Home Adaptations for Seniors' Independence (HASI)
The Home Adaptations for Seniors’ Independence (HASI) program offers financial assistance for minor home adaptations that will help low-income seniors to perform daily activities in their home independently and safely.
Sponsoring agency:
Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Type of agency:
Federal government
Eligibility
Homeowners and landlords may qualify for assistance if:
- The occupant is 65 years of age or over and has difficulty with daily living activities due to loss of ability brought on by aging.
- The total household income is at or below the program income limit for the area.
- The home is a permanent residence.
Restrictions
Supportive care and portable aids, such as walkers and household appliances, are not eligible. Repairs, alterations or adaptations not related to the resident’s loss of ability are not eligible under this program.
Work carried out before the HASI application has been approved in writing by CMHC is not eligible.
Application procedure
To find out how to apply for financial assistance, or for more information about these programs, please call CMHC toll free at 1-800-668-2642.
Contact information
Website:
CMHC HASI
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