You are eligible to apply for the Passport program for adults with a developmental disability, if you (or the adult you are a caregiver for) are 18 years old or older, live in Ontario, and:
- need support to participate in the community while still in school
- have left school and are living either with family or independently in a supportive living arrangement
A developmental disability should be determined by a psychologist or psychological associate registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario or equivalent body in another province.
If you are a caregiver of an adult with a developmental disability, the Passport program can help you take a break from your caregiving responsibilities.
Developmental Services Ontario manages the application process for all provincially funded developmental services and supports for adults with a developmental disability in Ontario.
Read the DSO tip sheet to learn how Passport funding can be used.
Proof of residency in Province
For example:
- lease agreement
- rent receipt
- household bill
- gas
- electricity
- cable television
- telephone
- driver's license
- vehicle registration or car insurance
- membership in social or professional organization
- Other:
- bank information
- employment information
To access the Passport program for adults with developmental disability, you should contact Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) to apply for Passport funding. Your local DSO office will confirm if you are eligible to receive government-funded adult developmental services
You can also complete an application package to access additional developmental services and support, including funding above $5,500, up to a maximum of $44,275.