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Attendance Allowance
Offered by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
In short
The attendance allowance helps to cover the cost of hiring a caregiver to assist you in your day-to-day life.
- Who it is for
- You should apply for attendance allowance if you: Have a disability pension of 1% or more or receive Prisoner of War compensation; and Ar...
- How to reach
- Contact through Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC): (866) 522-2122 · information@veterans.gc.ca · Website
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About this service
From the organization's website: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/health-support/physical-health-and-wellness/compensation-illness-injury/attendance-allowance
The attendance allowance helps to cover the cost of hiring a caregiver to assist you in your day-to-day life. The amount you can receive is based on the level of care you need, from occasional to full-time supervision and care. The amount of the allowance is based on a grade from 1-5 that reflects the nature of your disability.
Who can use it?
You should apply for attendance allowance if you: Have a disability pension of 1% or more or receive Prisoner of War compensation; and Are totally disabled, whether your condition was service-related or not; and Need assistance with activities of daily living (such as eating, bathing, dressing, or moving)
Who it is for
Former or current member of the Canadian Armed Forces
How do I get in touch?
Call (866) 522-2122, email information@veterans.gc.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Chestermere, Alberta.