Ministry of Children and Family Development
Children and Youth With Support Needs, The At Home Program
Record #:
KNA0699
Last Modified:
14 Jul 2021
Last Full Update:
14 Jul 2021
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 778.699.2272 |
| Fax | 250.470.0890 |
| Website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/child-behaviour-development/support-needs/complex-health-needs/at-home-program |
Description & Services
| Service Details | - Provides funding to purchase respite care for eligible children, either in their home or at another location - Families may choose the type of respite services that best suit their needs - The program does not cover respite services provided by a parent of the child - Benefits are typically $2,400 - $2,800 per year, depending on family income - In some cases, benefits may be enhanced to meet extraordinary need - Respite funding may not be available immediately - Families may be waitlisted for benefits |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and under To be eligible for the At Home Program, a child must be: - age 18 years or younger for Respite Benefits; 17 years or younger for Medical Benefits - a resident of BC - enrolled with BC Medical Services Plan - living at home with a parent or guardian - assessed as dependent in at least three of the four activities of daily living: eating, dressing, toileting and washing |
| How to Apply | - Parents make a written agreement with the Ministry of Children and Family Development, and may choose to receive benefits through a direct monthly payment, or to be reimbursed for respite expenses - Parents are responsible for arranging for respite care, paying caregivers, managing their respite budget and providing a record of respite expenditures |
Location
| Address & Map | 1340 Ellis St Kelowna, BC Canada V1Y 9R9 |
| Located In Community | British Columbia |
Other Details
| Languages | English ; Interpretive Services |