In partnership with the Vancouver Motivation, Power & Achievement Society(MPA) www.mpa-society.org, our branch offers individual advocacy to mental health consumers.
Our shared goals are to
- Advocate on behalf of people with a mental health disability who need assistance
- Provide direct assistance in obtaining benefits through the BC Benefits,
Disability Benefits Program and other programs - Educate mental health consumers on their rights
- Share self-help skills
What Our Advocates Can Help You With
Our advocates will help you with:
- Your income assistance rights and responsibilities
- How to apply for Disability Benefits (welfare)
- What to do when you are turned down for Disability Benefits
- CPP disability pension applications and appeals
- Housing referrals and other supports needed for independent living
- Basic income tax returns
For more information from your local Mental Health Advocate, please contact Karen Hobbs at 604-482-3706.