--- title: Business --- Seniors ## Most Requested ![Seniors-Driving-1](https://adamchambersmp.ca/hubfs/Seniors-Driving-1.webp) #### Driving, Parking & Transit Permits Get information about seniors [driving, driver’s licences, transportation services and accessible parking permits.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-get-around) ![SeniorsTaxGrant](https://adamchambersmp.ca/hubfs/SeniorsTaxGrant.jpg) #### Ontario Senior Homeowners' Property Tax Grant If you're a low-to-moderate income senior, you may be eligible for up to $500 back each year on your property taxes. [Learn more](https://www.ontario.ca/page/senior-homeowners-property-tax-grant) ## Services for Seniors ### Services For Seniors **** #### Help for Seniors in Simcoe County - The County of Simcoe provides support to older adults across our region with a variety of [services and programs](https://simcoe.ca/residents/seniors/). ### Housing Support **** #### Housing Support - Learn about the types of [ Senior Housing Options ](https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-find-place-to-live)available to you. - The Retirement home Regulatory Authority  can help you [find a Licensed Retirement Home.](https://www.rhra.ca/en/im-looking-for-a-home/) #### Licences & Permits - Get information about [Seniors driver’s licences, driving, transportation services and accessible parking permits.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-get-around) #### New Horizons for Seniors Program [The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP)](https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/new-horizons-seniors.html) is a federal grants and contributions program. It provides funding for projects that make a difference in the lives of seniors and in their communities ### Healthcare Programs For Seniors **** #### General Information - The Government of Ontario has compiled information on programs and services to [Help Seniors ](https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-stay-healthy-and-active)be healthy, active and engaged. - [Find a Doctor, Nurse Practitioner or Specialist](https://www.ontario.ca/page/find-family-doctor-or-nurse-practitioner) - [Telehealth Ontario ](https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario)provides fast, free medical advice toll free @ 1-866-797-0000. - [ConnexOntario](https://www.connexontario.ca/) helps Ontarians via phone, web chat or e-mail 24/7. Their experienced staff help you navigate available resources dealing with mental health, alcohol and problem gambling. - [HNHB Health Line](https://www.hnhbhealthline.ca/listCategories.aspx?id=10019)highlights health and community services for seniors available in your area. #### Helping with Medical Coverage - Get help paying for prescription drugs when you qualify for the [Ontario Drug Benefit Program.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-coverage-prescription-drugs) - The [Low Income Seniors Co-Payment Drug Program](http://www.forms.ssb.gov.on.ca/mbs/ssb/forms/ssbforms.nsf/FormDetail?openform&ENV=WWE&NO=014-3233-87)[,](http://www.forms.ssb.gov.on.ca/mbs/ssb/forms/ssbforms.nsf/FormDetail?openform&ENV=WWE&NO=014-3233-87) is an evolution of the Ontario Drug Benefit, geared to helping qualified  low-income seniors reduce their deductible even further. - Learn how to access free, routine dental care for eligible seniors 65 years or older, through the [Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/dental-care-low-income-seniors)The program is designed to support low-income seniors. - If you have a long-term physical disability, you can get help paying for equipment and supplies when you qualify for the [Assisted Devices Program.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/assistive-devices-program) #### Staying Active & Staying Safe at Home - Are there any [Guidelines](https://www.participaction.com/en-ca/benefits-and-guidelines/adults-65-plus) that could help me? - [ Learn Important Tips](https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/healthy-living/physical-activity-tips-older-adults-65-years-older.html) about  to remain physically active. - The Alzheimer Society has created a webpage with [Brain-Healthy Tips](https://alzheimer.ca/en/about-dementia/how-can-i-prevent-dementia/brain-healthy-tips-reduce-your-risk-dementia) to reduce your risk of dementia. - The Government of Canada has compiled [The Safe Living Guide](https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/aging-seniors/publications/publications-general-public/safe-living-guide-a-guide-home-safety-seniors.html) in an effort to inform seniors of how to best stay safe while at home. - Learn about the steps you can take to  [Prevent Falls at Home](https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/aging-seniors/publications/publications-general-public/you-prevent-falls.html), as well as  how to best stay safe around [Household Stairs](https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/aging-seniors/publications/publications-general-public/stair-safety.html) #### Home & Community Care - [Home & Community Care](https://www.ontario.ca/page/homecare-seniors) provides help for patients and seniors who need support living at home. - What types of [Home Care](https://www.ontario.ca/page/homecare-seniors#section-3) are available? - What is [Community Care](https://healthcareathome.ca/community-care/)? #### Alzheimer's and Dementia - The [Alzheimer Society of Canada](https://alzheimer.ca/on/en) has extensively covered the signs and effects of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. - [The Finding You Way](http://findingyourwayontario.ca/) program helps individuals with dementia, their families, caregivers and communities recognize the risks and signs of those afflicted with dementia going missing. Finding your way hopes to educate all parties so that seniors continue to safely live within the community. ### Tax Credits, Benefits & Pensions **** #### Medical Support - Get help paying for prescription drugs when you qualify for the [Ontario Drug Benefit Program.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-coverage-prescription-drugs) - The [Low Income Seniors Co-Payment Drug Program,](http://www.forms.ssb.gov.on.ca/mbs/ssb/forms/ssbforms.nsf/FormDetail?openform&ENV=WWE&NO=014-3233-87) is an evolution of the Ontario Drug Benefit, geared to helping qualified  low-income seniors reduce their deductible even further. - If you have high prescription-drug costs – compared to your household income – you might qualify for the [Trillium Drug Program.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-help-high-prescription-drug-costs) #### Income Support - If you're a low-income senior, you may qualify for monthly [Guaranteed Annual Income System (GAINS). ](https://www.ontario.ca/page/guaranteed-annual-income-system-payments-seniors)This program provides a monthly, non-taxable benefit to low-income Ontario seniors. - Low-income seniors and low-income persons with disabilities can get a [Partial Deferral of Provincial Land and Education Tax.](https://www.ontario.ca/document/provincial-land-tax/provincial-land-tax-deferral-program-low-income-seniors-and-low-income) - The Ontario Energy Board has highlighted several[ Electricity Support Programs](https://www.oeb.ca/rates-and-your-bill/help-low-income-consumers) to aid individuals with low-income with their electricity bill. #### Transit, Vehicle & Home Support - Ontario Seniors’ [Public Transit Tax Credit, ](https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-seniors-public-transit-tax-credit)available to those 65 years or older, help Seniors cover their public transit costs. - The March of Dimes Canada, [Home & Vehicle Modification Program ](https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/am/hvmp)provides funding for basic home and/or vehicle modifications, to assist permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment  with their disability management.  - If you're a low-to-moderate income senior, you may be eligible for up to $500 back on your property taxes with the[ Ontario Senior Homeowners’ Property Tax Grant.](https://www.ontario.ca/page/senior-homeowners-property-tax-grant) - [The Senior's Home Safety Tax Credit](https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-home-safety-tax-credit) provides eligible seniors with the means to make their home safer and more accessible #### Federal Support - The[ Canada Pension Plan (CPP) ](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp.html)retirement pension is a monthly, taxable benefit that replaces part of your income when you retire. If you qualify, you’ll receive the CPP retirement pension for the rest of your life. - The [Old Age Security (OAS) Pension ](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security.html)is a monthly payment you can get if you are 65 and older. - Learn if you qualify for the federal governments [Guaranteed Income Supplement, ](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security/guaranteed-income-supplement.html)a non-taxable addition to the Old Age Security Pension. ### Elder Abuse **** #### Signs & Types Learn more about the [Signs and Types](https://www.ontario.ca/page/information-about-elder-abuse) of elder abuse and what to do if you or someone you know is being abused. #### Abuse Prevention - [Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario ](http://www.eapon.ca/)is a provincial, charitable, non-profit organization focused on supporting the implementation of 'The Ontario Strategy to Combat Elder Abuse' and has been doing so since 2002. - Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario has outlined relevan[t Legislation & How to Report ](https://eapon.ca/reporting/)elder abuse. #### Hotlines - **Senior Safety Line :** 24/7 confidential Hotline @ 1+866-299-1011 - **Long Term Care Action Line:** Report abuses @  1-866-434-0144 - [Retirement Home Regulatory Authority](https://www.rhra.ca/en/): Hotline @  1-866-275-7472 - **Crime Stoppers:** Report @ 1-800-222-8477 - Phone the **Office of the Public Guardian & Trustee**, which protects those who are mentally incapable of reporting abuse @ 1-800-366-0335 or 416-327-6348 - Find[ Additional Helplines ](https://www.ontario.ca/page/information-about-elder-abuse#section-3)for reporting or helping those suffering from elder abuse, as well as get legal advice or receive referrals. ---