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Abuse & Family Violence

Alberta Laws Concerning Elder Abuse

This tip sheet lists the main pieces of Alberta and federal legislation that relate most closely to elder abuse.
Last Update: 2019

Becoming A Private Guardian for a Child

Is there a child you care about for whom you wish to take on permanent parenting responsibilities?
Last Update: 2017

Capacity Matters: Elements of Legal Tools

A chart summarizing the elements of each legal tool that can be used for the prevention of elder abuse.
Last Update: 2015

Court Seating Chart and Tips for CFYEA Hearings

Court Seating Chart and Tips for CFYEA Hearings
Last Update: 2017

DVTK: Domestic Violence Toolkit for Landlords

This toolkit contains info sheets on domestic violence, how to recognize and prevent it and lists of services and agencies to get more help.
Last Update: 2019

Elder Abuse

This booklet provides information on what elder abuse is, how to recognize it and what to do about it.
Last Update: 2019

Elder Abuse: Defined

A summary of the types, examples and possible indicators of elder abuse.
Last Update: 2015

Elder Abuse: If Plans Haven’t Been Made

A summary of legal remedies that can be taken when the best options have not been put in place to prevent elder abuse.
Last Update: 2015

Elder Abuse: Let’s Talk

This tip sheet outlines the steps in setting up a plan and suggestions on how to have the conversation with your loved ones.
Last Update: 2015

Elder Abuse: Let’s Talk Elder Abuse – Resource Manual

Developed for use in workshops, this manual could be used as a reference guide. It has three modules.
Last Update: 2015

Elder Abuse: Let’s Talk Elder Abuse Facilitator’s Guide

Elder Abuse: Let's Talk Elder Abuse This guide is to be used for facilitating a workshop on the prevention of elder abuse. The audience for your sessions is assumed...
Last Update: 2015

Elder Abuse: Planning Ahead

This tip sheet describes documents that can be set up by an older adult, before his/her incapacity, that can help prevent elder abuse.
Last Update: 2019

Emergency Protection Orders

An Emergency Protection Order (EPO) is a legal tool intended to protect Albertans experiencing family violence.
Last Update: 2021

Exclusive Possession Orders

This guide explains what you need to know about exclusive possession orders.
Last Update: 2021

Financial Support Options

If you are thinking about leaving an abusive relationship, this guide will explain financial support options that may be available.
Last Update: 2021

Gathering Evidence of Abuse

If you have experienced domestic violence, it is important to document and gather information about your experiences in case you have to make a court application.
Last Update: 2021

How the Police Can Help

This tipsheet will explain how the Police may be of help if you are experiencing domestic violence.
Last Update: 2016

I Do Not Agree With a Decision Made By Childrens Services

I Do Not Agree With a Decision Made By Childrens Services
Last Update: 2017

I Have Been Contacted by Children’s Services

You should know your rights before you speak with anyone from children's services
Last Update: 2017

Interim Parenting Orders

This guide explains what you need to know about applying for an interim (or temporary) child custody or parenting order after you have left an abusive relationship.
Last Update: 2021

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