Eligibility for Residential Care

The first step to enter a publicly-subsidized residential care facility is for you to have a health care needs assessment completed by one of our case managers.

The case manager will help you and your caregiver access the health care and community support services you need to remain living at home safely and independently.  

If your needs can no longer be met at home, you may be referred to publicly subsidized assisted living or residential care services.  

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for publicly subsidized residential care you must:

• Have a health care need that requires 24-hour residential care
• Be over 19 years of age
• Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident meeting BC’s residency requirements
• Agree to the assessment process including the release of financial information
• Have tried all of the avenues available for receiving care at home

How can I access these services?

Visit the Accessing Residential Care page for more information.