Program: Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Northern Ontario - Thunder Bay - Special Services at Home Program
Organization: Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Northern Ontario
Phone Numbers: 807-475-1336
Toll-Free: 1-800-465-5561 Ext 1336
TTY: 1-800-544-6443
Fax: 807-475-1295
Website: www.ontario.ca/page/special-services-home
Address:
435 James St S Suite 111
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 6S7
Location: Located in the Ontario Government Building on James St S
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm
Public Contacts: Denise Larouche - Special Agreements Officer
denise.larouche@ontario.ca

Service Description: Provides funding to assist families who are caring for a child with a developmental and/or physical disability for:
  • primary caregiver relief and related supports
  • activities of personal growth or development for the child, including camps and recreational activities, like swimming and music classes, which can help the child learn new skills and abilities, such as improving their communication skills and becoming more independent
The amount of funding received depends on:
  • the type and amount of service the child needs
  • what other help is available in the community
  • what kind of support they already receive



Fees: None
Application:
  • Apply online here or download and complete application on the website

  • Attach medical statement or psychological assessment to the application describing the disability, why services are needed and how much it will cost

  • Mail the completed application and medical assessment to: Regional Office, 199 Larch St, Suite 601, Sudbury ON P3E 5P9


Note: Waiting times vary
Eligibility / Target Population:
  • Children 17 years of age and younger

  • Must have a developmental and/or physical disability

  • Individuals must live in Ontario with their families, or does not live at home but is not being helped by other residential services

  • Must need help with daily activities and require more support than families can usually provide
Languages: English ; French
Area Served: City of Thunder Bay, District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, District of Thunder Bay, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
See Also: Children and Youth with Disabilities
Financial Assistance for Children and Families
Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities
Respite Care for Children with Disabilities
Last Updated: 7/26/2024
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=212819

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