Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Northern Ontario - Thunder Bay - Special Services at Home Program

Program:	Thunder Bay - Special Services at Home Program

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

Phone Numbers:	807-475-1336

Toll-Free:	1-800-465-5561 Ext 1336

Teletype:	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

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 - Population(s) Served:	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


This information was last completely updated on: 7-26-2024

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