Housing Options

 

Independent

Living

Supportive/Assisted Living

Long-Term Care Homes

Who

Individual is able to manage independently.

Individual needs minimum to moderate levels of personal support on a regular basis.

Individual needs 24 hour care.

Types of Housing

Owned or rented house, apartment, condo, etc.

 

Owned or rented accommodation in Supportive/Assisted Living community such as Senior housing developments, retirement homes.

 

 

Long-Term Care Home

Support Services

Arranging for home modifications, maintenance, personal health care are individual's responsibility.

Support services are available on site and may include meals, personal health care, activities, etc.

24 hour nursing, supervision, and high level of personal care

Cost

Individual pays for everything.

Individual pays for everything and on-site services cost varies by location.

Resident pays. Co-payments for eligible individuals are funded by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care.