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Crisis Line, Seniors, Violence & Abuse

Seniors First BC

Seniors First BC

A charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, support, and referrals to older adults across BC with issues affecting their well-being or rights, as well as concerned third parties. Programs include a Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), Victim Services Program, Legal Advocacy Program, Elder Law Clinic, Advance Planning Clinics, and Public Education and Outreach Program. Access to these programs is provided through SAIL, which is a confidential information line for older adults and those who care about them to speak to a professional intake worker about abuse, mistreatment and any issues that impact the health and well-being of an older adult in BC. 

Language interpretation is available.


Telephone: SAIL -Seniors Abuse and Information Line 604-437-1940 or toll-free 1-866-437-1940
Hours: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Monday-Friday and 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, Saturday-Sunday (except statutory holidays)



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