Disability Services in Ottawa
Browse 17 disability service organizations in Ottawa, Ontario. Find local support for autism, mental health, physical disabilities, and more.
Organizations in Ottawa
17 foundAlliance for Equality of Blind Canadians
National advocacy organization promoting equality for blind, deafblind, and partially sighted Canadians. Offers peer mentorship, local chapters, and scholarships.
Arthritis Society Canada
885 Meadowlands Dr #503
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Association Integration Sociale D'Ottawa
235 Donald St
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Ottawa, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Autism Society Canada
1670 Heron Rd
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Canadian Association of the Deaf
National advocacy organization for Deaf Canadians, promoting rights, accessibility, and Canadian Sign Language recognition.
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association
National organization providing support and advocacy for Canadians who are hard of hearing.
Canadian Human Rights Commission
Federal body responsible for administering the Canadian Human Rights Act, handling discrimination complaints including disability-based discrimination.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
151 Slater St.
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch
311 McArthur Ave. 2nd floor
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
John Howard Society Of Ottawa - Main Office
401 Bell St S
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Ottawa, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Learning Disabilities Association of Canada (LDAC)
Canada's national organization for learning disabilities, providing advocacy, information, and resources through provincial associations across the country.
Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton
160 Percy St
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by learning disabilities in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
MS Society of Canada
885 Meadowlands Dr #300
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Ottawa, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Reach-Equality And Justice For People With Disabilities Reach-Egalite Et Justice Pour Les Personnes Ayant Un Handicap
312 PARKDALE AVE
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 107889297RR0001
The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County
2327 St. Laurent Blvd Unit 500
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by neurological conditions in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
The Public Interest Advocacy Centre
285 McLeod St Suite 200
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Ottawa, Ontario. Offers support services, resources.
Turner Syndrome Society
2100 Thurston Dr
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Ontario Programs Available in Ottawa
Provincial programs that residents of Ottawa can access.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Single: up to $1,408/month (basic needs $809 + shelter $599); Single parent + 1 child: up to $2,036.91/month; Couple (1 disabled): up to $2,107/month; Couple (both disabled): capped at $2,370/month
Ontario's primary income support program for persons with disabilities. Provides monthly financial assistance, drug coverage, basic dental, eye exams and glasses every 3 years, and diabetic supplies. As of July 2025, rates increased 2.8%. Includes employment benefit of $100/month if working, with 75% of earnings over $1,000 deducted. Extended Health Benefits available if leaving ODSP. CDB is exempted from ODSP income calculations. A new simplified single online application covers both OW and ODSP.
Learn moreAssistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)
$25-$646/month depending on assessed needs
A 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.
Learn moreOntario 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.
Learn moreSpecial Services at Home (SSAH)
Varies based on assessed needs
A 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.
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