Accessing Respite Funding in Manitoba
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Respite care and services are not insured services under the Canada Health Act. Respite is considered part of home care services and depending on the jurisdiction may be partially publicly funded.
Manitoba Children’s DisABILITY Services
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This program, provided through Manitoba Department of Families, supports families who are raising a child (or children) with developmental and physical disabilities, to meet some of the additional needs they may have.
Manitoba Primary Caregiver Tax Credit
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The Primary Caregiver Tax Credit is a $1,400 ($1,275 prior to 2015) annual refundable personal income tax credit that can be claimed by any Manitoban who is giving ongoing voluntary care to a family member, a friend or a neighbour in Manitoba.
Manitoba Child Benefit Financial Pathway
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A non-taxable amount paid by Manitoba Family Services to help low and modest-income families to provide for their children.