Government Financial Support

Tax credits, veterans supports, and benefits offered by various levels of government to Older Adults.

Residential Care Facilities Subsidy Program

Phone:
Work: 905-546-2424 x2225
Contact:
Email:
Web: Address:
71 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5, Canada
Hours:
Cost:
None
Who can access this service:

To qualify for the RCF Subsidy program an individual must:

  • be 18 years of age or older
  • meet established asset and income criteria
  • be able to maintain personal mobility at the time of admission
  • require assistance with identified activities of daily living

All potential residents will be assessed by a qualified health professional as to their eligibility for a given facility prior to admission.

How to apply:

Contact for information.

The Residential Care Subsidy Program aims to prevent homelessness by providing for safe and affordable supported housing in a communal setting for people who require assistance with the daily activities of life.

Offers choices of housing with support options for people who would otherwise be homeless, inappropriately housed in institutions and/or shelters, or inadequately supported in other settings.

Funding is connected to individual residents on a per day basis

St. Matthew's House Housing Outreach Preventing Eviction for Seniors

Phone:
Work: 905-523-5546 x240
Contact:
Email: Web: Address:
414 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2Y3, Canada
Hours:
Contact for information.
Cost:
None
Who can access this service:

Older adults

How to apply:

Contact for information.

Program assists vulnerable older adults secure and maintain housing in safe and stable environments, providing assistance and/or connections to supports that address hoarding, cleanliness, and noise levels or other disturbances to other tenants. Three months of case management ensures ongoing support. 

Housing Support Services

Phone:
Contact:
Email: Web: Address:
119 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1G5, Canada
Hours:
Cost:
None
Who can access this service:

Open to all individuals and families with a low income.

How to apply:

Contact for information.

Provides services to assist individuals who are experiencing homelessness or are on a low income in finding safe and affordable housing.

Services include:

  • listing of available rental accommodations
  • free phone access
  • subsidized housing applications
  • housing search assistance
  • information services
  • community referrals

Access to Housing Local Housing Services

Phone:
Work: 905-546-2424 x3708
Fax Number: 905-546-2809
Contact:
Email: Web: Address:
350 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Y3, Canada
Hours:
Cost:
None
Who can access this service:

Open to all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, or refugee claimants who do not have arrears owed to an Ontario social housing provider for rent or damage.

How to apply:

Application forms are available on the website or through other local housing services organizations.

Contact for more information.

Operates as an access point for subsidized housing in Hamilton. Subsidized housing is when rent is geared to the income of the recipient instead of market rates. Staff assist applicants with the application process and maintains the central waiting list for subsidized housing available from social housing providers.

Eligibility is calculated based on 30% of a household’s gross monthly income. If applicant is receiving assistance from Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program, a social assistance rent scale is applied. Additional charges may apply depending on the building (e.g. utilities, parking).

The organization is does not operate as a landlord and does not directly offer housing. Does not offer emergency shelters or emergency housing.

Seniors at Risk in Hamilton Collaborative

Phone:
Fax Number: 289-271-6990
Contact:
Email: Web: Address:
400 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8N 3R1, Canada
Hours:
Contact for information.
Cost:
None
Who can access this service:

Seniors impacted by issues such as dementia, abuse/exploitation, mental and physical health challenges, precarious housing, food insecurity and social isolation.

How to apply:

Referrals and service requests can be made through CareDove.

A centralized referral and intake process to facilitate timely interventions and supports for seniors impacted by issues such as dementia, abuse/exploitation, mental and physical health challenges, precarious housing, food insecurity, and social isolation.

Services offered include: 

  • Case Management for Seniors at Risk
  • Dementia and Caregiver Support
  • Homelessness Prevention and Intervention
  • Volunteer Telephone Support
  • Virtual Senior Group
  • Seniors Wellness Group

Ontario Retirement Communities Association Home Listings

Phone:
Toll-Free Number: 1-888-263-5556
Contact:
Email: Web: Address:
Hours:
Mon-Sun
24 hours
Cost:
None
no fees for use of the list
Who can access this service:

Open to all.

How to apply:

No application required to view the list.

Contact each retirement home for details about applying as a resident.

An online retirement home finder tool maintained by the Ontario Retirement Communities Association.

Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority Home Listings

Phone:
Toll-Free Number: 1-855-275-7472
Contact:
Email: Web: Address:
Hours:
Mon-Sun
24 hours
Cost:
None
Who can access this service:

Open to all.

How to apply:

No application required to view the list.

Contact each retirement home for details about applying as a resident.

An online retirement home finder tool maintained by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority