Children's Disability Services in Ontario
Programs and services available for children with disabilities in Ontario, including autism funding, therapy programs, respite care, and family support.
Programs
Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)
$25-$646/month depending on assessed needsA provincial program providing monthly payments to help with the extra costs of caring for a child with a severe disability. Rate increased 2.8% in July 2025. Also covers assistive device assessments and device consumer contributions. CDB is exempted from ACSD calculations.
Eligibility: Child must have a severe disability requiring extra care and supervision beyond what is typical for their age. Must be an Ontario resident. Financial need is considered.
Official websiteOntario Autism Program (OAP)
Interim funding: $20,000/year (under 6), $5,000/year (6-18)Ontario's program for children and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Registered through AccessOAP. Currently under an interim funding model with the government working toward a needs-based model using a Determination of Needs process (4-hour virtual interview). Services include ABA, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and mental health supports. Waitlists are significant, and families report costs of $26,000-$130,000/year for autism supports.
Eligibility: Child or youth must have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder from a qualified professional. Must be an Ontario resident. Register through AccessOAP portal.
Official websiteSpecial Services at Home (SSAH)
Varies based on assessed needsA needs-based funding program providing support for in-home and community services for persons with developmental or physical disabilities. Covers personal development and growth activities as well as respite care to give caregivers a break.
Eligibility: Must be an Ontario resident with a developmental or physical disability. Funding is needs-based and determined through assessment.
Official websiteOrganizations Serving Children (43)
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ATRC Chronic Pain and Sports Clinic
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Greater Sudbury, Ontario. Provides recreation, sports programs.
Arthritis Health Professions Association
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Burlington, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Tillsonburg, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Brampton, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Bracebridge, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in London, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Owen Sound, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Burlington, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Mississauga, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Kitchener, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Kingston, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
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