What are the parties promising on Seniors' health and services?

This is a page from the 2023 Manitoba general election.

Seniors' health and services platforms

Here's what the 2023 Manitoba election parties are promising.

Allow seniors to defer some or all of their annual property taxes with interest until the home is sold

"The median income for Manitoba seniors aged 65 and older was $34,800 in 2021. Through a new property tax deferment program, the provincial government would pay deferred taxes to local governments on a qualifying senior’s behalf, which would be repaid with interest when a home is sold—ensuring the program is cost-neutral." — pcmanitoba.com, 2023-09-07
Provide a $500 tax credit for walkers, wheelchairs, and home improvements

"Several such tax deferral programs already exist in jurisdictions across Canada, including Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan, Johnston noted. A re-elected PC government will also introduce a new $500 tax credit to help cover the cost of equipment such as walkers and wheelchairs, and improvements to their home, Johnston added." — pcmanitoba.com, 2023-09-07

Legislate an independent Seniors' Advocate
Increase homecare hours for seniors, hire 100 homecare workers, and reimburse workers for mileage

"Kinew committed $5 million toward mileage increases and hiring incentives to restore homecare services that have been cut, clawed back and privatized under Heather Stefanson." — mbndp.ca, 2023-09-10
Provide more hours of care for residents in Personal Care Homes

Appoint an independent Seniors Advocate

"[...] a Manitoba Liberal government will enact legislation to implement an independent Seniors Advocate to investigate, advocate, and provide solutions for government on all issues that affect seniors." — Dougald Lamont & the Manitoba Liberals — Real Choice, Real Change
Start providing 4.1 hours of direct care per resident per day in long-term care homes within two years
Run unannounced, independent inspections of personal care homes

"Work with Regional Health Authorities to implement unannounced and independent inspections and visits of personal care homes and ensure all recommendations are carried through." — Dougald Lamont & the Manitoba Liberals — Real Choice, Real Change
Provide grants up to $15K for seniors to retrofit their homes
Assess every person's long-term needs at age 70

"At the age of 70, every Manitoban will receive an assessment through the public health care system of what their long-term needs are to ensure standardized quality of care. The assessment would recommend programs and supports specific to the individual’s needs, with the mandate to ensure independence and dignity. These options would include long-term care facilities, 24/7 at-home support services, or part-time care. Seniors would have their living situation assessed and individuals would receive recommendations for changes they should make to maintain their independence." — Dougald Lamont & the Manitoba Liberals — Real Choice, Real Change