Understanding and Maximizing

OAP Funding

Jamie Read

Service Navigator Team Lead

Agenda

bull Understanding the OAP

bull Understanding the OAP funding

ndash What is eligible and ineligible

ndash Why you may want to access services

ndash Who you can purchase services from

bull Additional Funding Options

The History of the OAP

ABA vs IBI

bull 2 support streams depending on diagnosis

bull Applied Behaviour Analysis

bull Intensive Behaviour Intervention

Ontario Autism

Program

bull Any child with a diagnosis could access supports by contacting Single Point of Access (Kinark)

bull Intensity of support would vary

OAP Childhood

Budget

bull Any child under 18 with a diagnosis of ASD entitled to a lsquoChildhood Budgetrsquo

New Needs-Based OAP

bull Moving towards

implementation of Needs-

Based Autism Program

bull OAP Advisory Panel

recently made their

recommendations for a

new needs-based program

bull The full report is available

online

Agenda

bull Understanding the OAP

bull Understanding the OAP funding

ndash What is eligible and ineligible

ndash Why you may want to access services

ndash Who you can purchase services from

bull Additional Funding Options

The History of the OAP

ABA vs IBI

bull 2 support streams depending on diagnosis

bull Applied Behaviour Analysis

bull Intensive Behaviour Intervention

Ontario Autism

Program

bull Any child with a diagnosis could access supports by contacting Single Point of Access (Kinark)

bull Intensity of support would vary

OAP Childhood

Budget

bull Any child under 18 with a diagnosis of ASD entitled to a lsquoChildhood Budgetrsquo

New Needs-Based OAP

bull Moving towards

implementation of Needs-

Based Autism Program

bull OAP Advisory Panel

recently made their

recommendations for a

new needs-based program

bull The full report is available

online

The History of the OAP

ABA vs IBI

bull 2 support streams depending on diagnosis

bull Applied Behaviour Analysis

bull Intensive Behaviour Intervention

Ontario Autism

Program

bull Any child with a diagnosis could access supports by contacting Single Point of Access (Kinark)

bull Intensity of support would vary

OAP Childhood

Budget

bull Any child under 18 with a diagnosis of ASD entitled to a lsquoChildhood Budgetrsquo

New Needs-Based OAP

bull Moving towards

implementation of Needs-

Based Autism Program

bull OAP Advisory Panel

recently made their

recommendations for a

new needs-based program

bull The full report is available

online

New Needs-Based OAP

bull Moving towards

implementation of Needs-

Based Autism Program

bull OAP Advisory Panel

recently made their

recommendations for a

new needs-based program

bull The full report is available

online

Understanding the OAP

Apply for the Ontario

Autism Program

Wait for Application in the mail from the Ministry

Complete Online

Application

Receive One-time Funding

bull New to the OAP

ndash Contact the Central Intake and Registration Team

bull 1-888-444-4530

bull oapOntarioca

OAP Interim One-Time

Fundingbull No longer referred to as lsquoChildhood Budgetrsquo

bull Provide families of autistic children and youth with direct

funding to spend on eligible services of their choice

bull Available for all children with a diagnosis of autism up to

age 18

bull Children under the age of six are eligible for up to

$20000 annually

bull Children and youth aged six and older are eligible for up

to $5000 annually

New Family to the OAP

bull Must apply by either

1 Connecting with the

Central Intake and

Registration Team

2 Completing the OAP

Registration Form

available online

OAP Interim One-Time

Fundingbull No longer referred to as lsquoChildhood Budgetrsquo

bull Provide families of autistic children and youth with direct

funding to spend on eligible services of their choice

bull Available for all children with a diagnosis of autism up to

age 18

bull Children under the age of six are eligible for up to

$20000 annually

bull Children and youth aged six and older are eligible for up

to $5000 annually

New Family to the OAP

bull Must apply by either

1 Connecting with the

Central Intake and

Registration Team

2 Completing the OAP

Registration Form

available online

New Family to the OAP

bull Must apply by either

1 Connecting with the

Central Intake and

Registration Team

2 Completing the OAP

Registration Form

available online

Family Waiting

How do I Applybull You must have received an lsquoOAP Childhood

Budget Informationrsquo Form with your OAP

Reference Number

bull Upon receiving the letter you can then complete

the lsquoChildhood Budget Formrsquo

After you receive the letter

OAP Childhood Budget

Information Letter

Childhood

Budget Form

NEED THIS BEFORE APPLYING

Am I on the List

Registered before

Apr 1 2019

Contact the previous Single Point of Access (Kinark Child

and Family Services)

1-888-454-6275

Registered after

Apr 1 2019

Contact the Central Intake and Registration Team

1-888-444-4530

oapOntariocom

When contacting ensure that your information on file

(ie address contact info etchellip) is up-to-date

Eligible amp Ineligible Expenseswwwontariocaautism

Eligible Expenses

bull Evidence Based Behavioural

Services

bull Additional Autism Supports

bull Speech and Language

Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy

bull Respite

bull Family Service Planning and

Support

bull Travel

bull Technology

bull Equipment and Materials

Ineligible Expenses

bull Fees for therapiesspecialized

services not identified as eligible

bull Housing and household items or

services

bull Indirect respite services and supports

bull Vitamins medical supplies orthotics

supplements incontinence supplies

special diets groceries etc

bull Any servicessupports delivered by a

primary caregiver or a child under the

age of 18 years

bull Cancellation fees for missed or

cancelled sessions

Am I on the List

Registered before

Apr 1 2019

Contact the previous Single Point of Access (Kinark Child

and Family Services)

1-888-454-6275

Registered after

Apr 1 2019

Contact the Central Intake and Registration Team

1-888-444-4530

oapOntariocom

When contacting ensure that your information on file

(ie address contact info etchellip) is up-to-date

Eligible amp Ineligible Expenseswwwontariocaautism

Eligible Expenses

bull Evidence Based Behavioural

Services

bull Additional Autism Supports

bull Speech and Language

Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy

bull Respite

bull Family Service Planning and

Support

bull Travel

bull Technology

bull Equipment and Materials

Ineligible Expenses

bull Fees for therapiesspecialized

services not identified as eligible

bull Housing and household items or

services

bull Indirect respite services and supports

bull Vitamins medical supplies orthotics

supplements incontinence supplies

special diets groceries etc

bull Any servicessupports delivered by a

primary caregiver or a child under the

age of 18 years

bull Cancellation fees for missed or

cancelled sessions

Eligible amp Ineligible Expenseswwwontariocaautism

Eligible Expenses

bull Evidence Based Behavioural

Services

bull Additional Autism Supports

bull Speech and Language

Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy

bull Respite

bull Family Service Planning and

Support

bull Travel

bull Technology

bull Equipment and Materials

Ineligible Expenses

bull Fees for therapiesspecialized

services not identified as eligible

bull Housing and household items or

services

bull Indirect respite services and supports

bull Vitamins medical supplies orthotics

supplements incontinence supplies

special diets groceries etc

bull Any servicessupports delivered by a

primary caregiver or a child under the

age of 18 years

bull Cancellation fees for missed or

cancelled sessions

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Behavioural assessment of a childrsquos current

strengths and needs to support treatment

planning setting goals and identifying strategies

for a child

bull Evidence-based behavioural services (based

on ABA)

bull A consultation with primary caregivers or

other relevant professionals involved with a child

or youth

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Evidence-based

bull There is strong scientific research that proves the service

is effective

bull Clinical team recommends the service as appropriate for

your child

bull Behavioural Services

bull Services that teach your child or youth skills that will help

them participate at home at school and in the community

bull Services that help to discourage behaviours that interfere

with learning and wellbeing

bull Applied Behavioural Analysis

bull An applied science based on the principles of learning

and behavior that is supported by scientific knowledge

standards and research

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Services

bull Help to identify strengthrsquos and

needs

bull Treatment based on scientific

principles of ABA

bull Can assist in improving social

and communication skills

regulating emotions andor

increasing independence

Why access

Behavioural

Services

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Behaviour clinicians who deliver evidence-based services must

be supervised by a clinical supervisor who meets or is working

towards the Ontario Autism Programrsquos qualification

requirements

ndash To use funding to buy services from a clinical supervisor not on

the provider list the clinical supervisor must give you a signed

copy of the attestation form before you receive services

ndash Ontario Autism Program Provider List

bull Local Behavioural service options

ndash Tri-County Community Support Services

ndash Kinark Children and Youth

ndash On Solid Ground Behaviour Solutions

ndash New Beginnings

ndash School Supports

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Evidence-based

bull There is strong scientific research that proves the service

is effective

bull Clinical team recommends the service as appropriate for

your child

bull Behavioural Services

bull Services that teach your child or youth skills that will help

them participate at home at school and in the community

bull Services that help to discourage behaviours that interfere

with learning and wellbeing

bull Applied Behavioural Analysis

bull An applied science based on the principles of learning

and behavior that is supported by scientific knowledge

standards and research

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Services

bull Help to identify strengthrsquos and

needs

bull Treatment based on scientific

principles of ABA

bull Can assist in improving social

and communication skills

regulating emotions andor

increasing independence

Why access

Behavioural

Services

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Behaviour clinicians who deliver evidence-based services must

be supervised by a clinical supervisor who meets or is working

towards the Ontario Autism Programrsquos qualification

requirements

ndash To use funding to buy services from a clinical supervisor not on

the provider list the clinical supervisor must give you a signed

copy of the attestation form before you receive services

ndash Ontario Autism Program Provider List

bull Local Behavioural service options

ndash Tri-County Community Support Services

ndash Kinark Children and Youth

ndash On Solid Ground Behaviour Solutions

ndash New Beginnings

ndash School Supports

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Services

bull Help to identify strengthrsquos and

needs

bull Treatment based on scientific

principles of ABA

bull Can assist in improving social

and communication skills

regulating emotions andor

increasing independence

Why access

Behavioural

Services

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Behaviour clinicians who deliver evidence-based services must

be supervised by a clinical supervisor who meets or is working

towards the Ontario Autism Programrsquos qualification

requirements

ndash To use funding to buy services from a clinical supervisor not on

the provider list the clinical supervisor must give you a signed

copy of the attestation form before you receive services

ndash Ontario Autism Program Provider List

bull Local Behavioural service options

ndash Tri-County Community Support Services

ndash Kinark Children and Youth

ndash On Solid Ground Behaviour Solutions

ndash New Beginnings

ndash School Supports

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Behaviour clinicians who deliver evidence-based services must

be supervised by a clinical supervisor who meets or is working

towards the Ontario Autism Programrsquos qualification

requirements

ndash To use funding to buy services from a clinical supervisor not on

the provider list the clinical supervisor must give you a signed

copy of the attestation form before you receive services

ndash Ontario Autism Program Provider List

bull Local Behavioural service options

ndash Tri-County Community Support Services

ndash Kinark Children and Youth

ndash On Solid Ground Behaviour Solutions

ndash New Beginnings

ndash School Supports

Evidence-Based Behavioural

Servicesbull Additional Resources

ndash Learn to be a Savvy Consumer of Autism Services What does

lsquoEvidence-Basedrsquo really mean

ndash Getting the Most out of your ABA Program

ndash Understanding Challenging Behaviour

Additional Autism Service

and Supportsbull Curriculum-based interventions with

standardized practice manuals based on the

principles of ABA

bull Life skills and social skills training programs

such as programming to facilitate social

interactions and communication with others

following social rules developing self-help skills

and promoting independence

bull Employment supports for youth preparing to

transition to adulthood

Additional Autism Service

and Supportsbull Parent and caregiver coaching and training to learn

behavior strategies to use with your child

bull Specialized autism school services that are not

delivered by publicly funded schools These services

must be autism specific individualized and based on the

principles of ABA

bull Fees to access a certified service or guide dog from

an accredited training facility such as an organization

that is a member of Assistance Dogs International or

school that is a member of the International Guide Dog

Federation This includes the one-time application fee

equipment fees or training costs

Additional Autism Service

and Supports

bull Support social development

bull Transition into adulthood

bull Daily living skills

bull Anxiety supports

Why access

Additional

Autism Services

and Supports

Additional Autism Services

and Supportsbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Additional autism services and supports on this list do not

require a clinical supervisor unless otherwise specified

ndash All curriculum-based interventions should be supervised by

certified experts and professionals related to those services

bull Local Services and Supports

ndash Kerryrsquos Place

ndash Kinark

ndash Snowflake Therapy

ndash Canadian Mental Health Association

ndash Employment Services

ndash New Beginnings

Additional Autism Service

and Supportsbull Parent and caregiver coaching and training to learn

behavior strategies to use with your child

bull Specialized autism school services that are not

delivered by publicly funded schools These services

must be autism specific individualized and based on the

principles of ABA

bull Fees to access a certified service or guide dog from

an accredited training facility such as an organization

that is a member of Assistance Dogs International or

school that is a member of the International Guide Dog

Federation This includes the one-time application fee

equipment fees or training costs

Additional Autism Service

and Supports

bull Support social development

bull Transition into adulthood

bull Daily living skills

bull Anxiety supports

Why access

Additional

Autism Services

and Supports

Additional Autism Services

and Supportsbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Additional autism services and supports on this list do not

require a clinical supervisor unless otherwise specified

ndash All curriculum-based interventions should be supervised by

certified experts and professionals related to those services

bull Local Services and Supports

ndash Kerryrsquos Place

ndash Kinark

ndash Snowflake Therapy

ndash Canadian Mental Health Association

ndash Employment Services

ndash New Beginnings

Additional Autism Service

and Supports

bull Support social development

bull Transition into adulthood

bull Daily living skills

bull Anxiety supports

Why access

Additional

Autism Services

and Supports

Additional Autism Services

and Supportsbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Additional autism services and supports on this list do not

require a clinical supervisor unless otherwise specified

ndash All curriculum-based interventions should be supervised by

certified experts and professionals related to those services

bull Local Services and Supports

ndash Kerryrsquos Place

ndash Kinark

ndash Snowflake Therapy

ndash Canadian Mental Health Association

ndash Employment Services

ndash New Beginnings

Additional Autism Services

and Supportsbull Who you can purchase from

ndash Additional autism services and supports on this list do not

require a clinical supervisor unless otherwise specified

ndash All curriculum-based interventions should be supervised by

certified experts and professionals related to those services

bull Local Services and Supports

ndash Kerryrsquos Place

ndash Kinark

ndash Snowflake Therapy

ndash Canadian Mental Health Association

ndash Employment Services

ndash New Beginnings

Additional Autism Services

and Supportsbull Additional Resources

ndash Autism Ontario Education Portal

ndash Social Skills

bull What to Look For when choosing a Social Skills Program

bull Social Thinking Teaching Social Competency

bull The Science of Making Friends

bull How to Build Social Skills in children with ASD

ndash Employment

bull Transitioning to Employment

bull Finding and Keeping Employment

bull Establishing Work Opportunities

bull Developing Job Skills

Other Therapies and

Specialized Servicesbull Services delivered by professionals who are

registered and licensed with the College These

services include

ndash Speech and Language pathology assessments

service delivery and consultation

ndash Occupational therapy assessments service delivery

and consultation

ndash Physiotherapy assessments service delivery and

consultation

Other Therapies and

Specialized Services

bull Address sensory issues

bull Improve communication skills

(expressive amp receptive)

bull Gross and Fine Motor

Challenges

Why access

other therapies

and specialized

services

Other Therapies and

Specialized Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash These services must be delivered by a registered and license

professional and can include assessments and consultations

bull Looking for an SLP

ndash Ontario Association of Speech and Language Pathologists and

Audiologists

ndash College of Audiologists and Speech and Language Pathologists

of Ontario

bull Looking for an OT

ndash College of Occupational Therapists

bull Looking for a Physiotherapist

ndash College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

bull Local therapies and specialized services

Other Therapies and

Specialized Services

bull Address sensory issues

bull Improve communication skills

(expressive amp receptive)

bull Gross and Fine Motor

Challenges

Why access

other therapies

and specialized

services

Other Therapies and

Specialized Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash These services must be delivered by a registered and license

professional and can include assessments and consultations

bull Looking for an SLP

ndash Ontario Association of Speech and Language Pathologists and

Audiologists

ndash College of Audiologists and Speech and Language Pathologists

of Ontario

bull Looking for an OT

ndash College of Occupational Therapists

bull Looking for a Physiotherapist

ndash College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

bull Local therapies and specialized services

Other Therapies and

Specialized Servicesbull Who you can purchase from

ndash These services must be delivered by a registered and license

professional and can include assessments and consultations

bull Looking for an SLP

ndash Ontario Association of Speech and Language Pathologists and

Audiologists

ndash College of Audiologists and Speech and Language Pathologists

of Ontario

bull Looking for an OT

ndash College of Occupational Therapists

bull Looking for a Physiotherapist

ndash College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

bull Local therapies and specialized services

Other Therapies and

Specialized Servicesbull Local therapies and specialized services

ndash Five Counties Childrenrsquos Centre

ndash Snowflake Therapy

ndash Blue Sky

ndash Miranda Hall

bull Additional Resourcesndash Physiotherapy What to Expect

ndash Speech and Language Therapists What to Expect

ndash Occupational Therapists What to Expect

Respite

bull Respite services to support families during the day

evening or weekend and can be provided in the family

home or outside the family home

bull Services can include supervising a child or youth or

providing supports with daily living activities such as

person care and taking a child out for an activity

bull Fees for community recreational activities and classes

cultural activities and camp programs that promote

independence and support the development of social

communication and life skills

ndash Includes sports activities arts and music programs

museums camp and autism specific programs

Respite

bull Improve social amp

communication skills

bull Parentcaregiver relief

bull Physical activity

bull Decrease anxietystress

Why access

respite services

Respite

bull Who you can purchase from

ndash Public and private organizations that serve children and youth

with special needs

ndash Family members neighbours and friends (note cannot be used

to compensate the primary caregiver)

bull Local respite options

ndash Respite Now

ndash Respite Services

Respite

bull Improve social amp

communication skills

bull Parentcaregiver relief

bull Physical activity

bull Decrease anxietystress

Why access

respite services

Respite

bull Who you can purchase from

ndash Public and private organizations that serve children and youth

with special needs

ndash Family members neighbours and friends (note cannot be used

to compensate the primary caregiver)

bull Local respite options

ndash Respite Now

ndash Respite Services

Respite

bull Who you can purchase from

ndash Public and private organizations that serve children and youth

with special needs

ndash Family members neighbours and friends (note cannot be used

to compensate the primary caregiver)

bull Local respite options

ndash Respite Now

ndash Respite Services

Family Service Planning and

Supportbull Interpretation and translation services to support

information sharing

bull Up to ten percent (10) of the annual Childhood

budget amount on individualize family service

planning and supportndash May include assisting families with navigating planning and

coordinating services for their child delegating budget

management responsibilities and managing administrative

supports

bull Administrative employer costs such as Canada Pension

Plan Contributions Employment Insurance Workplace

Safety and Insurance Board premiums

Family Service Planning and

Support

bull Additional support to manage

funds

Why access

Family Service

Planning and

Support

Family Service Planning and

Supportbull Local planning and support services

Travel

bull You can use funding for transportation costs within Ontario

bull Includes travel to a service provider paying a service

provider to get to you and travel costs to access autism-

specific training for caregivers or service providers

bull If you are unable to access service providers in your

community you may claim travel expenses for the most

practical and cost-effective method of receiving services

as close to home as possible

Travel

bull If you travel less than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 10 of the funding

bull Travel expenses may include bus or train fare parking

charges

bull $040 for every km you drive

bull If you travel more than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 20 of your funding

bull Travel expenses may include air fare bus or train fare

and parking charges

bull $041 for every km you drive

Travel

bull More service options

available in larger

communities (ie Durham

York Toronto)

Why access

travel support

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Family Service Planning and

Support

bull Additional support to manage

funds

Why access

Family Service

Planning and

Support

Family Service Planning and

Supportbull Local planning and support services

Travel

bull You can use funding for transportation costs within Ontario

bull Includes travel to a service provider paying a service

provider to get to you and travel costs to access autism-

specific training for caregivers or service providers

bull If you are unable to access service providers in your

community you may claim travel expenses for the most

practical and cost-effective method of receiving services

as close to home as possible

Travel

bull If you travel less than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 10 of the funding

bull Travel expenses may include bus or train fare parking

charges

bull $040 for every km you drive

bull If you travel more than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 20 of your funding

bull Travel expenses may include air fare bus or train fare

and parking charges

bull $041 for every km you drive

Travel

bull More service options

available in larger

communities (ie Durham

York Toronto)

Why access

travel support

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Family Service Planning and

Supportbull Local planning and support services

Travel

bull You can use funding for transportation costs within Ontario

bull Includes travel to a service provider paying a service

provider to get to you and travel costs to access autism-

specific training for caregivers or service providers

bull If you are unable to access service providers in your

community you may claim travel expenses for the most

practical and cost-effective method of receiving services

as close to home as possible

Travel

bull If you travel less than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 10 of the funding

bull Travel expenses may include bus or train fare parking

charges

bull $040 for every km you drive

bull If you travel more than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 20 of your funding

bull Travel expenses may include air fare bus or train fare

and parking charges

bull $041 for every km you drive

Travel

bull More service options

available in larger

communities (ie Durham

York Toronto)

Why access

travel support

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Travel

bull You can use funding for transportation costs within Ontario

bull Includes travel to a service provider paying a service

provider to get to you and travel costs to access autism-

specific training for caregivers or service providers

bull If you are unable to access service providers in your

community you may claim travel expenses for the most

practical and cost-effective method of receiving services

as close to home as possible

Travel

bull If you travel less than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 10 of the funding

bull Travel expenses may include bus or train fare parking

charges

bull $040 for every km you drive

bull If you travel more than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 20 of your funding

bull Travel expenses may include air fare bus or train fare

and parking charges

bull $041 for every km you drive

Travel

bull More service options

available in larger

communities (ie Durham

York Toronto)

Why access

travel support

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Travel

bull If you travel less than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 10 of the funding

bull Travel expenses may include bus or train fare parking

charges

bull $040 for every km you drive

bull If you travel more than 100 kilometres (one-way) you may

use up to 20 of your funding

bull Travel expenses may include air fare bus or train fare

and parking charges

bull $041 for every km you drive

Travel

bull More service options

available in larger

communities (ie Durham

York Toronto)

Why access

travel support

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Travel

bull More service options

available in larger

communities (ie Durham

York Toronto)

Why access

travel support

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Technology

bull One of the following can be purchased desktop

computer laptop computer touch-screen tablet or smart

phone to help your child reach his or her goals

bull Computer software or applications to support you childrsquos

goals

bull Before purchasing technology you should

ndash Consult a professional to help you choose the right technology

ndash Work with qualified professionals to develop a plan to implement

monitor and evaluate your childrsquos progress

ndash Determine if the technology can be purchase through other

funding programs or can be loaned to you

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Technology

bull Aid in communication skills

bull Aid in learning

bull Increased independence

Why access

technology

support

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Technology

bull Local options for technology

bull Additional Resources

ndash Augmentative and Alternative Communication Applications

ndash Autism Speaks

Equipment and materials related to

eligible services and supports

bull Program materials such as books visual timers

and curriculum assessment kits to help your

child reach his or her goals

bull Equipment that helps to support your child

such as protective equipment Kevlar sleeves

and augmentative communication devices

bull Additional Funding Options

Equipment and materials related to

eligible services and supports

bull Helps support childrsquos goals

bull Professionally recommended

bull More accessible than

programs

Why access

equipment and

materials

Equipment and materials related to

eligible services and supports

bull Local options for equipment and materials

ndash FDMT

ndash Flaghouse

ndash Kaydan Sensory

Equipment and materials related to

eligible services and supports

bull Helps support childrsquos goals

bull Professionally recommended

bull More accessible than

programs

Why access

equipment and

materials

Equipment and materials related to

eligible services and supports

bull Local options for equipment and materials

ndash FDMT

ndash Flaghouse

ndash Kaydan Sensory

Equipment and materials related to

eligible services and supports

bull Local options for equipment and materials

ndash FDMT

ndash Flaghouse

ndash Kaydan Sensory

Ineligible Expenses

bull Fees for other therapies or specialized services not

identified as an eligible expense

ndash Ex Nursing dieticians or massage therapy

bull Housing and home maintenance costs

ndash Ex Rent home renovations or modifications

housekeeping swimming pools hot tubs or playground

equipment

bull Household items and electronics such as furniture

musical instruments appliances or televisions

bull Services and supports that are not directly related to

your childrsquos care such as cleaning meal preparation

snow removal or caring for other family members

Ineligible Expenses

bull Personal or family vacations

bull Telephone or telecommunications such as home phone

service internet service or mobile phone services

bull Food including groceries and restaurant meals

bull Clothing and personal goods and services such as

toiletries spa treatments aesthetic or cosmetic services

bull Dental services

bull Vitamins medical supplies orthotics supplements

incontinence supplies or special diets

bull Supports and services already receive through ODSP such

as drug benefits or medical aids

bull Private school tuition and day care fees

bull Vehicle purchases leases or rentals

Ineligible Expenses

bull Website advertising costs associated with finding qualified

professionals

bull Investments including contributions to RRSP RDSP or

RESP

bull Ongoing costs for the care of certified service or guide

dogs including food treats toys veterinary care grooming

and fees for registering or purchasing a service dog from

an organization that is not a recognized accredited training

facility

bull Any services or support delivered by a child under 18 or a

primary caregiver

bull Fees for cancelled or missed services

Additional Funding Options

bull In addition to your OAP Funding you may

be able to access additional funding

options for support

bull Additional funding Resources

ndash lsquoMaking the Most of Funding Sourcersquo webinar

ndash Funding Sources

Ineligible Expenses

bull Personal or family vacations

bull Telephone or telecommunications such as home phone

service internet service or mobile phone services

bull Food including groceries and restaurant meals

bull Clothing and personal goods and services such as

toiletries spa treatments aesthetic or cosmetic services

bull Dental services

bull Vitamins medical supplies orthotics supplements

incontinence supplies or special diets

bull Supports and services already receive through ODSP such

as drug benefits or medical aids

bull Private school tuition and day care fees

bull Vehicle purchases leases or rentals

Ineligible Expenses

bull Website advertising costs associated with finding qualified

professionals

bull Investments including contributions to RRSP RDSP or

RESP

bull Ongoing costs for the care of certified service or guide

dogs including food treats toys veterinary care grooming

and fees for registering or purchasing a service dog from

an organization that is not a recognized accredited training

facility

bull Any services or support delivered by a child under 18 or a

primary caregiver

bull Fees for cancelled or missed services

Additional Funding Options

bull In addition to your OAP Funding you may

be able to access additional funding

options for support

bull Additional funding Resources

ndash lsquoMaking the Most of Funding Sourcersquo webinar

ndash Funding Sources

Ineligible Expenses

bull Website advertising costs associated with finding qualified

professionals

bull Investments including contributions to RRSP RDSP or

RESP

bull Ongoing costs for the care of certified service or guide

dogs including food treats toys veterinary care grooming

and fees for registering or purchasing a service dog from

an organization that is not a recognized accredited training

facility

bull Any services or support delivered by a child under 18 or a

primary caregiver

bull Fees for cancelled or missed services

Additional Funding Options

bull In addition to your OAP Funding you may

be able to access additional funding

options for support

bull Additional funding Resources

ndash lsquoMaking the Most of Funding Sourcersquo webinar

ndash Funding Sources

Additional Funding Options

bull In addition to your OAP Funding you may

be able to access additional funding

options for support

bull Additional funding Resources

ndash lsquoMaking the Most of Funding Sourcersquo webinar

ndash Funding Sources

Reconciliation of OAP

Funding

bull You will be provided an lsquoExpense formrsquo

with your lsquoAuthorization to Spend Letter

Autism Ontario

Autism Ontario

Quick Links

bull Ontario Autism Program

bull Autism Ontario

ndash Peterborough Chapter Events

ndash Peterborough Chapter E-news

ndash Service Navigation

Conclusion

bull Connect with your local Service Navigator

if you have further questions or want some

support with goal setting

bull If unsure if an expense is eligible ask

QUESTIONS

QUESTIONS