Affordable Housing Support
Numerous subsidies for seniors apartment rentals are available through the BC Housing website including:
- SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters) - Available to those 60 years and older; helps make rents affordable for BC seniors with low to moderate incomes.
- Subsidized Housing - Available to those age 55 and older, or a person with disabilities.
- Seniors Supportive Housing (SSH) - Provides specially modified rental homes primarily to low-income seniors or people with disabilities who need some assistance in order to continue to live independently. Support services include 24-hour response, light housekeeping, meals, and social and recreational activities.
- Or call toll-free: 1-800-257-7756
How to apply for Assisted Living and Long-Term Care
Seniors assisted living and long-term care communities require assessment through a case manager. Your first step is to obtain a Case Manager by calling your local Health Authority:
- Fraser Health - 1-855-412-2121
- Interior Health - 250-980-1400
- Island Health - 250-388-2273
- Vancouver Coastal Health - 604-263-7377