The Child and Youth Support Program provides financial and medical benefits
for a child when the parents/guardians are unable or unwilling to care for the
child, and the child is being cared for in another home of an adult caregiver.
This program is intended to supplement some of the child's needs and offset some
of the costs associated with the care. The care and responsibility of the child
remains with the parents/guardian and caregiver. The CYS program promotes stable
relationships for children by offering an alternate out-of-home placement.
Eligibility
A caregiver may be eligible if:
- The child's parents/guardians have provided a letter of consent for the
caregiver to provide care for the child OR
- The caregiver has private guardianship or legal custody of the child.
- The child is under 18 years of age at the time of application.
- The child's income does not exceed the financial guidelines of the
program.
- The child/youth is attending school, employed full-time or attending
a full-time training program.
- The child must be residing with the caregiver seven days per week.
- The parent/guardian who is unable or unwilling to provide care for their
child may not be living in the same home as the caregiver.
- The caregiver does not live on-reserve (The Child Out of Parental Home
Program is available for caregivers who live on-reserve.).
- While receiving benefits from Child and Youth Support Program, children can also
receive medical benefits under the Child Health Benefit program. If you qualify
for the basic benefit under the Child and Youth Support Program, other benefits
may also be available.
* Biological, adoptive parents, and legal guardians are not eligible to apply
for the CYS benefits for their own children. Getting Started Application
forms are available at all Calgary and Area offices.
Next Steps
The caregiver will be required to provide various documentation to support
the application. The caseworker may require in an in-person meeting with the
caregiver and child.
Contact Information
Calgary and Area Child and Family Services Authority
Child and Youth Support Program
#300-1240 Kensington Road NW
Calgary, Alberta T2N 1P7
Phone: 297-6100 Fax: 297-2130
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much will I receive for the child?
A: The amount of the benefits vary based on the age and income
received on behalf of the child.
Basic Benefit:
- Children 0 - 11 years: Up to $105.00/month
- Children 12 - 17 years: Up to $148.00/month
Limited Supplementary Benefits:
- Extended medical coverage under the Alberta Child Health Benefit Program
- Child care Expenses
- School fees/expenses
- Annual Supplementary Benefit: Up to $200/year
Income received on behalf of the child
The income of a caregiver is not considered in determining eligibility for
this program. Certain income that may be received on behalf of or directly by
the child is considered for determining program eligibility. This income
includes:
- Maintenance/Child support payment
- SFI or Assured Support - where the child is a dependant
- Income received through the child's employment
- The child's student loans or grants
* The Canada Child Tax Benefit and the National Child Benefit Supplement are
exempt income sources.
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