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What you need when applying to be a PEI Foster Caregiver

This is an online application form for PEI Foster Care Program. What do I need to complete this application online? You will need provide identification for yourself and family members living under the same roof. You will need to provide your current contact information. Your education and employment history Any addresses in the past 5 years you have lived that have been outside Prince Edward Island. If you have parented outside of Prince Edward Island, consent will be required to do a Child Protection background check in those provinces. How long does it take to complete this application? You...

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Recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day to bring attention to the issue of the mistreatment of older adults. All older adults have the right to live safely and securely. WEAAD provides an opportunity to raise awareness about elder abuse prevention and what each of...

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Seniors Independence Initiative

The Seniors Independence Initiative provides financial assistance for practical services that make it easier for seniors to remain in their own homes and communities. Help is available for services such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, medical alert system, communication (including internet fees), grass cutting and snow removal. The program complements supports provided to seniors by family members/friends and other government programs. Eligible applicants can access up to $1,800 depending on income. Who can apply? Applicants must: be 65 years of age or older; live...

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Supports for Foster Parents

Financial Support Foster parents receive automatic monthly room and board payments to help with the costs of caring for the child placed in their home. The monthly payment is intended to cover the costs for food and personal items the child needs while in the foster home. There...

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Province launches Seniors’ Food Pilot Program

The provincial government is partnering with The Wheelhouse, The Kings Playhouse and Meals on Wheels PEI to operate a Seniors’ Food Pilot Program in the Georgetown and Cardigan areas for 12-weeks beginning March 14. PEI seniors, aged 65 and older, can register as of today, March...

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Seniors’ Food Pilot Program expands

The provincial government is expanding the Seniors’ Food Pilot Program to Murray Harbour and Murray River. This expands the Kings County Pilot outside of the Georgetown area where it was initially launched. PEI seniors in Murray River and Murray Harbour, aged 65 and older, can...

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