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Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program
Reduces long-term care accommodation costs for eligible residents
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program helps low-income long-term care residents reduce basic accommodation costs in Ontario. It applies to eligible residents in basic accommodation and some spouses or partners in redesigned basic semi-private rooms.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Reduction of long-term care accommodation co-payment fees
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents for income
- Notice of Assessment
- Information on government benefits received
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Long-term care home residents
- Spouses or partners in redesigned basic semi-private rooms
Who is not eligible
- Residents in regular semi-private rooms
- Residents in private rooms
Eligible expenses
- Basic long-term care accommodation co-payment fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Annual net income.
- Need to support a spouse or child living in the community.
- Receipt of eligible government benefits may affect the calculation.
How to apply
- Step 1: Check benefits and income
- Make sure you are receiving all benefits you may be eligible for.
- Gather information about all sources of income.
- Step 2: Request forms from the home
- Tell your long-term care home that you intend to apply.
- Get the application form(s) and help if needed.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Complete the form and attach the required supporting documents.
- Submit everything to your long-term care home.
- Step 4: Re-apply every year
- Submit a new application each year to keep the reduced rate.
Processing and Agreement
- The home submits the completed application to the ministry.
- The application is processed by the ministry.
- The applicant receives a rate statement letter after processing.
Additional information
- The program runs from July 1 to June 30 of the following year.
- Applicants receive a rate statement letter after processing.
- Most recipients still pay part of the co-payment fee.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program Program
What is the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program?
The program helps low-income long-term care residents reduce basic accommodation costs in Ontario. It applies to eligible residents in basic accommodation and some spouses or partners in redesigned basic semi-private rooms.
Who is eligible for the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program program?
To be eligible for the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program program, you must:
Long-term care resident
Basic accommodation only
Low-income applicant
What expenses are eligible under Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program?
Reduction of long-term care accommodation co-payment fees
Who can I contact for more information about the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program?
You can contact Ministry of Long-Term Care by email at LTC.RateReduction@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-866-434-0144.
Where is the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program available?
The Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program?
Long-Term Care Rate Reduction Program is funded by Ministry of Long-Term Care