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1. Additional Home Owner Grant for Persons with DisabilitiesMinistry of Small Business and Revenue Homeowners with a disability or homeowners living with a relative or spouse with a disability may be eligible for the additional Home Owner Grant. Email: hogadmin@gov.bc.caPhone: 250 356-8904 Toll-free Phone: 1 888 355-2700 Address: You can also contact the Surveyor of Taxes or municipal office where you pay your property taxes or your local Service BC - Government Agent's office. |
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2. Adult Special EducationLearning Programs Branch Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development The Ministry provides support and services for equipment and assistive devices for persons with disabilities in two ways:directly to the post-secondary institutions for students' use and directly to students who apply and are eligible. Email: AVED.LearningPrograms@gov.bc.caPhone: 250 387-6174 Fax: 250 387-0878 Address: |
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3. Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral ServiceThis service provides information and referral services for people across B.C. needing help with any kind of substance abuse. It includes information and referral to education, prevention and treatment services and regulatory agencies. Phone: 604 660-9382Toll-free Phone: 1 800 663-1441 |
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4. Angling License Fee ReductionMinistry of the Environment, Fish and Wildlife Branch BC Residents with a severe and permanent physical or mental disability may obtain an annual Non-Tidal Angling Licence at a reduced fee. (Note: Licences are not required for anglers under 16 years of age.) To apply for the program, please contact your local Service BC Centre. Applications may be downloaded from the ministry website. To locate your local Service BC Centre (Government Agent office), please consult the blue pages in your local telephone directory or see the ministry website. |
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5. Annual Bus Pass ProgramThe annual bus pass program provides bus passes to assist eligible low income individuals to use public transportation. Passes may be purchased by: 1) persons with disabilities who receive disability assistance from the Ministry of Housing and Social Development; 2) persons who receive federal Old Age Security (OAS) and either the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) or Spouse's Allowance OR who are immigrants to Canada and do not receive these benefits only because they have not resided in Canada for 10 years; or 3) persons age 60-64 who receive BC Employment and Income Assistance. Toll-free Phone: 1 866 866-0800 Ext: Press 4, then 3Address: |
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6. Assistance Program for Students with Permanent Disabilities (APSD)This provincially funded program is for students with permanent disabilities attending public post-secondary schools in B.C. This is a needs based program available to part-time or full-time students either taking post-secondary level courses or upgrading courses. Depending on your need, grants of up to $10,000 are available for exceptional education-related services and adaptive equipment. If you need an attendant while at school, the grant may be increased up to $12,000. This grant does not cover living expenses, tuition or books. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 561-1818TTY Phone: 250 952-6832 Fax: 866 312-3322 Address: Students should contact the disability services office at their post secondary institution. Disability resource centre staff and administrators may wish to contact StudentAid BC. Phone: 250 387-6100 B.C. Lower Mainland: 604 660-2610 Fax: 250 387-7460 |
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7. Assistive Technology and Seating ServiceGF Strong Rehab Centre The Assistive Technology and Seating Service (ATSS) supports clinicians and rehabilitation professionals working with adults and adolescents with disabilities in the public health system of BC and the Yukon. Support is provided in the form of: consultation, assessment, evaluation, intervention, education and equipment loans for assessment. The Service works to further an individual's goals related to seating, communication, vocation, education, leisure, and independent living. Please note: access to services (consultations and equipment loans) is through clinicians and rehabilitation professionals only. Fax: 604 734-1363Address: Assistive Technology Service Phone: 604 737-6263 Seating Service Phone: 604 734-1313 Ext. 2491 |
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8. At Home Program: Medical Benefits (AHP)Ministry of Children and Family Development The At Home Program assists parents with some of the disability-related costs of caring for a child with severe disabilities at home. Children may be eligible for full program benefits or for a choice of respite or medical benefits. The At Home Program provides assistance to families in two main areas: 1) Respite Benefits: (age 18 or younger) allows parents to choose appropriate care options and 2) Medical Benefits: (age 17 or younger) provides a range of medical equipment, supplies and services. Phone: 250 387-9649Toll-free Phone: 1 888 613-3232 Fax: 250 356-2159 Address: |
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9. Autism ProgramsMinistry of Children and Family Development There are three programs that may provide autism treatment and intervention services and access to related equipment and supplies. (1) Autism Funding Under Age 6 - Provides up to $20,000 annually in direct funding to families to assist with the cost of purchasing autism intervention including equipment and supplies required for intervention. (2) Autism Funding Ages 6 - 18 - provides up to $6,000 annually in direct funding to families to assist with the cost of purchasing out of school autism intervention including equipment and supplies required for intervention. (3) Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention (EIBI) - multidisciplinary treatment and intervention services delivered through three contracted agencies in seven communities. Equipment and supplies required for effective intervention may be provided by contracted agencies for children enrolled in the program. Phone: 250 387-9649Toll-free Phone: 1 888 613-3232 Fax: 250 356-2159 Address: |
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10. BC Permanent Disability Benefits ProgramStudent Aid British Columbia This program is available to students or former students who are or become permanently disabled during the lifetime of their B.C. student loan. They may apply through StudentAid BC to have their B.C. student loan forgiven in full. Phone: 250 387-6100Toll-free Phone: 1 800 561-1818 Fax: 866 312-3322 Address: B.C. Lower Mainland: 604 660-2610 Fax: 250 387-7460 |
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11. Canada Study Grant for the Accommodation of Students with Permanent Disabilities (CSG-PD)This program may be used to cover the costs of a wide variety of supports for post secondary students who have permanent disabilities. The assistive technology allowed under this grant is provided by Assistive Technology BC (AT BC). Phone: 250 387-6100Toll-free Phone: 1 800 561-1818 TTY Phone: 250 952-6832 Fax: 866 312-3322 Address: Students should contact disability services/disability resource centre at their post-secondary institution. B.C. Lower Mainland: 604 660-2610 Fax: 250 387-7460 |
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12. Children In Care Medical BenefitsMinistry of Children and Family Development This program provides medical supplies, orthotics and bracing, hearing aids and audiology equipment, dental and orthodontia, optical, and medical and biomedical equipment for children in the care of the ministry. Phone: 250 387-9649Toll-free Phone: 1 888 613-3232 Address: |
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13. Colleges and Institute Library Services (CILS)Colleges and Institute Library Services (CILS) provides educational resources and services to public post-secondary students in a format that is usable by students with a print impairment. Some examples of available formats may include: DAISY digital talking books, large print, Braille and others. Contact a librarian at your post secondary institution for information about how to access these services. |
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14. Communication Assistance for Young Adults (CAYA)Communication Assistance for Young Adults (CAYA) serves adults between the ages of 19-35 who require alternative or augmentative communication (AAC) assistance. The goal of CAYA is to ensure that eligible individuals have access to the communication tools and professional support to enable them to create an adult life to the best of their abilities. There are no financial eligibility requirements. Email: contact@cayabc.orgPhone: 604 261-9450 Address: |
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15. Communication DevelopmentSunny Hill Health Centre for Children Many children with severe communication impairments can be assisted by augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and/or assistive technology (AT). These services are available through the Assistive Technology Team. The services are designed to support, enhance, or provide alternate methods of communication (both oral and written). Phone: 604 453-8300Fax: 604 453-8301 Address: |
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16. Crime Victim Assistance ProgramMinistry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Victims injured as a result of violent crimes may be eligible for benefits that include disability aids and home or vehicle modifications and related expenses. This program replaces the Criminal Injury Compensation Program previously operated by the Workers' Compensation Board Email: SGCrimeVictimAssistanceProgram@gov.bc.caPhone: 604 660-3888 Toll-free Phone: 1 866 660-3888 Address: |
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17. Deaf Access OfficeMinistry of Children and Family Development The Deaf Access Office helps deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind British Columbians and their families to access provincial programs that may be useful to them. Email: Paige.Thombs@gov.bc.caPhone: 604 775-1364 Toll-free Phone: 1 800 667-4770 TTY Phone: 604 660-0508 Fax: 604 660-1859 |
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18. Employment and Income Assistance for Persons with DisabilitiesThere are a number of benefits available to disability income assistance recipients. Some examples include: identification fees, security deposits, co-operative housing purchase supplements, emergency moving supplements, natal supplements, guide animal supplements, and medical transportation. Toll-free Phone: 1 866 866-0800 |
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19. Employment Programs for Persons with Disabilities (EPPD)The Employment Program for Persons with Disabilities (EPPD), through a contract with Assistive Technology B.C. (AT-BC), provides assistive technology resources including the loans of assistive technology, training, repair and trouble shooting on the use of assistive technology to individuals who have a disability that is the primary barrier to finding and maintaining paid or volunteer employment. It may also provide other equipment and supports, dependant on circumstances. The individual does not have to be in receipt of Income Assistance or Disability Assistance. Toll-free Phone: 1 888 613-3232For residents of Vancouver Island (including Powell River), Fraser region (including Hope, Chilliwack, Sechelt), and the North: WCG International HR Solutions 1 866 689-7150.......For residents of Vancouver Coastal Region (including Bella Coola, Squamish) and the Interior (including Cariboo, Okanagan, Kootenays): BC Society of Training for Health and Employment Opportunities (THEO BC) 1 866 377-3670.......Other (To serve mostly the lower mainland): Mental Health Impairment:THEO BC 1 866 377-3670.........Physical or Mobility Impairment: Neil Squire Society 604 473-9363 |
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20. Equipment and Assistive Technology Initiative (EATI)Ministry of Housing & Social Development and the BC Personal Supports Network The EATI provides equipment and assistive technology, and funding for related services such as assessment, trialing, repair and training, for people with disabilities who would like to work. You may be eligible for the EATI if you are a BC resident who is 18 years of age or older and you are: unemployed and ineligible for Employment Insurance/reachback benefits OR employed and looking to upgrade essential skills such as literacy or numeracy. This program is funded by the Government of Canada through the federal-provincial Labour Market Agreement. Please contact the program for more information. Email: EATI@bcits.orgToll-free Phone: 1 877 333-7554 Fax: 604 326-0176 Address: |
21. Equipment Evaluation ServiceGF Strong Rehab Centre The Equipment Evaluation Service evaluates a wide variety of assistive technology and provides consumers with the information necessary to choose the best assistive technology for their needs. The evaluations provide consumers with useful functional information to assist them in decision making. Phone: 604 737-6410Fax: 604 734-6359 Address: |
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22. Free Camping and Parking in BC Provincial ParksBC Parks Annual Parking Passes If you are a person with a disability who receives income assistance from the Ministry of Housing and Social Development, or from a First Nations Administering Authority, or if you are a family with a child who receives funding through the At Home program, you may be eligible to camp or park for free. Obtain a Release of Information form from your Employment Assistance Worker, Social Development worker or the Ministry of Children and Family Development to show to campsite staff. Address: |
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23. Health SupplementsMinistry of Housing and Social Development Health supplements may be provided to eligible income assistance recipients. They include a range of services, programs and items to meet an individual's health needs. Health supplements include medically essential equipment and devices to meet individuals' basic mobility, hearing, positioning and breathing needs. Toll-free Phone: 1 866 866-0800 |
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24. Home and Community Care Services-Fraser Health AuthorityMinistry of Health Services Health Authorities provide home and community care services for British Columbians with acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs. Services include home care nursing, palliative care, community rehabilitation, adult day centres, assisted living, home support, residential care and hospice. Health Authorities may provide these services directly or through contracts with service providers. Email: feedback@fraserhealth.caPhone: 604 587-4600 Toll-free Phone: 1 877 935-5669 Fax: 604 587-4666 Additional websites: Home support: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/homesupport.html Choice in Support for Independent Living (CSIL): http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html Home Care Nursing and Community Rehabilitation: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/nursehab.html |
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25. Home and Community Care Services-Interior Health AuthorityMinistry of Health Services Health Authorities provide home and community care services for British Columbians with acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs. Services include home care nursing, palliative care, community rehabilitation, adult day centres, assisted living, home support, residential care and hospice. Health Authorities may provide these services directly or through contracts with service providers. Phone: 250 862-4200Fax: 250 862-4201 Additional websites: Home support: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/homesupport.html Choice in Support for Independent Living (CSIL): http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html Home Care Nursing and Community Rehabilitation: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/nursehab.html |
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26. Home and Community Care Services-Northern Health AuthorityMinistry of Health Services Health Authorities provide home and community care services for British Columbians with acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs. Services include home care nursing, palliative care, community rehabilitation, adult day centres, assisted living, home support, residential care and hospice. Health Authorities may provide these services directly or through contracts with service providers. Phone: 250 565-2649Fax: 250 565-2640 Additional websites: Home support: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/homesupport.html Choice in Support for Independent Living (CSIL): http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html Home Care Nursing and Community Rehabilitation: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/nursehab.html |
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27. Home and Community Care Services-Vancouver Coastal Health AuthorityMinistry of Health Services Health Authorities provide home and community care services for British Columbians with acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs. Services include home care nursing, palliative care, community rehabilitation, adult day centres, assisted living, home support, residential care and hospice. Health Authorities may provide these services directly or through contracts with service providers. Phone: 604 736-2033Toll-free Phone: 1 866 884-0888 Fax: 604 875-4750 Additional websites: Home support: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/homesupport.html Choice in Support for Independent Living (CSIL): http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html Home Care Nursing and Community Rehabilitation: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/nursehab.html |
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28. Home and Community Care Services-Vancouver Island Health AuthorityMinistry of Health Services Health Authorities provide home and community care services for British Columbians with acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs. Services include home care nursing, palliative care, community rehabilitation, adult day centres, assisted living, home support, residential care and hospice. Health Authorities may provide these services directly or through contracts with service providers. Email: info@viha.caPhone: 250 370-8699 Toll-free Phone: 1 877 370-8699 Fax: 250 370-8750 Additional websites: Home support: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/homesupport.html Choice in Support for Independent Living (CSIL): http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html Home Care Nursing and Community Rehabilitation: http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/nursehab.html |
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29. Home Oxygen Program-FraserMinistry of Health Services The Home Oxygen Program provides assistance with the cost of oxygen and oxygen equipment. Phone: 604 514-6106Fax: 604 514-6079 Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, with 24-hr voice mail messaging |
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30. Home Oxygen Program-InteriorMinistry of Health Services The Home Oxygen Program provides assistance with the cost of oxygen and oxygen equipment. Phone: 250 862-4200Fax: 250 862-4201 |
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31. Home Oxygen Program-NorthernMinistry of Health Services The Home Oxygen Program provides assistance with the cost of oxygen and oxygen equipment. Phone: 250 719-6500Toll-free Phone: 1 866 565-2999 Fax: 250 719-6513 Address: |
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32. Home Oxygen Program-Vancouver CoastalMinistry of Health Services The Home Oxygen Program provides assistance with the cost of oxygen and oxygen equipment. Email: home.oxygen@vch.caPhone: 604 301-3814 Fax: 604 301-3829 Address: The Fraser Health Home Oxygen Program is located at Langley Memorial Hospital. Hours of Operation: 8 AM to 4 PM Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. |
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33. Home Oxygen Program-Vancouver IslandMinistry of Health Services The Home Oxygen Program provides assistance with the cost of oxygen and oxygen equipment. Phone: 250 370-8699Toll-free Phone: 1 877 370-8699 Fax: 250 370-8750 |
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34. I Can Talk, TooSunny Hill Health Centre for Children, Communication Development Many children referred to Sunny Hill are non-speaking, or unable to rely solely on their natural ability to speak or write. These children are assessed by Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists. Communication solutions may be required for 'talking' or 'writing', or both, and include the use of sign language, picture boards, letter boards, symbols, talking computers (or 'VOCA' - Voice Output Communication Aids), and alternate ways to use a regular computer. To be eligible for the 'I Can Talk, Too' program, a child must be a resident of BC between birth-19 years, be followed by a community team, have a doctor's referral to Sunny Hill, have explored all alternative options for funding within the community, and have made a request for assistive technology assistance. Phone: 604 453-8314Fax: 604 453-8301 Address: |
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35. Independent Living BC (ILBC)BC Housing Independent Living BC (ILBC) serves seniors and people with disabilities who require some support, but do not need 24-hour institutional care. ILBC offers a middle option to bridge the gap between home care and residential care. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 257-7756Contact your local health authority. |
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36. Information ServiceBC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions The website provides access to information on mental health, mental disorders and substance use problems and disorders, as well as contact information for resources. |
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37. Interpreting Services Project (ISP)The Interpreting Services Project (ISP) ensures consistency and quality in interpreting and captioning services in the public post-secondary college and institute system for students with hearing loss. ISP provides advice to colleges, university colleges and institutions to assist them in hiring interpreters and captioners and in providing support to students with hearing disabilities. Students should contact the disability services office of their post secondary institution to obtain the services of an interpreter. |
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38. Medical Services Only (MSO)Ministry of Housing and Social Development Through Medical Services Only (MSO), the Ministry of Housing and Social Development may provide specific health supplements to certain categories of former BC Employment and Assistance (BCEA) clients to meet their health needs. In addition to MSP and PharmaCare coverage, health benefits may include, among other benefits, prescribed medical equipment and supplies and basic dental services. Toll-free Phone: 1 866 866-0800 |
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39. Mental Health and Addictions Services - FraserFraser Health Authority There are a variety of programs available to individuals requiring support with mental health or addictions. Please contact your local Health Authority for details. |
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40. Mental Health and Addictions Services - InteriorInterior Health Authority There are a variety of programs available to individuals requiring support with mental health or addictions. Please contact your local Health Authority for details. http://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-services.aspx?id=410 |
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41. Mental Health and Addictions Services - NorthNorthern Health Authority There are a variety of programs available to individuals requiring support with mental health or addictions. Please contact your local Health Authority for details. Contact your local health unit for information. |
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42. Mental Health and Addictions Services - Vancouver CoastalVancouver Coastal Health Authority There are a variety of programs available to individuals requiring support with mental health or addictions. Please contact your local Health Authority for details. |
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43. Mental Health and Addictions Services - Vancouver IslandVancouver Island Health Authority There are a variety of programs available to individuals requiring support with mental health or addictions. Please contact your local Health Authority for details. |
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44. Mental Health Referral LineMinistry of Health Services Provides taped information on provincial mental health programs as well as symptoms, causes, treatment, support groups and publications relating to a number of mental illnesses. This is a 24 hour line. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 661-2121Lower Mainland: 604 669-7600 |
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45. Motor Fuel Tax RefundMinistry of Small Business and Revenue People with certain disabilities may apply for a refund of tax paid on fuel purchased for their motor vehicles. Applicants must first register for the program. The website contains Information on the eligibility criteria for persons with disabilities to register for the fuel tax refund program. The refund is based on the amount of taxes paid, to an annual maximum amount. Email: CTBTaxQuestions@gov.bc.caPhone: 604 660-4524 TTY Phone: 877 388-4440 Fax: 250 356-2195 To register: Consumer Taxation Branch,PO BOX 9442 STN PROV GOVT, VICTORIA BC V8W 9V4. To Claim a Refund: Consumer Taxation Branch,PO BOX 9628 STN PROV GOVT, VICTORIA BC V8W 9N6 |
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46. Palliative Care BenefitsMinistry of Health Services The BC Palliative Care Benefits Program has two components: The Palliative Care Drug Program is provided through Pharmacare. Medical Supplies and Equipment Benefits are provided through the local Health Authority. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 663-7100Health Insurance BC (HIBC) Vancouver 604 683-7151 |
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47. Persons with Disabilities AssistanceMinistry of Housing and Social Development Financial assistance and other supports are available to low-income BC residents with disabilities who: have applied for and been designated as a person with a disability by MHSD and meet income and asset based financial criteria. Toll-free Phone: 1 866 866-0800 |
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48. Persons with disabilities tax informationMinistry of Small Business and Revenue This is the main web page for provincial tax information related to persons with disabilities. Information is provided on: Home Owner Grants. Property Tax Deferment, Fuel Tax Refunds, Motor Vehicle Insurance, PST exemptions / reductions In Person customer services and information are also provided at : Suite 800 - 360 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B2 and 1802 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4K6 For a list of local Consumer Taxation Branch Offices in B.C. please see: http://www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/individuals/Consumer_Taxes/contact.asp |
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49. Post Secondary Communication Access Services (PCAS)The program assists: students who want to explore service options for their post-secondary education; faculty and staff to explore teaching tools that enhance access for their students who are deaf or hard of hearing; disability coordinators and administrators to recruit and hire service providers; visual language interpreters to prepare for the post-secondary screen and transcribers who work in post-secondary classrooms. Email: pcas@bcit.caPhone: 604 451-6933 TTY Phone: 604 451-6955 Fax: 604 431-0724 Address: Students should contact the disability services office of their post secondary institution. |
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50. Program for Institutional Loans of Adaptive Technology (PILAT)The Ministry, through Assistive Technology-BC (AT-BC), provides assistive technology and support services to post-secondary institutions for students with permanent disabilities in order to reduce barriers to education caused by their disability. Students are referred through Public Post-secondary Disability Coordinators or Advisors (contact the disability services of your institution). |
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51. Property Tax DefermentMinistry of Small Business and Revenue Property Tax Deferment is one of three property tax assistance programs offered by the province. Property Tax Deferment is a low-interest loan program that assists qualifying homeowners in British Columbia in paying the annual property taxes on their homes. Email: ruraltax@gov.bc.caPhone: 250 387-0555 Fax: 250 356-5347 Address: Call toll-free through Enquiry BC (request a transfer to 250 387-0555). For further information, please contact your municipal tax office, or Service BC-Government Agent office (rural). See http://www.servicebc.gov.bc.ca/services/locations/ for locations. You may also check your property tax notice or the blue pages of your local telephone directory for your municipal tax office or Service BC-Government Agent office contact information. |
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52. Provincial Resource ProgramsMinistry of Education Provincial Resource Programs are available through school districts to assist them in educating students whose access to the curriculum is restricted as a result of disabilities in the following areas: physical disabilities or chronic health impairments, visual impairment, multiple disabilities (physically dependent with multiple needs) deaf/blind, autism. Custodial parents or caregivers should speak to their child's teacher about possible supports. Please contact your local school district office to inquire about these programs. |
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53. Provincial Sales Tax (PST)Ministry of Small Business and Revenue Generally, PST is not charged on items specifically designed for persons with a permanent disability, medications or health-related items, equipment and supplies. However, PST is charged on items that are designed for general use. Email: CTBTaxQuestions@gov.bc.caPhone: 604 660-4524 TTY Phone: 877 388-4440 Fax: 250 356-2195 For more information on PST exemptions, please see the following bulletins: Equipment and Devices Used by Persons with a Permanent Disability (SST 003): http://www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/documents_library/bulletins/sst_003.pdf . Medical Supplies and Equipment (SST 006): http://www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/documents_library/bulletins/sst_006.pdf . Motor Vehicles Modified to Accommodate Persons with a Disability (SST 070): http://www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/documents_library/bulletins/sst_070.pdf |
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54. Provincial Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (PSDHH)Ministry of Children and Family Development This program provides supports and services to individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf blind. Email: psdhh@gov.bc.caPhone: 604 660-1800 TTY Phone: 604 660-1807 Fax: 604 660-1859 Address: |
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55. Rental Assistance ProgramBC Housing The Rental Assistance Program provides cash assistance to eligible low-income, working families with at least one child under the age of 19 and a gross household income less than $28,000 per year. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 257-7756 |
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56. Seniors' Supportive Housing (SSH)BC Housing The Seniors' Supportive Housing program provides specially modified rental homes, in selected subsidized housing developments, primarily to low-income seniors who need some assistance in order to continue to live independently. The program focuses on converting and upgrading existing seniors' housing to enhance accessibility and improve safety systems. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 257-7756 |
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57. Services and Supports for Adults with Developmental DisabilitiesCommunity Living BC Community Living BC (CLBC) provides a range of support services for adults with developmental disabilities, using either residential or family and day support services, or both. They may provide supports for many types of home living. They may also provide supports to enable individuals to learn to manage daily activities on their own. Other supports may include: employment supports and professional support. Email: info@communitylivingbc.caToll-free Phone: 1 877 660-2522 Fax: 604 664-0765 Address: |
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58. Services and Supports for Children and Youth with Developmental DisabilitiesCommunity Living BC Community Living BC (CLBC) provides services for children who meet at least one of the following criteria: (1) have an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis (2) are eligible for the At Home Program (severe disabilities) (3) have a developmental disability. Email: info@communitylivingbc.caPhone: 604 664-0101 Toll-free Phone: 1 877 660-2522 Fax: 604 664-0765 |
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59. Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER)BC Housing SAFER provides monthly cash payments to subsidize rents for eligible BC residents who are age 60 or over and who pay rent for their homes. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 257-7756 |
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60. Sunny Hill Health Centre for ChildrenThe Sunny Hill Health Centre offers a wide variety of specialized services to children and youth with disabilities aged birth to nineteen. Sunny Hill services complement and support community-based services. Services are delivered at Sunny Hill or close to home in a child's community via outreach or TeleCDR. Phone: 604 453-8300Fax: 604 453-8301 Address: |
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61. The Housing RegistryBC Housing The Housing Registry helps people with low to moderate-incomes, live in subsidized housing. There are listings of developments specifically for seniors and people with disabilities. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 257-7756 |
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62. Workers' Advisers OfficeThe Workers Advisers Office provides advice, assistance and/or representation to injured workers concerning worker's compensation claim decisions or other issues they may have with WorkSafe BC. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 663-4261 |
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63. WorkSafeBCWorkSafeBC In the event of work-related injuries or diseases, WorkSafeBC works with the affected parties to provide return-to-work rehabilitation, compensation, health care benefits, and a range of other services. Phone: 604 231-8888Toll-free Phone: 1 888 967-5377 Fax: 888 922-8807 Address: |
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