Start preparing for how to access adult health and social services available to you. It is important be prepared and plan ahead.
For parents and caregivers
As you grow older, the planning needs for you and your child change. Some issues that become more important include financial security, housing security and social supports for your loved one after you are no longer able to support their needs.
Suggested Resources
Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) helps adults with developmental disabilities connect with services and supports in their community.
The DSO has information on transition planning from youth to adult services.
The Plan Institute has created a Future Planning Tool that focuses on planning for financial security, building a personal network, housing choices and supported decision-making.
Community Living Ontario and PooranLaw Professional Corporation have created an Estate Planning Guide that contains advice from legal, tax and accounting professionals who specialize in supporting people who have a disability and their loved ones.
Ages 22-40
Start preparing for how to access adult health and social services available to you. It is important be prepared and plan ahead.
For parents and caregivers
As you grow older, the planning needs for you and your child change. Some issues that become more important include financial security, housing security and social supports for your loved one after you are no longer able to support their needs.
Suggested Resources
Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) helps adults with developmental disabilities connect with services and supports in their community.
The DSO has information on transition planning from youth to adult services.
The Plan Institute has created a Future Planning Tool that focuses on planning for financial security, building a personal network, housing choices and supported decision-making.
Community Living Ontario and PooranLaw Professional Corporation have created an Estate Planning Guide that contains advice from legal, tax and accounting professionals who specialize in supporting people who have a disability and their loved ones.
Get government identification
Ages 15-17
Everyone needs identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
You will need your Ontario Photo Card and health card for many things.
A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You need it:
To work
To pay your taxes
To be eligible for the Registered Disability Savings Plan
ReportON is a telephone line and email address to report actual or suspected abuse or neglect of adults with a developmental disability.
Get government identification for your child
Ages 0-4
Everyone needs government identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
You will need your child’s birth certificate and health card for many things.
A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You will need it to apply for the Disability Tax Credit or if you plan to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan for your child.
Everyone needs government identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
You will need your child’s birth certificate and health card for many things.
A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You will need it to apply for the Disability Tax Credit or if you plan to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan for your child.
Everyone needs identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
You will need your child’s birth certificate and health card for many things.
A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You will need it to apply for the Disability Tax Credit or if you plan to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan for your child.