These are amounts received under programs for HOME CARE and ASSISTANCE services.
The amounts paid for these services are allocated monthly and are EXCLUDED in calculating income. They are also not included in calculating LIQUID ASSETS. They are generally paid by Health and Social Services centres to DISABLED PERSONS who obtain their own home care and assistance services. These persons are unable to live at home without this assistance.
The amounts paid to the PERSONS who PROVIDE the service constitute work INCOME and are included in any calculation of their income.