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Program:
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Veterans Independence Program (VIP)
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Crisis:
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VAC Assistance Service (toll-free): 1-800-268-7708
VAC Assistance Service (TTY): 1-800-567-5803
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Address:
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55 Bay St N, 9th Fl
Hamilton, ON
L8R 3P7
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
VAC Assistance Service: Daily 24 hours
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Service Description:
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Financial assistance for veterans to help them remain independent in their home * provides funding for services such as:
- grounds maintenance
- housekeeping
- meal preparation
- personal care
- professional health and support services
- transportation
- long-term car
- home adaptations
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Application:
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Call, meet with counsellor, or visit website
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Veterans who have qualified for a disability benefit, War Veterans Allowance, or Prisoner of War Compensation, or are eligible for but cannot access a Priority Access Bed at a long-term care home
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Languages:
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English * French
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Language Notes:
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French publications and website * French through the national toll-free number
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Area Served:
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Brant, Brantford, Haldimand, Hamilton, Norfolk, Halton Region, and Niagara Region
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