District of Muskoka

Site: Bracebridge - Pine St

Service: Retirement Home Fee Assistance

Record #: MUS1868
Last Modified: 19 Aug 2024
Last Full Update: 11 Jun 2024

Description

Description (Service)

Provides eligible applicants with a monthly supplement that is paid directly to their retirement home operator.

  • Assistance is an average of $400 per month
  • Monthly payments are made directly to the retirement home operator

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Oct-Apr Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm, May-Sep
Areas Served Muskoka District
Eligibility
  • Available to residents currently living in a retirement home or that are looking for a new retirement home in which to live
  • Income must be at or below $35,000 and assets must be at or below $50,000
  • Applicants must provide a letter of support from a primary care provider confirming they are not able to live independently
  • Retirement homes must demonstrate compliance with all relevant provincial legislation including licensing through the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA)
  • Application Online Application To request a hard copy of the application form, call 705-645-2412
    Languages English

    Address and Location

    Located In Community Bracebridge
    Address & Map
    District Administration Building, 70 Pine St
    Bracebridge, ON
    Canada P1L 1N3
    Mailing Address District Administration Building, 70 Pine St 
    Bracebridge, ON 
    Canada P1L 1N3
    Physical Access Fully Accessible

    Contact Information

    Office Phone 705-645-2412
    E-Mail Michael.romaine@muskoka.on.ca
    Website www.muskoka.on.ca/en/housing/rent-assistance-programs.aspx#How-Do-I-Apply
    Primary Contact Michael Romaine, Case Manager; Phone: ext 4326

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