{"id":574,"date":"2026-04-21T18:55:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T18:55:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hamiltonpoverty.ca\/?page_id=574"},"modified":"2026-04-21T18:55:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T18:55:44","slug":"survey-for-medical-professionals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hamiltonpoverty.ca\/index.php\/survey-for-medical-professionals\/","title":{"rendered":"Survey for Medical Professionals"},"content":{"rendered":"
Why this survey?<\/span><\/div>
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The Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction and its community partners have been engaged with the establishment of the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) since consultations began.<\/p>

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This program could provide an additional $200 of monthly income to the over 11,600 residents who report always or often living with activity limitations. If even a portion of these individuals qualify and apply, the CDB could generate up to $28 million annually in new income for local residents. That\u2019s a life-changing prospect for eligible individuals. We believe this modest income boost can contribute to better health and well-being.<\/p>

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Quick Facts:<\/strong><\/p>

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    • Low-income individuals experience higher rates of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and lower over-all life expectancy.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>

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        • Poverty increases the incidence of stress related mental health issues like anxiety, and are more likely to develop or face relapse of mental illness.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>

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            • People with disabilities are twice as likely to live in poverty than those without a disability.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>

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                • This income could alleviate the financial barriers to accessing physical and mental health treatment.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>

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                  Can you help us?<\/strong><\/p>

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                  We are conducting a survey to gauge awareness around the Canada Disability Benefit such as looking at what is entailed such as requiring a Disability Tax Credit Certificate to apply. We are also trying to understand possible barriers for patients such as form fees for low-income individuals in your practice.<\/p>

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                  This survey is hosted on our own website and is anonymous unless you choose to share your identity.<\/p>

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                  About the Program<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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                  Are you aware of a new federal benefit for persons with disability?*<\/sup><\/p><\/div>

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                  Are you aware of a new federal benefit for persons with disability?*<\/sup><\/p><\/div>

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