Housing With Supports
Housing with supports provides a living environment designed for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. These residences, formerly known as domiciliary hostels, offer not only board and lodging but also daily meals and necessary medication supervision, ensuring that residents have the care and support they need. For many, these options represent a permanent solution where they can feel secure and supported.
There are various housing with supports models available across regions, each tailored to meet the specific needs of residents.
FeesRent is paid by the tenants, based on their income. Meals, snacks and boarding are provided by the homeowner. The Per Diem rate is set per day, per resident for Domiciliary Hostel Services. The Per Diem Rate shall be based on a twenty-four (24) hour period stay per resident. Personal Needs Allowance “PNA” rate of $149.00 per month per resident. The PNA is intended to be general spending money for the resident to spend on things like cigarettes, cell phone plans, snacks and coffee. It is not intended for the purchase of items of personal care that are to be provided by the Homeoperator or to pay for recreation/leisure activities provided in-house as part of daily living. Top-up maximum amount of $179.00 “Top-Up Cost” per resident per month. The Top-up amount is intended for medication cost not covered by ODB/ODSP, haircuts, clothing, transportation to medical appointments and regular scheduled recreational activities, foot-care and bloodwork. |
Eligibility Target PopulationIndividuals must be psychiatrically stable and demonstrate adherence to treatment plans, showing the ability to live in a community setting with appropriate supports. They should be capable of residing in a supported congregate living environment alongside multiple roommates of varying ages and abilities. Medical stability is essential, and if ongoing or complex physical health issues are present, suitable home-based health supports, such as Ontario Health at Home, Personal Support Workers, or Nursing services, must be or will be provided. They should be able to take direction during emergencies, navigate stairs independently, and complete activities of daily living (ADLs) like eating, bathing, personal hygiene, toileting, and dressing with some prompting. Additionally, individuals must be able to provide financial documentation that proves their source(s) of income and demonstrate their ability to pay their share of rent and living expenses. |
By providing a structured living environment with the necessary supports, housing with supports aims to enhance quality of life for individuals who require assistance, fostering independence and community integration.
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