COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 Service Change: Offices closed to the public until further notice. Call Veteran's Affairs Canada through the My VAC Account secure messaging or by calling 1-866-522-2122.

Please visit Information for Veterans or Remembrance Activities to learn more about the effects of this pandemic on our services.

Veterans Independence Program (VIP)

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Heritage Place Shopping Centre
1350 16th St E
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6N7
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1-800-268-7708
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Toll-Free: 1-866-522-2122
French: 1-866-522-2022
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Last Updated: May 4, 2023: Suggest an edit

Application

Call, meet with counsellor or visit website for forms and detailed information * services provided in veterans homes and at office locations

Eligibility / Target Population

Veterans who need home care services and have qualified for a disability benefit, for the War Veterans Allowance, or receive Prisoner of War Compensation, or are eligible for, but can’t access, a bed in a long term care facility

Fees

Free

Executives

Tabitha Stubbs - Manager
905-277-6304 * tabitha.stubbs@vac-acc.gc.ca

Languages

English ; French

Language Notes

French publications and website * French services through the National Toll-Free number

Area Served

Grey and Bruce

Description of Services

Offers a variety of services that assist eligible persons to remain healthy and independent in their own homes

Assists with the costs of certain services such as:
  • grounds maintenance
  • housekeeping
  • nutrition services such as Meals on Wheels
  • health and support services
  • transportation services
  • care services such as nursing or personal assistance
  • home adaptations
  • ambulatory health care to services outside the home
Last Updated: May 4, 2023: Suggest an edit
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