Quebec Funds Family Caregivers in Home Healthcare Policy

Quebec has introduced a new home healthcare policy that allows certain family caregivers to receive government funding, aiming to enhance support for individuals wishing to remain in their homes. The initiative, announced by Health Minister Sonia Bélanger in Montreal on January 29, 2026, expands an existing program by recognizing eligible family members as formal service providers.

The policy builds on a current allowance system that provides financial aid to Quebec residents for in-home assistance. Under the changes, family caregivers who meet specific criteria can now qualify for compensation through this program, which previously focused on professional services. Bélanger emphasized the goal of bolstering home-based care to promote independence. "This policy is aimed at improving services to enable people to live at home as long as possible," she said.

Funding for the allowance program will see an immediate boost of 1.1 million Canadian dollars, with an additional 22.2 million allocated for the following year. Overall, the government is committing more than 107 million dollars to these and related measures, according to official statements. This investment reflects a broader...