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 (209)
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AIDE Canada
The Autism & Intellectual Disabilities Knowledge Exchange Network, funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. Provides online resources, a comprehensive inventory of services and supports by province, and operates 6 in-person locations across Canada. Excellent source for autism funding comparison data across provinces.
ARID Group Homes
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Thorold, Ontario. Provides housing, residential support.
Almaguin Highlands Community Living
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 106703416RR0001
Alternatives For Community Living In Etobicoke
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118784578RR0001
Amik Community Living Toronto
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Toronto, Ontario. Provides residential support, community inclusion, employment support.
BELLWOODS CENTRES FOR COMMUNITY LIVING INC.
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 108070665RR0001
Baseline Respite services
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Brampton, Ontario. Provides respite care.
Bluewater Respite Inc
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in London, Ontario. Provides respite care.
Brampton Caledon Community Living
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 106805880RR0001
Brampton Caledon Community Living - Early Childhood Education Services
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Brampton, Ontario. Provides residential support, community inclusion, employment support.
Brampton Caledon Community Living Finance Department
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Brampton, Ontario. Provides residential support, community inclusion, employment support.
Brampton Community Living
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Brampton, Ontario. Provides residential support, community inclusion, employment support.
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