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Easter Seals Financial Assistance

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Region: Ontario  
Age: Children, 19 and under 

You can get up to $3000 to help pay for specialized equipment for children and youth with a physical disability that restricts independent mobility and has an impact on performing daily living activities. This money goes right to the store to pay for the equipment.

Disability Travel Card

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Region: Canada  
Age: Depends on which company you are traveling with 

This card lets you get a less expensive ticket for your support person when you take VIA rail, Greyhound Canada, or Coach Canada.

Canadian Tire Jump Start

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Region: Ontario
Age: Children ages 4 – 18

This program pays for sports and community programs for children whose families do not have much money (low income). This money goes straight to the organization running the program.

Access2Entertainment

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Region: Canada
Age: All Ages  

The Access2Entertainment card lets you get a free ticket for a support person when you go to specific places for entertainment (like the movies, climbing gyms, or museums). You will have to pay a small fee to purchase your card and it does expire so you will need to renew the card. There will be an expiry date on the card.

Find services in your community

Ages 0-4

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you and your family.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

Suggested Resources

  • Connectability is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families. There is a resource directory listing resources and supports for children and adults.
  • EarlyOn Centres offer programs to families and children across Ontario from birth to six years old.
  • MyCommunityHub is an online registration space for activities, classes, programs, workshops, respite and camps offered across Ontario. There are resources on here for you and your child.

Ages 5-11

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you and your family.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

Suggested Resources

  • ConnectABILTY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families. There is a resource directory listing resources and supports for children and adults.
  • EarlyOn Centres offer programs to families and children across Ontario from birth to six years old.
  • MyCommunityHub is an online registration space for activities, classes, programs, workshops, respite and camps offered across Ontario. There are resources on here for you and your child.

Ages 12-14

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you and your family.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

Suggested Resources

  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families.  There is a resource directory listing resources and supports for children and adults.
  • EarlyOn Centres offer programs to families and children across Ontario from birth to six years old.
  • MyCommunityHub is an online registration space for activities, classes, programs, workshops, respite and camps offered across Ontario. There are resources on here for you and your caregivers.

Ages 15-17

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you and your family.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

Suggested Resources

  • Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) has a webpage to help you understand “How to Access Services” through the DSO.
  • You can start the application for Developmental Services Ontario at the age of 16 to see if you are eligible for services. This will help you to avoid delaying services when you turn 18. (Add) Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) has a webpage to help you understand “How to Access Services” through the DSO.
  • Passport Program Funding is an Ontario Government program that provides funding to adults with a developmental disability. Passport provides funding for services and supports in your community. Please see the Passport Program Quick Fact Sheet for tips on Passport Program Funding
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families.  There is a resource directory listing resources and supports for children and adults.
  • MyCommunityHub is an online registration space for activities, classes, programs, workshops, respite and camps offered across Ontario. There are resources on here for you and your caregivers.

Ages 18-21

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you and your family.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

Suggested Resources

Ages 22-40

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you and your family.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

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Ages 41 and over

  • Agencies in your community may have services for you.
  • You may have to pay for these services. Others could be free.

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Connect with your community

Ages 0-4

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 5-11

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 12-14

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 15-17

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 18-21

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 22-40

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Ages 41 and over

  • Getting involved in community programs and activities may help you and your child build relationships and a circle of support.
  • Some ways to get involved are through local community centres, public libraries and the YMCA.

Suggested Resources

  • The Government of Ontario  has a page where you can find  Seniors Active Living Centres throughout Ontario that offer programs catered specifically to older adults.
  • The YMCA is a charity that supports people of all ages and abilities to join in, give back, and gain the connections, skills and confidence they need to thrive. It provides financial assistance to families who are not able to afford program fees.
  • Partners for Planning has created a resource that will help families connect with a Family Support Network in their community. There is also a Guide to making friendships with supportive people.
  • ConnectABILITY is a website for people with developmental disabilities and their families where you can find a resource directory listing resources and supports.
  • Libraries across Ontario have free programs for people of all ages who are interested in different things. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport has a list of public libraries in Ontario.
  • There may be free activities in your community, you can call 211 for this information.
  • Local community papers may also include information for upcoming events, be sure to check them out.

Build a circle of support for you and your child

Ages 0-4

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

Suggested Resources

Ages 5-11

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

Suggested Resources

Ages 12-14

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

Suggested Resources

Ages 15-17

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

Suggested Resources

Save for your child’s future

Ages 0-4

  • Consider opening a savings account for your child.
  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan which may help you save for your child’s future.

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Ages 5-11

  • Consider opening a savings account for your child.
  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan which may help you save for your child’s future.

Suggested Resources

Ages 12-14

  • Consider opening a savings account for your child.
  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan which may help you save for your child’s future.

Suggested Resources

Apply for credits and benefits when you file your taxes

Ages 0-4

  • If you have a disability, or a child with a disability, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.
  • Check if your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit.
  • If you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Ages 5-11

  • If you have a disability, or a child with a disability, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.
  • Check if your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit.
  • If you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Ages 12-14

  • If you have a disability, or a child with a disability, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.
  • Check if your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit
  • If you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Ages 15-17

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability, check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Ages 18-21

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability, check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Ages 22-40

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability, check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Ages 41 and over

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

Suggested Resources

Apply for funding opportunities

Ages 0-4

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your child’s age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

Ages 5-11

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your child’s age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

Ages 12-14

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your child’s age
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

Ages 15-17

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

Ages 18-21

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

Ages 22-40

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

Ages 41 and over

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

Suggested Resources

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