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
    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
    Mailing Address District Administration Building, 70 Pine St 
    Bracebridge, ON 
    Canada P1L 1N3

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