Description Funded by the GNWT Department of Health and Social Services, the Respite Program for Local Communities provides social respite service to families outside of Yellowknife who have children with special needs. The goal of a respite service is to provide safe, individualized, and flexible respite support to families and primary caregivers. It offers young … Read more

Description Medical travel benefits for eligible NWT residents with a valid referral who must travel outside of their home community in order to access necessary health services at the nearest center where the services are available. Benefit Amount Eligibility Criteria You may be eligible for medical travel services coordinated by NTHSSA if you: Coverage must … Read more

Description The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) offers Extended Health Benefits (EHB), a public benefits plan, which helps eligible residents with the cost of non-insured medical needs not covered by the NWT Health Care Plan. Benefit Amount Amounts vary. Eligibility Criteria For full details, visit: https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/services/extended-health-benefits Application Process Complete the Extended Health Benefits Application form. Seniors … Read more

Description The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) sponsors the Métis Health Benefits program to provide eligible Indigenous Métis residents of the Northwest Territories access to a range of benefits not covered by hospital and medical care insurance. Through this program, NWT residents receive coverage for eligible prescription drugs, dental services, vision care, medical supplies and equipment. You … Read more