Home Support Subsidy Program

Family and Community Support Services of Big Lakes


Description
Offers approved applicants reimbursement for some of the cost to hire a housekeeper of their choosing.

Service provides:

  • approved applicants reimbursement for some of the cost to hire a housekeeper of their choosing

Includes:

  • up to 4 hours of service per week

Key Provider: home support workers
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to residents of Big Lakes County and the Town of High Prairie who fall into 1 of the following categories:
  • new parents (up to 8 weeks post-partum)
  • individuals experiencing a short-term illness / injury / surgery recovery based on a doctor’s
    recommendation (doctor’s note required)
  • 55 years or older
  • or individuals with an ongoing physical or intellectual disability (doctor’s note required)
Application Process
Service Access: Registration Required, To access service:
  • contact the local office to determine eligibility or to obtain more information

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

Wait times vary.


Telephone
780-776-3811
Fax
780-776-3821
Web Site
http://www.biglakescounty.ca
Email
dcox@biglakescounty.ca
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: Yes,

Fees vary based on income. Contact for details.




Fee Reduction: Yes,

This is a subsidized service.




Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: No -
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
May 13, 2024
Address
7 1 Avenue
Joussard, AB, T0G 1E0
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Hours of Operation
Tue
08:15 AM to 04:00 PM
Thu
08:15 AM to 04:00 PM

Closed 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM.