Veterans Independence Program for Primary Caregivers (Veterans Affairs Canada)

Yearly tax-free funding from Veterans Affairs Canada to help the primary caregiver of a Veteran pay for housekeeping and grounds maintenance. It is for caregivers after the Veteran, who got the Veterans Independence Program, has moved to long-term care or passed away. The amount depends on the going rate for these services in your area.

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How to reach them

1. Apply on their application form.
2. Questions? 1-866-522-2122
3. Come back here and tell us if it worked.

Where else they are

Their website is veterans.gc.ca/en/housing-and-home-life/hel....

Good to know

• For whomThe unpaid primary caregiver of a Veteran who got the Veterans Independence Program, who lived in the Veteran's home for at least a year before the Veteran passed away or moved to long-term care.
• CostFree
• Their stepsApply online with the guided form in My VAC Account, or mail form VAC-1145AP to Veterans Affairs Canada, PO Box 6000, Matane, QC G4W 0E4. For help, call 1-866-522-2122, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time.

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