Nova Scotia seniors can now apply for a grant to help with health-care and household costs.
The annual Seniors Care Grant provides up to $750 for eligible seniors.
The province says the money can help cover costs such as home heating, yard work, meal preparation, grocery and prescription medication deliveries, phone service and more.
Other eligible services include physiotherapy, foot care, mental health support, house cleaning, laundry, internet service, small home repairs and snow removal.
People 65 and older with a household income of up to $45,100 are eligible.
The program launched in 2021.
The province says more than 173,000 grants have been provided since then.
“Our government created the Seniors Care Grant to help seniors afford the care and services that they need to continue to maintain their independence and live well in their communities,” said Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care.
Adams is encouraging all eligible seniors to apply.
Applications can be submitted online, by mail or through a printed application.
Printed applications are available at Access Nova Scotia centres or by calling 1-800-670-4357.
The deadline to apply is December 1.
Seniors who are signed up for direct deposit with the Canada Revenue Agency will receive the money through direct deposit.
Other eligible applicants will receive payment by cheque.
