This information will help to determine if you financially qualify for ODSP. If no additional information is required, the caseworker will let you know if you are financially eligible for ODSP within 15 business days. If you are a member of a prescribed class , you do not have to complete this step.
This package must be completed by your doctor or another health care provider , and mailed to the Disability Adjudication Unit using the addressed envelope included with the package. Your health care provider may also submit additional information for example, clinical notes, hospital reports, psychological or functional assessments to help describe your medical condition and how it affects you.
Specialized ODSP staff including doctors, nurses or occupational therapists review your completed disability determination package to determine if you are medically eligible for ODSP. You will receive a letter from the Disability Adjudication Unit within 90 business days to let you know if your disability qualified.
If you are eligible, the caseworker will schedule a meeting with you to create a plan for how to best help you and let you know when you can expect your first payment. If you are in an emergency situation and you live in Ontario, you might be eligible for emergency assistance. If you are an adult and you are temporarily responsible for the care of a child who is in financial need, you may be eligible for temporary care assistance on their behalf.
If you are a parent caring for a child with a severe disability, you may be able to receive financial support through the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities ACSD Program. This program provides financial support for low-income to moderate-income families to cover some of the extra costs of caring for a child who has a severe disability.
You have the right to request access to your personal information and ask us to correct mistakes in your personal information. We encourage you to use our Online Form to report a suspected case of fraud.
Health and safety notice To help ensure the health and safety of clients and staff, we are asking that clients do not visit Ontario Works or ODSP local offices at this time. We're improving service for social assistance recipients in Ontario.
Customer Service Excellence How are we doing? Find Benefit Programs Find out about Ontario benefit programs you may be eligible for. Prescription drug coverage: for drugs prescribed by an approved health care professional or included in the Ontario Drug Formulary. Dental coverage for children: Enrolment in Healthy Smiles Ontario for children under Coverage includes teeth cleaning, check-ups and dental treatment. Diabetic or Surgical supplies and dressings: syringes, blood glucose monitors etc.
Eye examinations: Routine eye exams once every 24 months for those between ages Ontario residents that are in an emergency or crisis can apply for emergency benefits that covers things like food and housing. The amount you can get varies depending on your specific circumstances but it will not exceed the financial assistance you would get with Ontario Works. You can learn more about the program here. As mentioned earlier, the OW amount you can receive depends on your family size, housing cost, income, and assets.
The monthly shelter allowance that you get is the higher of the maximum allowance for your family size and your actual housing costs. Related: Minimum Wage in Ontario. You can check here for a summary of Ontario Works rates and how much you can expect you receive based on your personal situation.
The asset limits are based on family size:. Ontario works application can be submitted online and it takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete. You will need to provide your personal information such as names, address, total monthly income and expenses, child-care costs and so on.
Other information and documents you will need to provide for yourself and family members include social insurance numbers SINs , birth certificates, OHIP cards, tax returns, banking information and so on. An Ontario Works caseworker at a local office will be in touch within four 4 business days to schedule an appointment with you to verify your information.
Additional documents like utility bills may be requested. Also, applicants are required to sign a consent form to allow Ontario Works access or request information from other government bodies or organizations like Employment Insurance , TransUnion Canada etc. If approved, your caseworker will let you know how much you can receive from Ontario Works and when the payments will start. Your total income for a month will be used to calculate how much you can receive for the following month.
You can apply for Ontario Works benefits online. To complete the minutes application, you will need to provide your social insurance numbers SIN , banking information, and details from your Ontario health insurance plan, tax returns, pay stubs, birth certificates, and immigration papers if applicable. After submitting your application, a caseworker will contact you to review your information and request additional documentation, if needed.
You can also apply by calling or toll-free or TTY from am to 5pm Monday through Friday. If your application is denied, you can request an internal review within 30 days of receiving the decision. If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the internal review, you can make an appeal to the Social Benefits Tribunal. The amount of Ontario Works benefit you receive depends on your family size, income, assets, and shelter costs. A shelter benefit can cover your rent, mortgage payments, taxes, insurance premiums, utilities, and other eligible housing costs.
Depending on your living situation, you may qualify for a board and lodging allowance instead of basic needs and shelter. The rates for board and lodging are:. You are required to report your income earnings every month while receiving financial assistance. Ontario Works welfare payments are paid by direct deposit on the last business day of the month.
Cheques sent by mail may arrive on different dates depending on Canada Post. Your cheque is dated on the same day that direct deposit payments occur. Sign up now to join thousands of other visitors who receive our bi-weekly newsletter and latest personal finance tips.
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