[Directory] Advance Care Planning Clinics in BC

CLINIC LOCATIONS & Information

Our staff lawyers and volunteer legal professionals can help eligible low-income older adults (55+) with drafting and executing Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Representation Agreements.  

For more information, please call our Seniors Abuse and Information Line at 604-437-1940 or Toll Free at 1-866-437-1940. 

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Age: 55+ 
• Gross annual income: $45,000 + $20,000 per additional household member (e.g. $65,000 for 2, $85,000 for 3, and $105,000 for 4)
• Total assets under $250,000 (excluding houses on reserve)

Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

What are the documents?

Will

Provides instructions for what happens to your body and everything you own when you die. It appoints someone (your "executor") who will follow those instructions. Think About:

• Who can reliably follow your instructions on your Will?
• Who do you want to leave what you own to?
• What happens if the people you leave your belongings to or your executor die before you do?

Power of Attorney

Appoints someone you trust (your "Attorney") to manage your financial and legal matters in case you are unable to. Think About:

• Who can you trust to manage your possessions/finances?
• Are they a good record-keeper?
• Who else can be your Attorney?

Representation Agreement

Appoints someone who represents you for health and some financial decisions (section 7) OR health and personal care matters (section 9)​. Think About:

• Who understands and respects your values, wishes, and beliefs?
• Can they be trusted to make important decisions for you?
• Who else can be your representative?

Clinic Locations

• Chilliwack
• Sunshine Coast
• Williams Lake
• Nanaimo
• Prince George
• Haida Gwaii
• Kelowna
• Sidney
• Powell River

CLINIC LOCATIONS & Information