A case manager will help you access care and support services
The first step to enter a publicly-subsidized long-term care facility is for you to have a health care needs assessment completed by one of our Home Health and Community Care Case Managers.
To be eligible for publicly subsidized long-term care you must:
Have a health care need that requires 24-hour nursing and personal care
Be a citizen of Canada or have permanent status *
- Be 19 years of age or older
Have lived in B.C. for ninety (90) days or longer
Agree to the assessment process, including the release of financial information
Have tried all of the avenues available for receiving care at home
* Be a landed immigrant or are on a Minister's permit approved by the Ministry of Health Services.
For information on exceptions to eligibility criteria, contact your local Home Health and Community Care Office.