A practical guide to provincial and federal programs for developmental disabilities, autism, seniors aging at home, and Family Managed Home Care.
Understand which provincial and federal streams may apply to your care needs.
Gather assessments, receipts, forms, and supporting documents with clearer next steps.
Use approved funding to connect with care, respite, community, and home support services.
Developmental Disabilities
Ontario Health atHome (OHaH) - Provincial
Eligible individuals or their substitute decision-makers receive funding to hire and manage care providers directly, including PSWs, nurses, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists. The program offers flexibility in scheduling and provider choice, with monthly financial reporting to Ontario Health atHome. PrimePath Community Care is an approved FMHC provider.
Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) / MCCSS
Funding for adults 18+ with a developmental disability to participate in community life, activities of daily living, person-directed planning, and caregiver respite.
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Direct funding for families caring for a child or youth under 18 with a developmental or physical disability. Helps with personal growth, skill development, support workers, camps, recreation, and respite.
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Needs-based funding for children and youth under 18 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Families may use funding for ABA therapy, speech therapy, mental health services, social skills programs, and equipment.
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Ministry-contracted agency services including supported independent living, group homes, host family programs, adult protective services, day programs, and community participation.
MCCSS
Monthly income support plus drug, vision, and dental benefits for adults 18+ with a disability. ODSP can also act as a gateway to other funding streams.
Service Canada / ESDC - Federal
Federal monthly benefit for working-age adults with disabilities who qualify for the Disability Tax Credit. Designed to stack with provincial supports including ODSP and Passport.
MCCSS
Cross-sector support for individuals with developmental disabilities and complex mental health, behavioural, or medical needs.
Seniors Aging at Home
Ontario Health atHome (OHaH) - Provincial
Seniors assessed as needing home care services may access FMHC. Eligible seniors or their substitute decision-makers choose and manage their own care team, handling provider hiring, payroll, and Ontario Health atHome reporting.
Ontario Health atHome (OHaH)
Government-funded personal support, nursing, therapy, and homemaking through contracted agencies for eligible individuals assessed by an Ontario Health atHome care coordinator.
Ministry of Health
Prescription drug coverage for seniors 65+, including reduced co-payments for covered drugs and income-tested support through the Seniors Co-Payment Program.
Ontario Ministry of Finance
Refundable provincial tax credit of 25% of eligible home care expenses up to $6,000. Claimed through the annual Ontario tax return.
Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility
Community-based programs that support active, engaged aging through free or low-cost programming for older adults.
Employment and Social Development Canada
Federal funding supporting organizations that deliver volunteer-based in-home services to low-income and vulnerable seniors.
Cross-Population
Indigenous Services Canada - Federal
Ensures First Nations children have access to government-funded health, social, educational, developmental, and disability supports without gaps or delays.
Canada Revenue Agency
Non-refundable tax credit for individuals with a severe and prolonged impairment. It is also a gateway to the Canada Disability Benefit, RDSP, and other federal supports.
Canada Revenue Agency
Long-term savings plan for individuals eligible for the DTC. Government grants and bonds may be added based on family income.
Canada Revenue Agency
Federal and Ontario credit claimable on qualifying medical and disability-related expenses, including PSW services, adaptive devices, and home modifications.
Service Canada / ESDC
Employment Insurance benefits for family members who must take time off work to care for a critically ill or dying loved one.
Many families qualify for more than one program. PrimePath Community Care helps with Passport Funding navigation, FMHC guidance, application preparation, and connecting funding to practical care supports across Scarborough, Durham Region, Brampton, and the GTA.
Book a funding consultationInformation adapted from the provided funding guide. Funding amounts and eligibility criteria may change; confirm details with Ontario Health atHome, DSO, MCCSS, CRA, or Service Canada.