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How can BC laws empower caregivers?

Written by Joanne on September 5, 2017
Categories: Adult Guardianship, General, Health Care Consent, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Q – Will BC government policies ease stress on representatives (caregivers)? Nidus has been reviewing a number of laws – some are already in effect and some are not yet in force but may be coming. See the headings below and links to more detail. We have found many problems that could cause additional stress […]

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Why are other organizations giving out wrong information about BC laws?

Written by Joanne on June 22, 2017
Categories: Health Care Consent, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Q − Why are organizations giving out wrong information about BC laws?   Get BC-based education on BC-based legislation – Mark your calendar for PERSONAL PLANNING MONTH events, click here – PPM2017   We assume that organizations do not intend to give out misinformation but it creates problems for the public when they do. For […]

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Why does the definition of spouse matter for health care consent?

Written by Joanne on June 21, 2017
Categories: Health Care Consent, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Q – Why does the definition of spouse matter for health care consent? In BC, if you are incapable of informed consent to health care, the health care provider must locate a legally valid authority to give or refuse consent on your behalf. If you do not have a Representation Agreement, your spouse might be […]

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How can you avoid or end Statutory Property Guardianship?

Written by Joanne on April 16, 2017
Categories: Adult Guardianship, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Did you know that all adults are vulnerable to guardianship? Do you know how to protect yourself? Do you know your rights? This is a MUST READ for all adults in BC. Nidus thanks The Law Foundation of BC for a grant to produce new resources on statutory property guardianship. It is about human rights! […]

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What is the Public or User perspective on planning?

Written by Joanne on April 6, 2017
Categories: General, Personal Planning

Q — What do professionals need to know in order to better communicate and relate to their clients? Following are key messages for understanding the public’s perspective on planning: Personal planning is different from estate planning. Power of Attorney ≠  Enduring Power of Attorney. Representation Agreements are not simply ‘health care Agreements.’ The Personal Planning Registry […]

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How can physicians support caregivers?

Written by Joanne on January 19, 2017
Categories: Health Care Consent, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Q – How can BC physicians help patients and their supporters/caregivers? The most common response we hear is that physicians need to learn about Representation Agreements. This will ease the burden on caregivers and most important, helps the patient. Read our feedback to Doctors of BC – first link under Get Informed at the end […]

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I moved to BC – can I use the documents I made in Ontario?

Written by Joanne on December 18, 2016
Categories: Enduring Power of Attorney, General, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Q – Can you help? I have a will and a Powers of Attorney that was made in Ontario but I moved to BC recently. Are these documents legal in BC? Nidus does not have expertise in Wills and you are best to contact a lawyer to get advice about using your Ontario Will in […]

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June 6, 2016 – What is the status of physician assisted dying legislation?

Written by Joanne on June 6, 2016
Categories: General, Health Care Consent, Medical Assistance in Dying, Personal Planning

  A personal note from Joanne: “I am compelled to say — having been involved for over 25 years, along with many members of our Board of Directors and other non-profit organizations, citizens and professionals — I can only wish (beg?) that BC’s existing legislation on health care consent and planning tools, particularly Representation Agreements, […]

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Who can witness a living will?

Written by Joanne on January 30, 2016
Categories: General, Personal Planning, Representation Agreements

Q – Can anyone witness a Living Will or should it be a notary?   Since a living will is not a legal document in BC, there are no legal requirements to follow. You do not need anyone to witness a living will, although many people ask a friend or neighbour to witness their signature […]

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How to restrict an EPA for dealing with real estate?

Written by Joanne on November 17, 2015
Categories: Adult Guardianship, Enduring Power of Attorney, Personal Planning

Q – I went to one of your information sessions. My friend has asked me to be his attorney for his Enduring POA. He (we) do not want to be included in Real Estate transactions. How may I exclude myself from this on the form? He will be having it signed by a lawyer. He […]

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