain and expand critical services such as: Free Information & Guidance: From webinars to accessible videos, we provide essential resources...
October is Personal Planning Month
October is Personal Planning Month, a time to focus on making important decisions while you are alive and well. Personal Planning involves creating legal documents that ensure your wishes are respected if you become incapable due to illness, injury, or aging. What is...
In Person Appointments
Nidus offers in-person appointments on Monday afternoons thanks to our trained volunteer, Maureen, at the South Granville Seniors Centre (in Vancouver). You must book an appointment in advance. Call 604-732-0812. Maureen can provide an overview of legal planning...
Special Thanks to the BC Public Service Employees
We are so grateful to the Provincial Employees Community Services Fund (PECSF) for their continued support of Nidus. These donations, made possible through the dedication of BC Public Service employees, help us keep providing personal planning services. Your support...
Legislative Updates: Removing Gendered Language from Legal Documents
This is to inform you about recent legislative changes. The Representation Agreement Act and Representation Agreement Regulation, the Power of Attorney Act, and the Wills, Estates, and Succession Act as well as other BC legislation have undergone revisions to remove...
Nidus Featured in Transition Magazine
Nidus is featured in the Spring 2024 edition of Transition Magazine. The feature highlights our recent Accessibility Videos. Thank you to Disability Alliance BC for this feature. To read more about these videos, click here.
Accessibility Video Events – Register Now
We are excited to announce that the Accessibility Project Videos are now live! These educational videos will feature personal, real-life stories from people across British Columbia, highlighting the usefulness of personal planning and Representation Agreements. To...
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