Benefit

The amount of benefit you may be eligible for is determined by four factors:

  1. the type of accommodation you live in
  2. your marital/cohabitation status
  3. your income (combined with your spouse/partner's income)
  4. whether you are eligible for the federal Old Age Security pension

To ensure those seniors most in need receive a benefit, the Alberta Seniors Benefit program is based on income. The lower your income, the higher your benefit will be, up to the maximum amount.

In general, a single senior with an annual income of $24,600 or less, and senior couples with a combined annual income of $40,000 or less, are eligible for a benefit. These income levels are guidelines only, and are for seniors whose income includes full Old Age Security pension.

Note: Benefits for seniors living in long-term care and designated assisted living facilities are calculated to ensure a senior has at least $265 in disposable income every month after paying their accommodation charges. For more information or to determine your benefit, please call the Alberta Supports Contact Centre toll-free at 1-877-644-9992 or 780-644-9992 in the Edmonton area.

Use the Benefit EstimatorOnline Calculator to see if you are eligible for benefits.