COVID-19 Resources

Safe Seniors, Strong Communities is a program that matches seniors needing help with volunteers who want to help. Services include grocery delivery, prescription pickup, friendly phone calls and virtual visits. This is a free program offered in communities across British Columbia. To access these services call 2-1-1 or visit bc211.ca.

The situation regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve here in B.C., Canada and other jurisdictions around the world. The Ministry of Health, Office of the Provincial Health Officer and the BC Centre for Disease Control are responding to this new illness. For the most up-to-date information, please visit the BC Centre for Disease Control and the other health agencies listed here.

Welcome to the Office of the Seniors Advocate

The Office of the Seniors Advocate monitors and analyzes seniors services and issues in B.C., and makes recommendations to government and service providers to address systemic issues.

The OSA was established in 2014 and is the first office of its kind in Canada.

Information for Seniors

Key Guides

Reports & Publications

Staying Apart to Stay Safe: The Impact of Visit Restrictions on Long-Term Care and Assisted Living Survey

November 3, 2020
2019-20 Annual Report

October 5, 2020
A Billion Reasons to Care

February 4, 2020

Updates

Research Rounds

Future Events

Contact Us

Speak with one of our Information & Referral analysts, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (except statutory holidays).

Toll-free: 1-877-952-3181
In Victoria: 250-952-3181

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