Finance

Living on ODSP in 2025 is challenging, with $1,368 a month falling short of Ontario’s rising costs. This post shares practical budgeting tips, community resources, and strategies to stretch your income while highlighting advocacy efforts for higher ODSP rates.

ODSP’s Extended Health Benefit (EHB) helps you keep vital health coverage—even if your income goes over ODSP limits. From drug, dental, and vision care to mobility device repairs and diabetic supplies, this blog explains who qualifies and how EHB can support your health while you work.

ODSP offers personalized employment supports to help individuals with disabilities find and keep meaningful work. From job coaching and self-employment help to milestone payments and retention bonuses, this blog explains how ODSP can support your career goals and financial independence.

Worried that working might affect your ODSP? Good news—new guidelines let you earn up to \$1,000/month with no deductions, plus keep part of any income above that. This post breaks down income rules, work benefits, and job supports so you can earn money *and* keep your support.

Understanding your rights and responsibilities under ODSP is key to maintaining your support. This blog covers what you’re entitled to—like meetings, written decisions, and health benefits—as well as what you must report to stay eligible and avoid overpayments. Stay informed and in control.

ODSP helps individuals with disabilities cover basic living costs through monthly payments for food, housing, and personal needs. This post breaks down how support is calculated, extra benefits for remote communities, and health-related coverage like meds, dental, and vision care.

Confused about who qualifies for ODSP? This blog breaks down eligibility rules, income and asset limits, and common exemptions like RDSPs and gifts. Learn how to apply, what to report, and how to protect your benefits—so you can access the support you deserve with confidence.

ODSP just got a boost! As of July 2025, monthly rates have increased by 2.8%, bringing total increases to 20% since 2022. This blog breaks down what that means for your payments, how to apply, and the employment supports available to help you live with more stability and independence.

Waiting for disability funding in Ontario can take months, leaving many without the support they urgently need. This blog post breaks down why these delays happen and offers practical tips—like keeping records, following up, and exploring other resources—to help you stay proactive and prepared.

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Understanding How Employment and Self-Employment Affect Your Ontario Works Benefits This article does not provide legal, or any...

How Employment and Self-Employment Affect Your ODSP Benefits and Income Support This article does not provide legal, or any professional...

Exploring Additional ODSP Benefits for Employment, Health, and Daily Living Support   If you're receiving support through the Ontario...

Exploring Extra Benefits Through Ontario Works for Health, Employment, and Housing Support  If you're receiving financial assistance...

Essential Support for Parents and Caregivers of Children with Disabilities Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with a disability?...

Understanding Eligibility, Application, and Claiming Your Tax Credit   If you or a loved one is living with a disability, you may be...