If a person with diabetes can't afford the medications and supplies they need, there is a greater risk of developing complications.
This program seeks to reduce that risk by assisting with the cost of diabetes medication and supplies, and by promoting a healthy, active lifestyle.
Nova Scotians under the age of 65 with a diagnosis of diabetes, and no drug coverage, are eligible for this program.
The Program started January 2006.
Information Booklet:
Questions & Answers:
Find out answers to some common questions about the program. Go to Q & A page...
Benefits & Reimbursement
- Reimbursement form ( PDF)
- Benefits & Reimbursement FAQs Questions and Answers
Forms
Calculating your Family Deductible:
Calculate an estimate of your Family Deductible for the Diabetes Assistance Progam, go to the Calculator...
Diabetes Self-care Brochures:
- Staying Well with Diabetes ( PDF)
- You and Your Blood Sugars ( PDF)
- Healthy Living and Self-Care ( PDF)
- Making the Most of Your Medications ( PDF)
Contact:
For Program Questions:
Nova Scotia Diabetes Assistance Program
Nova Scotia Pharmacare Programs
PO Box 500
Halifax, NS B3J 2S1
230 Brownlow Avenue
Dartmouth, NS B3B 0G5
Telephone: (902) 496-7001
Toll Free: 1 (800) 305-5026
For Health Card Questions:
Medical Services Insurance
PO Box 500
Halifax, NS B3J 2S1
Telephone: (902) 496-7008
Toll Free: 1 (800) 563-8880
www.gov.ns.ca/health/msi/
For Income Tax Notice of Assessment:
Canada Revenue Agency
Tax Centre
PO Box 12072, Station A
St. John's, NL A1B 3Z2
Toll Free: 1 (800) 959-8281
www.cra-arc.gc.ca