Elder Support (Ages 60+) — The Off-Reserve Support Program

Housing support $1,000per member / year

Assistance for rent, lease agreements, mortgage payments, or damage deposits.

Unused portions under $1,000/month are applied to following month(s)
Submit a rental/lease agreement, mortgage document, or damage deposit invoice
Living with family or friends? Provide proof of off-reserve residency — government ID with your address or registered mail
Payment goes directly to the landlord, property manager, or homeowner

Health care aid / Dental / Vision $500per member / year

Enhanced coverage for emergency or scheduled medical expenses not covered by other health benefit programs — prescriptions, equipment, dental, and vision.

May be used multiple times up to the $500 annual maximum (e.g., $200 dental + $300 vision)
Provide a medical appointment confirmation or prescription invoice, plus receipts

Essential resources $300per application

Help with essential needs like food, clothing, and utilities.

Pick an option on the application
Direct deposit form or void cheque for the applicant

Work wear support $250per application

Funds for work attire required for employment or volunteer roles — because many of our Elders still give their time.

Provide an employment or volunteer confirmation letter detailing the work wear requirements
Direct deposit form or void cheque for the applicant

Eligibility: registered WFLFN #459 off-reserve band member aged 60+, meeting the general eligibility requirements, with a completed application. Travel stipends for Elders are also provided at community events. The Off-Reserve Liaison is glad to help complete any application.