The Ontario Provincial government expanded the list of eligible expenses to support people and their families while community-based activities and settings are closed. These changes allow our clients to use their funding for technology and other items that may make it easier for them to stay at home during this time and practise physical distancing.
New eligible expenses include:
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Technology
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Laptops and tablet PCs
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Webcams and microphones
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Online and e-learning activities and resources
- E-readers (e.g. Kindle or Kobo)
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- Sensory Items, such as multi-sensory related products and technologies
This program is funded and managed by the Ministry of Community and Social Services.
The Ontario Provincial Government also supports for children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Eligible services include:
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Speech-language pathology services
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Family and caregiver training
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Technology aids such as computer, tablet or smart phone, software or applications