Long Term & Continuing Care Association of Manitoba

300 – 61 Juno Street

Winnipeg, MB R3A 1T1

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Supportive Housing


Financial Considerations

Determining the financial resources available is an important part of this process. Costs vary depending on the accommodation and services. It is advisable to consult with the Supportive Housing Manager to help you determine the costs.


Supportive Housing Costs

We have provided an example of the average monthly costs associated with Supportive Housing. Below describes the average monthly cost of Supportive Housing. The calculator below will assist you in determining your current costs versus potential costs in a new living environment.

Supportive Housing Monthly Costs

Rent: $1,600-$3,100
Household Expenses: Water, Gas/Electricity, Property Taxes & Repairs Included
Phone/Cable: $85
Insurance: $10
Food: Included
Total Average Monthly Costs:  $1,695-$3,195

 

Calculator for Current Costs

The cost of Supportive Housing will in the majority of cases, be offset by these credits:


Disability Tax Credit - Canada Revenue Agency

For information on the Disability Tax Credit and to find out who qualifies, please visit: www.cra-arc.gc.ca/disability


Primary Caregiver Tax Credit

https://www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/caregiver.html

This credit recognizes the vital support caregivers provide to those needing care. Manitoba’s Primary Caregiver Tax Credit provides a refundable credit of up to $1,400 a year to people who act as primary caregivers for spouses, relatives, neighbours or friends who live at home in Manitoba. For this tax credit, people requiring care must be assessed at Level 2 or higher under the Manitoba Home Care Program guidelines. They are assessed based on the amount and type of care required for tasks like bathing, dressing, eating meals, mobility and receiving medical care. Level 1 requires minimal care in most cases and is not eligible.


Caregivers may claim the tax credit for any number of care recipients up to a maximum $1,400 per year.

This credit is refundable and not income tested. This means you can claim it even if you do not have taxable income. The credit may defray your caregiver expenses such as shopping, transport, outings and respite.


In Conclusion


Research your Options:

Visit our interactive map which lists our members' housing and care residences throughout the Province. You can review details for each of our members' residences to learn about the amenities and services available. Some locations include photos and/or Virtual Tours that can give you an even better sense of what is offered. You can also request additional information from the residences you are interested in by calling each one directly.


Visit your top candidates:

Schedule a visit to tour a residence of interest. In fact, we recommend visiting several. Go prepared with your list of questions and keep notes. By systematically evaluating your top candidates, you can compare how each matches the particular needs and expectations for your situation.


Finally:

In conversations with the individuals involved and other family members, it helps to be open and honest about what is absolutely needed and what is open to compromise and negotiation. Once the needs are clearly defined based on considerations of health, safety, financial implications and social connections, you can decide the best way to maintain your preferred lifestyle.


If you are assisting someone in making this decision, remember to evaluate the options from their point of view, as well as your own. And if you are uncertain of anything, it may be best to seek the advice of a professional.


Occupancy in Supportive Housing