How To | Apply For Hidden Benefits From Odsp

Here’s a helpful, practical post on applying for “hidden” or less-known benefits available to ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) recipients. How to Apply for Hidden Benefits from ODSP (That Workers Don’t Always Tell You About)

What it covers: Diabetic supplies, surgical supplies, incontinence products, special footwear, or assistive devices not fully covered elsewhere. How to apply: Get a doctor’s note explaining the medical need. Submit an MSN request form to your worker. Keep copies. If denied, appeal within 30 days. how to apply for hidden benefits from odsp

Call Legal Aid Ontario’s ODSP hotline: 1-800-668-8258. Would you like a printable checklist version of these benefits to bring to your caseworker? Here’s a helpful, practical post on applying for

What it covers: Moving costs, basic furniture, kitchen items, even utility hookups when starting a new tenancy. How to apply: You usually need an eviction notice or proof you’re leaving a shelter/hospital/unsafe housing. Ask for the Discretionary Benefits form. Provide landlord contact info and a moving quote. Submit an MSN request form to your worker

What it covers: Emergency dental, pest control, furnace repair, winter boots, school supplies for kids. How to apply: Call your municipal social services (not ODSP central). Search “[your city] discretionary benefits ODSP.” Often requires a quote and a short written explanation.