The Home Support Program assists people in Newfoundland and Labrador to live safely and independently at home, for as long as possible. It offers non-professional support with everyday tasks, tailored to each person’s unique needs.
Who Can Access Support?
The program is available to:
- Seniors (65+) with a care need.
- Adults and children with disabilities.
- Individuals receiving end-of-life care.
- People recovering at home after a hospital stay.
What Services Are Provided?
- Personal Care: Help with bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and toileting.
- Homemaking: Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Respite Care: Short-term relief for caregivers.
- Behavioural Support: For individuals with behaviour needs , provided by a Behaviour Management Specialist through tailored interventions.
How Services Are Delivered
Individuals can choose the care model that works best for them:
- Self-Managed Care: Individuals hire and manage their own support worker.
- Paid Family Caregiving: Individuals hire a family member (excluding spouses) to provide care.
- Agency-Managed Care: Services are provided by an approved home support agency. Home support agencies are monitored and approved by NL Health Services.
Approved Home Support Agencies
Home Support Brochure (Programme provincial de soutien à domicile)
Home Support Program Client Handbook (Programme provincial de soutien à domicile : Guide du client)
Home Support Self-Managed Care Handbook (Programme provincial de soutien à domicile : Guide du fournisseur de soins autogérés)
Provincial Home Support Services Program Paid Family Caregiving Option