Hi Tim,
Thank you for this language! We will make this FAQ specific to each
location. So it won't include all of them, but we should be able to
incorporate this language. We were planning to have specific language for
Calgary and Montreal and link to the blogs, so this is very helpful. I'll
talk to the team about it today but I'm including them all here so we have
it in our files.
Sincerely,
On Wed, Jun 5, 2024 at 8:00 AM Timothy Thomas <tt@thekey.com> wrote:
> Hi Alexa,
>
> How do you feel about a more detailed answer to this question?
>
> I was thinking we could do the following, and link to the blog posts we
> have on CDHC and Cheque Emplois so far.
>
> *FAQ - How much does home care cost in Canada?*
>
>
> Home care is typically billed by the hour, with costs varying slightly by
> region. Most families pay out-of-pocket for their care. However, several
> government programs and tax credits are available to help subsidize the
> cost of care in different provinces:
>
>
> *Quebec*
>
>
> • *Chèque Emploi Service Program*: This program provides financial
> assistance to seniors and individuals with disabilities to help them remain
> at home by offering a subsidy for home care services. Beneficiaries can
> hire their own caregivers directly.
>
> • *Tax Credit*: Quebec offers a refundable tax credit for home-support
> services for seniors. The tax credit is 35% of eligible expenses incurred
> for home-support services. This includes services such as housekeeping,
> meal preparation, personal care, and nursing care. The credit is designed
> to help seniors remain independent in their homes by offsetting the cost of
> these essential services.
>
>
> *Ontario*
>
>
> • *Family-Managed Home Care Program*: This program allows eligible
> clients and families to receive funding directly to manage their own home
> care services, offering flexibility and control over who provides their
> care and how it is delivered.
>
>
> *Nova Scotia*
>
>
> • *Seniors Care Grant*: This grant provides $750 annually to low-income
> seniors to help cover the costs of household services, healthcare services,
> and home heating. This helps seniors manage their expenses and remain in
> their own homes longer.
>
>
> *Manitoba*
>
>
> • *Home Care Program*: Manitoba offers a comprehensive Home Care Program
> that provides services based on assessed need, such as personal care,
> household assistance, and respite for caregivers. This program is designed
> to help seniors and individuals with disabilities live independently at
> home.
>
>
> *Alberta*
>
>
> • *Client Directed Home Care Invoicing Program (CDHCI)*: This program
> allows eligible individuals to select their preferred home care service
> provider for personal care, housekeeping, and respite care. Services are
> directly billed to Alberta Health Services, reducing administrative burdens
> for clients.
>
>
> *British Columbia*
>
>
> • *Choice in Supports for Independent Living (CSIL)*: CSIL is a
> self-managed care option for individuals with significant physical
> disabilities. Clients receive funds directly to manage their own care,
> including hiring caregivers and managing the administrative tasks
> associated with their care.
>
>
> For personalized information and to explore eligibility for these
> programs, please contact our office directly. We are here to assist you
> with navigating the available resources to ensure you receive the best
> possible care.
>
> On Tue, Jun 4, 2024 at 6:15 PM Alexa Graziani <agraziani@thekey.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi Tim,
>>
>> For local pages that don't have a government funded program, does the
>> following FAQ accurately describe payment in your region?
>>
>> *FAQ - How much does home care cost?*
>> Home care is typically billed by the hour, so the cost depends on the
>> number of care hours per week and can vary slightly by region. Most
>> families pay out-of-pocket for their care or use long-term care insurance.
>>
>> This is what we use for US and we want to make sure it's applicable for
>> Canada also.
>>
>> And markets where govt funding is available would just include Calgary
>> and Montreal, correct?
>>
>> Sincerely,
>>
>> --
>> Alexa Graziani
>> Senior Marketing Manager - Consumer Growth
>> TheKey.com <https://www.thekey.com/>
>> [image: TheKey] <https://homecareassistance.com/>
>>
>
>
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> Head of Canada Division
> *Please note my email has changed:*
> tt@TheKey.com <tt@thekey.com>
> (514) 591-9387
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Alexa Graziani
Senior Marketing Manager - Consumer Growth
TheKey.com <https://www.thekey.com/>
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