Financial aid

Discover how the Financial Exemption Program for Domestic Help Services (PEFSAD) and the Home‑Support Services Tax Credit for Elders can help reduce the cost of home assistance services in Québec.

Financial Exemption Program for Domestic Help Services (PEFSAD)

Accessibility

Open to all Québec residents aged 18 and over
Goal

Encourage the use of services offered by social economy enterprises providing home support
Calculation of Financial Assistance

Based on age, family situation, household income, and health status

Reduction Terms

Fixed Reduction

4 $ per hour of service for every eligible person.

Additional Reduction

Between $2.70 and $21.60 per hour, depending on:

Household income
Family situation
Age (65 and over)
A CISSS/CIUSSS referral (for those under 65)

Final Payment

The client pays the difference between the company’s rate and the amount covered by PEFSAD.

Home‑Support Services Tax Credit for Elders

Description

A tax credit equivalent to 36% of eligible expenses for home‑support services
Compatibility

This credit is added to the financial assistance provided by PEFSAD
Variability

Eligible expenses vary depending on place of residence and family situation

Combined Advantage

By combining PEFSAD + the Tax Credit, you maximize your savings on home assistance services!

Resources and Useful Links

PEFSAD - RAMQ

Detailed information on the Financial Exemption Program.

RAMQ website

Tax credit

Complete guide to the Home‑Support Services Tax Credit.

Revenu Québec website

Assistance simulator

Estimate your financial assistance based on your situation.

aidechezsoi.com

Example of Financial Assistance Calculation

Case Study: Marie, 72 years old

Company hourly rate:

$35.00

Fixed PEFSAD reduction:

– $4.00

Additional reduction:

– $21.60

Final hourly cost:

$9.40