Housing support for persons with disabilities

In practice, housing support may include:

Help with daily tasks, such as meal preparation
Assistance with social interactions, including engaging with friends
Inclusion-related support-for example, help with participating in leisure activities
Assistance with maintaining health and managing long-term illnesses

At-home housing support does not cover the accommodation itself, while group-based arrangements include housing as part of the service package. An apartment may be rented from a separate landlord.

Different types of housing services include supported housing, communal housing, 24-hour service housing, and family care.

Supported housing refers to independent living with assistance from our counsellors. Suitable if you wish to live in your own home and do not require extensive assistance. This option may also be appropriate if you are transitioning toward independent living.

Communal housing means residing in an accessible and secure residential unit with your own apartment. The unit will house several other individuals in need of support, and we will organize social activities that foster interaction among residents. This option is suitable if your functional capacity has diminished and your care-related needs have increased due to illness, disability, or other factors. Note that communal housing does not include overnight care.

24-hour service housing involves living in a service home, group home, or other unit with your own room or apartment, and where you will receive care and support 24/7 to address any urgent needs.

This option is suitable if you require ongoing or intensive support or professional care that cannot be provided through home care, informal care, family care, or other arrangements.

Children with disabilities are eligible for housing support if they need assistance with daily living. The aim is to enable the child to live at home with their family. This support:

helps the child receive age-appropriate care and supervision,
promotes inclusion, and
ensures a safe environment for growth and development.

When needed, the service package may also include home-delivered healthcare services provided under the Health Care Act and social services provided under the Social Welfare Act.

Conditions for receiving the Service

Housing support is designed for individuals with disabilities needing assistance with: -Daily activities -Social interactions -Social inclusion -Health and chronic illness management. Eligibility specifics vary by type of support. Supported housing: Needs support for independent living or transitioning to independent living. Communal housing: Increased care needs and reduced functional abilities due to an illness, disability, or other reason. 24-hour service housing: Continuous professional care required beyond what can be provided through home care, informal care, family care, or other arrangements. We can arrange housing outside the home for a child if the following conditions are met: - The housing support cannot be organized in the child's home, even with support measures - service arrangement is not based on a child protection need - the child's guardians consent to the arrangement, - the child's opinion has been taken into account, and - an assessment has been made regarding how best to arrange the support in the child's interest. Housing support for children may be arranged outside the home, either as family care or in a group home accommodating up to seven children.

This service is provided free of charge. However, meal and maintenance fees apply based on use, and you are responsible for rent payments for your accommodation.