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How Home Healthcare Can Help Seniors Stay Independent
Why Staying Independent Matters Many seniors cherish their independence—they want to continue doing what they enjoy, making their own choices, and living in a place that feels like home. But as health challenges arise, managing daily tasks can become more difficult....
What Types of Help Do Live-In Caregivers Provide?
Ever wondered what a live-in caregiver does? Picture someone who’s there, day and night, making life easier for folks who need a hand. It’s more than a job—it’s a lifeline. From tackling daily chores to being a friendly face, live-in caregivers are total...
Top Questions to Ask Before Hiring Homecare Assistance
Finding the right homecare help can feel like a big task. You’re looking for someone who is not only qualified and dependable, but also a good fit for your loved one’s unique needs. While there are many homecare services available in Mississauga, choosing the right...
Can a PSW Help with Dementia Care?
Supporting a family member with dementia is a deeply emotional and often challenging journey. Many families across the Greater Toronto Area face these struggles every day. Simple daily tasks can become complicated, and the effects of memory loss, confusion, and mood...
Setting Up 24-Hour Home Care: What to Expect
Choosing 24-hour home care is an important and thoughtful decision. It provides your loved one with constant, around-the-clock support, ensuring they receive the care they need at all times of the day and night. More than just medical assistance, this level of care...
How to Find Reliable Home Care Assistance in Etobicoke
Taking care of a loved one at home is a significant responsibility—one that requires love, patience, and ensuring they receive the care they deserve. Finding home care assistance in Etobicoke that is both compassionate and professional can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can make a confident and informed choice.
Resources
One of our goals at Approved Healthcare is to inform you about programs and services that are available to help ease your financial burden from healthcare costs.
The following are programs that may apply to your health care needs, as well as how to save on private caregiver service costs. Click on any of the program headings below to get more details.
Dental Care for Low-Income Seniors
Did you know there are discounted Healthcare Programs available, and not just for seniors but people who have serious health issues?
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Dental care for low-income seniors
Learn how to access free, routine dental care for eligible seniors 65 years or older, through the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. The program is designed to support low-income seniors.
Eligibility
You can apply for the program if you:
- are 65 years of age or older
- are a resident of Ontario
- meet the income requirements.
- have no other form of dental benefits, including private insurance or dental coverage under another government program such as Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program or Non-Insured Health Benefits
Click here to learn more: https://www.ontario.ca/page/dental-care-low-income-seniors
Trillium Drug Program
The Trillium Drug Program helps Ontarians pay for their high prescription-drug costs. This plan covers more than 4,400 prescription drugs currently available through the Ontario Drug Benefits (ODB) Program
You should apply if you:
- live in Ontario
- have a valid Ontario health card number
- do not have an insurance plan that pays for 100% of your drugs
- spend about 4% or more of your after-tax household income on prescription-drug costs
- do notalready qualify for the Ontario Drug Benefit* program
Details can be found on the website:
https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-help-high-prescription-drug-costs
or by calling:
1-800-575-5386 (toll free)
1-800-387-5559 (TTY)
416-642-3038 (in Toronto area)
Ontario Drug Benefit Program (ODB)
You will qualify for the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program when you turn 65 years old or because of specific circumstances.
Click here to learn more:
https://www.otip.com/Why-OTIP/News/What-You-Need-to-Know-About-the-Ontario-Drug-Benef
Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) Do Not Pay HST!
If you are eligible to receive services from LHIN caregivers (lower rates), and you also have a private caregiver, then you do NOT have to pay HST for private care during the duration of receiving LHIN caregiver services.
Click here to find the LHIN office in your area: http://www.lhins.on.ca/
Family Caregiver Tax Benefit Info - Tax credits for families who personally care for their loved ones.
The family caregiver amount (FCA) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps Canadians with the costs of caring for a dependent with a physical or mental impairment who is living with the taxpayer.
Assistive Devices Program
If you have a long-term physical disability, you can get help paying for equipment and supplies when you qualify for the Assistive Devices Program.
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