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Organization: Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services - Owen Sound Area Office - Special Needs Program  
Phone Numbers: 519-376-1951
Toll-Free: 1-800-265-3790 ext 247
Teletype: 519-376-3307
Fax: 519-376-4544
Website: www.ontario.ca/page/children-special-needs
Address:
1400 1st Ave W
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6Z9
Intersection: 14th St W and 1st Ave W
Location: North Grey
Accessibility:     Wheelchair Accessible
Contacts: Tracey Hertel - Special Agreements Officer
Service Description: Provides financial assistance to families with children with disabilities

Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) - Monthly benefit to help offset the extra costs of significant special needs for children with severe disabilities, under 18 years, who live at home with a parent or legal guardian * eligibility and level of assistance is based on family income

Special Services at Home (SSAH) - Time-limited support to families caring for children under 18 with physical or developmental disabilities to help meet the costs related to personal development and growth and family relief and support
Fees: Free
Application: Medical and income documentation required
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Ontario residents who meet financial and other eligibility requirements
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: Grey and Bruce
See Also: Children and Youth with Disabilities
Financial Assistance for Children and Families
Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities

This information was last completely updated on 3/20/2024

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