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Independent Living |
Supportive/Assisted Living |
Long-Term Care Homes |
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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.
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Owned or rented accommodation in Supportive/Assisted Living community such as Senior housing developments, retirement homes.
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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. |