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BC Family Residence Program
Medical stay support for families
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply
Families applying for accommodation assistance through Variety - The Children's Charity.
See full eligibility
Overview
The BC Family Residence Program supports B.C. families needing medical care at BC Children's Hospital or Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, with accommodation help and travel assistance. It covers one room for up to 21 days per stay and air transportation through Hope Air for eligible patients.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Accommodation assistance for families so they can stay close to a child receiving medical care
- Travel assistance for patients travelling to Vancouver and elsewhere in B.C. and Canada to obtain specialized medical care
Documents Needed
- Confirmation of the dates of medical treatment or duration of the visit from the child's attending physician, BC Children's Hospital, or Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families applying for accommodation assistance through Variety - The Children's Charity.
- Patients of all ages applying for travel assistance through Hope Air.
Who is not eligible
- Families living in Anmore, Belcarra, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, Langley, Lions Bay, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver, White Rock, West Vancouver, and Electoral Area A are not eligible for accommodation assistance, except residents of Bowen Island and island communities within Electoral Area A.
Eligible expenses
- Accommodation costs for one room for up to 21 days per stay
- Air transportation for patients of all ages through Hope Air
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Local transportation costs
- Meals
- Other personal expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Outside Metro Vancouver
How to apply
- Contact Variety - The Children's Charity directly to apply for accommodation assistance.
- Apply for accommodation assistance by email at bcfrp@variety.bc.ca or through the Variety website.
- Contact Hope Air by telephone at 1-877-346-HOPE (4673) to apply for travel assistance.
- Apply for travel assistance through the Hope Air website.
Processing and Agreement
- Variety - The Children's Charity confirms the dates of medical treatment or the duration of the visit upon application.
- Physician offices and hospital personnel may contact Variety - The Children's Charity on behalf of their patients to confirm eligibility for benefits.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the BC Family Residence Program Program
What is the BC Family Residence Program?
The BC Family Residence Program supports B.C. families needing medical care at BC Children's Hospital or Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, with accommodation help and travel assistance. It covers one room for up to 21 days per stay and air transportation through Hope Air for eligible patients.
Who is eligible for the BC Family Residence Program program?
To be eligible for the BC Family Residence Program program, you must:
BC residents with Medical Services Plan coverage
Families with a child 18 years and under receiving care at BC Children's Hospital or Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children
Patients seeking Hope Air travel assistance who can travel on regular commercial flights without special assistance
What expenses are eligible under BC Family Residence Program?
Accommodation assistance for families so they can stay close to a child receiving medical care
Travel assistance for patients travelling to Vancouver and elsewhere in B.C. and Canada to obtain specialized medical care
Who can I contact for more information about the BC Family Residence Program?
You can contact Cops for Kids Charitable Foundation by email at bcfrp@variety.bc.ca or by phone at 1-877-346-HOPE (4673).
Where is the BC Family Residence Program available?
The BC Family Residence Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the BC Family Residence Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BC Family Residence Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the BC Family Residence Program?
BC Family Residence Program is funded by Cops for Kids Charitable Foundation