Old Age Security (OAS) Identification Card

It may not bare the best name, but this handy little card is useful as a proof of age so you can receive senior's discounts from stores, restaurants and services such as public transportation.

Allowance for the Survivor:

Provides a monthly non-taxable benefit to lowincome widowed spouses who are not yet eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension.

Allowance Program:

A monthly benefit for low-income seniors (aged 60-64) whose spouse or common-law partner is eligible for, or currently receiving, the Old Age Security (OAS) pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement.

Guaranteed Income Supplement

Provides a monthly non-taxable benefit to lowincome Old Age Security (OAS) recipients living in Canada.

(For all above, Call Toll-Free: 1-800-277-9914 for full info)

Home Adaptations for Seniors' Independence (HASI)

This program helps homeowners and landlords pay for minor home adaptations to extend the time low-income seniors can live in their own homes independently. Call CMHCToll-free: I-800-704-6488 or email: crap ontario@cmhc-schl.gc.ca

Emergency Repair Program:

Assists low-income homeowners or occupants in rural areas to make emergency repairs (le: heating, foundations, roofs, electrical, etc.) required for the continued safe occupancy of their houses. Call for details on eligibility:Toll-free: I-800-704-6488

Advocacy Centre for the Elderly

Community based legal clinic for low income senior citizens. ACE is funded through Legal Aid Ontario and is the first legal clinic in Canada to specialize in the legal problems of seniors. Call (416) 598-2656

The Assistive Devices Program

To financially assist Ontario residents with long term physical disabilities to obtain basic, competitively priced, personalized assistive devices appropriate for the individual's needs and essential for independent living. Call Toll Free: I -800-268-602 I

Ontario Drug Benefit Program

Covers most of the cost of prescription drug products listed in the Ontario Drug Beneft (ODB) Formulary. Call the ministry INFOline at 1-866532-3 I 6 I for eligibility information.

International Pension Benefits

You may be eligible for social security (pension) benefits if you or your deceased spouse or common-law partner lived or worked in another country. Call Toll-Free: I 800 454-8731

The Care Guide

A free and comprehensive resource to help you make informed decisions about seniors' housing, care services and related matters for you or a loved one. Call Toll-Free I -800-3 I I -CARE (2273) or email: info@thecareguide.com

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