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Disability Tax Credit

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The 2021 Federal Budget included proposals that would see an expansion of the Disability Tax Credit to more Canadians. The Disability Tax Credit (DTC), with a value of $1,299 for 2021, is a non-refundable credit intended to offset the impact of disability-related costs. In order to claim this credit, a taxpayer must have a certificate confirming they have a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental function, or be….

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Canada Revenue Agency, Capacity Law, Caregiving, Disability, Elder Care, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Executors, Tax Issues

Getting Lost In The System

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And I don’t mean figuratively, I mean literally.  I heard two stories this past week of two elderly individuals who are both quite compromised with dementia.  One lives in a retirement residence and the other lives in her own home with care support. In both instances, they had a fall and their caregiver called 911.  The ambulance did not allow their caregiver (PSW) to attend with them.  They were bundled….

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Suggestions to Reduce the Potential for Elder Financial Abuse

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I suggest that improved screening for vulnerability to abuse is clearly needed for seniors appointing family members as attorneys for property…..

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Capacity Law, Caregiving, Elder Care, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Fiduciary Professions, Geriatric Care Management, Guardianship, Passing Of Trustees’ and Executors’ Accounts, Power of Attorney, Powers Of Attorney and Guardianship Disputes

Federal 2021 Budget Highlights For Canadian Seniors

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Federal Budget 2021 Highlights summarized by National Institute on Ageing: Today’s blog will highlight important 2021 budget information as it relates to Seniors.  I have used  the NIA COMMENTARY ON THE 2021 FEDERAL BUDGET[1]  as they have said better that I. 1.       Delivering an Apology to Canada’s Seniors  Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland started off the Budget 2021 address with an apology to seniors,….

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Alternatives to Long Term Care

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With the reputation of Long Term Care Homes hitting a new low, it comes as no surprise that seniors want to grow older in their own homes. A few facts: The number of seniors increased by 4.2 million over the past 38 years. Over the next 22 years Canada will need to accommodate the needs of another 4.2 million, of whom 82 percent will be 75 years of age and….

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Interesting Information for Monday Morning

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Ok- interesting for me and hopefully for you too. 1. Q: Did you know as of April 1 2021 the LHIN has a new name? A: Home and Community Care Support Services  (HCCSS) which was the LHIN and before that it was the CCAC (Community Care Access Centre).  I am told there are no changes to the program. 2.Q: Did you know that it is possible for the LHIN  or….

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