Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Northern Ontario, North Bay, Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Program

Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Northern Ontario

Site: North Bay

Service: Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Program

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Record #: NPS0005

Last Modified: 13 Jul 2018

Last Full Update: 13 Jul 2018

Description & Services
Description (Service)	Provides financial assistance and benefits (drug, dental, hearing aids, glasses) for families of children with one or more permanent functional disabilities Enables a child to live as normal a life as possible at home and in the community
Hours	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm
Areas Served	Cochrane District ; Muskoka District ; Nipissing District ; Parry Sound District ; Timiskaming District
Boundaries	Includes eastern part of Kenora District along Hudson and James Bay coastline
Eligibility	Ages: 18 year(s) and under Children who are severely disabled with a permanent functional loss in one or more areas of development Must reside at home with their parents/caregivers Monthly benefit is determined by the extraordinary expenses directly related to the child's disability and the gross family income Medical travel expenses not covered by the Northern Travel Grant may be allowable
Application	Call the office for application forms and there will be a follow up visit Individuals in this area can also apply online If they have technical difficulties, they can contact Service Ontario at 1-855-231-1255
Languages	English ; French ; Interpretive Services - Available upon request
Fees	None
Contact Information
Office Phone	705-474-3540
Toll Free Phone	1-800-461-6977
TTY Phone	705-474-7665
Fax	705-474-3830
Website	www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/specialneeds/disabilities.aspx
Located In Community	North Bay
Address	621 Main St W North Bay, ON P1B 2V6 View Google Map
Intersection	Main St W and Murray St
Physical Access	Fully Accessible
Other Details
Legal Status	(30) Provincial Government
Funding	Provincial - Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services