Disability Services in Thunder Bay
Browse 9 disability service organizations in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Find local support for autism, mental health, physical disabilities, and more.
Organizations in Thunder Bay
9 foundAlzheimer Society Of Thunder Bay
1184 Roland St unit 490
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by neurological conditions in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
1077 Golf Links Rd Suite 2
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Autism Society Ontario
1100 Memorial Ave
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Canadian Mental Health Association
200 Van Norman St
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Children's Aid Society of The District of Thunder Bay
1110 Jade Ct
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Elizabeth Fry Society of Northwestern Ontario
705 Victoria Ave E
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
John Howard Society Of Thunder Bay
315 Syndicate Ave S
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Nepali Society of Thunder Bay (NEST)
132 May St N
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Regional Food Distribution Association
570 Syndicate Ave S
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Ontario Programs Available in Thunder Bay
Provincial programs that residents of Thunder Bay 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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