Tell me about Ontario Seniors Care at Home Tax Credit
Ontario Seniors Care at Home Tax Credit
A refundable tax credit that helps low to moderate income seniors pay medical costs so they can age at home. It pays 25% of claimable medical expenses up to $6,000, for a top credit of $1,500. The credit goes down when family net income is above $35,000.
Program in Ontario-wide. Government benefits Money, grants & charity Seniors Health & care
Who qualifies:
- Age 70 or older, or spouse or partner is
- Live in Ontario at the end of the year
- Full credit with family income up to $35,000
What you need to apply:
- Receipts for medical expenses
- Form ON479 with your tax return
We last read this on 5 October 2026. That was a while ago, so please check their own website before you rely on it, and tell us below if something changed.
How to reach them
- Apply on their website.
- Questions? 1-800-959-8281
- Come back here and tell us if it worked.
Where else they are
Their website is ontario.ca/page/ontario-seniors-care-home-t....
Good to know
- For whomOntario residents aged 70 or older, or whose spouse or partner is 70 or older, with medical expenses.
- CostFree
- Their stepsKeep receipts for eligible medical expenses. File your personal income tax return. Claim the credit on Form ON479, Ontario Credits.
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We read this on their own website on 5 October 2026.
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