Developmental Services Ontario

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DSO Toronto
2 Surrey Pl
Toronto, ON
M5S 2C2
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Toll-Free: 1-855-372-3858 * (1-855-DS-ADULT)
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Fax: 416-925-5645
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Application

Call or visit the local Developmental Services Ontario agency
Online application information and form

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adults in Ontario with documentation confirming age, residency and a psychological assessment * applicants are screened against a cognitive, adaptive and age-of-onset criteria

Fees

None

Languages

English ; French

Language Note

French programs offered * French publications and website

Area(s) Served

Ontario

Description of Services:

Nine regional agencies helps adults with developmental disabilities find community supports and services

Residential Services and Supports - Housing options, funded by the Government of Ontario, such as group homes, supported independent living, individual residential models and specialized accommodations

Community Participation Supports and Passport - Connects program participants with community participation supports * may be one-on-one or in groups * funds activities for personal development

Caregiver Respite - Services so that primary caregivers can have a break from caregiving duties

Person-Directed Planning - Services to help people with developmental disabilities to set their goals * provide tools and funding to meet those goals

Adult Protective Service Workers - A worker meets regularly with a client to connect them with the community and with community resources

Specialized Supports - Assessment and treatment options that help address specific behaviours and other needs

Direct Funding - Funding provided by the Government of Ontario to be used flexibly for clients' needs
Last updated: Sep 10, 2024: Suggest an edit