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Yukon Territory Canada Benefits: Housing in Yukon
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all federal and provincial government benefit programs and services for individuals relating to housing in Yukon.
Source : Government of Canada.

Canada At Home with Alzheimer's Disease
The safety and security of someone living at home with Alzheimer's Disease can be significantly improved by making minor, low-cost changes in a house or apartment. These practical adaptations will be of help to both the Alzheimer patient and their caregivers.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Non-government organisation Home Adaptation Checklist
This checklist identifies adaptations that could help prevent accidents and enhance independence. It also gives some guidelines on how to hire a reputable contractor.
Source : Canada Safety Council

Canada Home Adaptations for Seniors' Independence
This program helps homeowners and landlords pay for minor home adaptations to extend the time low-income seniors can live in their own homes independently.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Canada Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities
Assistance for homeowners and landlords to improve accessibility for persons with disabilities
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Yukon Territory

Yukon Territory Lending Programs
This web site gives you a list of all available programs from the "Housing Corporation of Yukon" to help you get a loan. There are programs such as, The home ownership programs, Home and repair upgrade programs, and other lending programs.
Source : Government of Yukon. Yukon Housing Corporation.

Yukon Territory Yukon Housing Corporation
Yukon Housing Corporation (YHC) provides funding support for home improvements related to special needs of people with disabilities through two programs: Home Repair Program and Rental Rehabilitation Program. YHC also manages subsidized housing within the Yukon Territory.
Source : Government of Yukon

Canada

Canada 12 steps to stair safety at home
Stairs are an important cause of falls resulting in serious injury or death of seniors. This one-page checklist reminds seniors of the common hazards in stairways, and the proper ways to set up and use your stairs.
Source : Public Health Agency of Canada

Canada Aids to Independent Living: Breaking Through the Barriers
This "Aids to Independent Living: Breaking Through the Barriers" booklet is made up of ideas and devices which can help you reach your own level of independence. The chapters are grouped according to daily activities inside and outside the home: Kitchen Ideas, Bathroom Basics, General Household Tips, Personal Care, and Recreation.
Source : Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

Canada Canada Benefits: I am a senior in Prince Edward Island
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all government benefit programs and services concerning seniors in Prince Edward Island.
Source : Government of Canada

Non-government organisation Education for Quality Accessibility
Education for Quality Accessibility is a non profit organization providing free information, education, assessments, inspections and consultations to those contemplating barrier free design or accessibility projects.
Source : Education for Quality Accessibility

Canada Go for It: A guide to choosing and using assistive devices
A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it.
Source : Public Health Agency of Canada

Canada I want to stay as independent as I can. What are some options for seniors' housing?
Most seniors want to live on their own, in their communities. They also want to be able to maintain their lifestyles. However, people's needs and abilities change as they get older. As a result, they may have to consider their best housing option. This Web page gives information to assist you in making these decisions.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada, Canadian Health Network.

Canada Maintaining Seniors' Independence Through Home Adaptations
This guide identify the types of difficulties that seniors can experience and see the types of adaptations that can help overcome these difficulties.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

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