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 (121)
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Aboyne Rural Hospice
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in ELORA. CRA Registration: 727982548RR0001.
Algoma Residential Community Hospice
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in SAULT STE-MARIE. CRA Registration: 863953766RR0001.
Alzheimer Foundation Southwest Partners
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in LONDON. CRA Registration: 859585473RR0001.
Alzheimer Society Chatham-kent
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in CHATHAM. CRA Registration: 106705247RR0001.
Alzheimer Society Foundation OF Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in SIMCOE. CRA Registration: 894537984RR0001.
Alzheimer Society Huron Perth
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in STRATFORD. CRA Registration: 131503138RR0001.
Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in BROCKVILLE. CRA Registration: 132563057RR0001.
Alzheimer Society Niagara Foundation
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in ST. CATHARINES. CRA Registration: 812717270RR0001.
Alzheimer Society OF Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in SIMCOE. CRA Registration: 825692866RR0001.
Alzheimer Society OF Canada - Societe Alzheimer DU Canada
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in TORONTO. CRA Registration: 118784925RR0001.
Alzheimer Society OF Durham Region
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in WHITBY. CRA Registration: 106705296RR0001.
Alzheimer Society OF Kfla&a Kingston, Frontenac,lennox And Addington
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in KINGSTON. CRA Registration: 129401683RR0001.
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