Fees for ServicesFees may change over time. Please contact the local health authority for current service charges. Residential Care Facilities Residential care clients pay a daily fee (see table below) depending on their after-tax income. Rates are adjusted annually based on the consumer price index. For up to date rates, contact the health authority. Family Care Homes The cost for family care homes is the same as for residential care facilities. Group Homes Group home clients are responsible for operating costs, such as food and rent, not associated with their care. Rental costs vary, depending on income. Assisted Living Assisted living clients pay a monthly charge based on 70 per cent of their after-tax income. Professional Services Case management, nursing and rehabilitation services are provided free of charge. Home Support Services There may be a daily charge, depending on income (for most clients, there is no charge). Respite Care Charges depend on the type of respite care required, such as home care or residential care. Adult Day Centres Centres usually charge a daily fee to assist with the cost of craft supplies, transportation and meals. Ask the health authority for details.
Current residential care rates shown in table below: New Accommodation Rates
Effective January 1, 2008 The residential rate is determined by selecting the client rate that corresponds to the client's remaining annual income in the following table:
If a client receives an income benefit, including disability assistance, their remaining annual income will be assumed to be $7,000 or less if the client is residing in a residential facility or family care home. Clients who are in receipt of GIS at the married rate are eligible for a subsidized rate of $23.40 per day. The married rate applies only to married couples sharing the SAME room. Clients receiving respite care pay the lowest client rate. The respite care rate applies to all beds used for respite care in residential facilities. |
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