Government support for disability caregivers — a plain-language guide to what you are owed.
Most caregivers leave thousands on the table every year because the credits and programs are buried in tax-code language. Here's what to look at first.
A federal non-refundable credit for individuals with a severe, prolonged impairment. Approval also unlocks the RDSP and other supports.
15% credit on up to $20,000 of qualifying home renovations — ramps, grab bars, walk-in showers — that improve safety or accessibility.
Federal credit for anyone supporting a spouse, common-law partner, or dependant with a physical or mental impairment.
What evidence supports a disability caregiver claim
For the DTC and CCC, the CRA looks for a longitudinal record of daily support. FeatherKeep captures that automatically.
Every dose, every day — the simplest proof of ongoing medical management.
Attendant care hours can be claimed under the METC and support DTC certification.
A timeline of specialist visits supports both DTC certification and METC mileage claims.
Photo receipts for ramps, grab bars, and accessibility upgrades support the Home Accessibility Tax Credit.
See exactly which programs you may qualify for
A 2-minute checker covers federal and provincial disability supports.
Open the benefit checkerInformation here is general and does not constitute legal or tax advice — confirm eligibility with your qualified accountant or the CRA. The phrase "PSW federal tax credit" is commonly used informally to refer to the Medical Expense Tax Credit for attendant care — there is no separately named federal PSW credit.