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Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Northern Ontario - Thunder Bay - Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Program

Thunder Bay - Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Program

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435 James St S Suite 111
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 6S7
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807-475-1336
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Toll-Free: 1-877-877-1113
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Fax: 807-475-1295
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm
Last updated: Jul 26, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Download and complete paper application from the website, or

  • Apply online

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

  • Children 17 years of age and younger who are severely disabled with a permanent functional loss in one or more areas of development

  • Must reside at home with their parents/caregivers

  • Monthly benefit is determined by the extraordinary expenses directly related to the child's disability and the gross family income

  • Medical travel expenses not covered by the Northern Travel Grant may be allowable

Fees

None

Contacts

Denise Larouche - Special Agreements Officer
807-620-5675 * denise.larouche@ontario.ca

Languages

English ; French

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Provides financial assistance for low-income and moderate income families to cover some of the extra costs of caring for a child who has a severe disability, such as:
  • travel to doctors' appointments, hospitals and other appointments related to the child's disability
  • special shoes and clothes
  • parental relief such as respite
Last updated: Jul 26, 2024: Suggest an edit
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