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Each program requires that an application is completed, and there may be a waitlist before funding becomes available. Below, you will find a list of programs and funding sources that may help.  \nNeed Help with Applications? These local service providers may be able to support you:  \nFirst Step: Register with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) through AccessOAP.  \n[https://accessoap.ca/](https://accessoap.ca/)  \n\n| Ontario Autism Program (OAP), Government of Ontario |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| • AccessOAP connects families to autism services and |  |\n| supports in Ontario\u003Cbr>• You must register your child to be considered for services, funding, and supports through the OAP andwill be added to the waitlist (the wait may be several years)\u003Cbr>• When registered, families may also receive:\u003Cbr>o Invitations to group programs (i.e. Entry to School)\u003Cbr>o Access to other supports (i.e. Urgent Response Program (URS))\u003Cbr>• Check your AccessOAP account and e-mail regularly for invitations from the OAP\u003Cbr>• Within your account:\u003Cbr>o Utilize the “messages” option | To Register:\u003Cbr>1. Visit the website: [https://portal.accessoap.ca/Account](https://portal.accessoap.ca/Account)[ ](https://portal.accessoap.ca/Account)and follow the prompts\u003Cbr>2. Register your child\u003Cbr>a. Sign in, select “Add a Child”, and complete the form\u003Cbr>b. Submit required documents:\u003Cbr>o Autism diagnosis letter\u003Cbr>o Child’s birth certificate or passport\u003Cbr>o Proof of Ontario address ([i.e. photo](i.e. photo) ID, school report card, or official letter with name and address) |\n| o You can check your application status |  |\n| Check Out the Autism Ontario video series for\u003Cbr>caregivers of newly diagnosed children and youth:\u003Cbr>[https://www.autismontario.com/programs-services/children](https://www.autismontario.com/programs-services/children)youth/new-diagnosis-resources | Call AccessOAP Care Coordinators\u003Cbr>1-833-425-2445\u003Cbr>with questions about the OAP waitlist or services |\n\nLooking for Further Support or Information?  \nConnect with our SmartStart Hub.  \n[https://quintehealth.ca/care-service/quinte-childrens-treatment-centre/smartstart-hub/](https://quintehealth.ca/care-service/quinte-childrens-treatment-centre/smartstart-hub/)  \nAutism Funding Tip Sheet  \nOther Funding Resources  \n\n| Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD), Government of Ontario |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| • Funding to help families with children and youth who have disabilities and who have a household income under $76,000 (check line 15000 on your CRA Notice of Assessment)\u003Cbr>• Families may receive $25-$665 each month to help with associated costs, dependent on household income\u003Cbr>• If your application is declined, you can appeal within 30 days | To Apply:\u003Cbr>c. Visit the website:\u003Cbr>[https://www.ontario.ca/page/assistance-children-severe](https://www.ontario.ca/page/assistance-children-severe)disabilities-program\u003Cbr>d. Gather all required documents to submit with application\u003Cbr>e. Fill out the online application form |\n| Disability Tax Credit (DTC), Government of Canada |  |\n| • The DTC is a tax credit that helps people with disabilities, or their caregivers, play less income tax\u003Cbr>• If the DTC is approved:\u003Cbr>o You may qualify for a top-up on your monthly Canada Child Benefit (CCB)\u003Cbr>o You can open a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) for your child/youth | To Apply:\u003Cbr>1. Visit the website: [https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue)agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-creditsdeductions-persons-disabilities/disability-tax-credit. html\u003Cbr>2. Have a medical doctor/nurse practitioner (or other qualified professional if identified) fill out the application ( [https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue)agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-creditsdeductions-persons-disabilit","cbCairYYvEjX0TZr","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairYYvEjX0TZr","pdf",140539,"English","# Autism Funding Tip Sheet\n## Ontario Autism Program (OAP)\n## SmartStart Hub and Application Help\n## Other Funding Resources\n## Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)\n## Disability Tax Credit (DTC)\n## Special Services at Home (SSAH)\n## Easter Seals Incontinence Grant (ES IG)","[{\"question\":\"What funding options are available after a child is diagnosed with ASD?\",\"answer\":\"The sheet lists multiple programs and funding sources, including Ontario Autism Program (OAP) for autism services and other provincial and federal supports such as ACSD, SSAH, and the Disability Tax Credit (DTC).\"},{\"question\":\"Why might families experience delays in receiving autism-related funding?\",\"answer\":\"Each program requires an application, and many programs have waitlists. 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