SSAH Funding

What is SSAH funding?

The Special Service at Home (SSAH) funding program is a reimbursement program that helps families who are living in Ontario and caring for a child with a developmental and/or physical disability. To be eligible, the child must not be receiving support from a residential program. The program allows families to more easily access special services and is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS).

What can the funding be used for?

SSAH can be used to help the child access services that assist with personal development, skill building, and participation in the community. It can also be used to hire a support worker and for temporary respite to provide relief for families. The ministry recently expanded the list of eligible expenses in response to COVID-19. See the full list here.

How do I apply?

If you think you may be eligible for SSAH funding, please visit MCCSS’s SSAH information page for details on how to apply.

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Managing SSAH Funding With MyDirectPlan

Anyone who has been approved for SSAH funding can create a free MyDirectPlan account with tons of great features.

Submit expenses electronically for approval
Submit expenses via your smart phone or tablet with our free mobile app
Keep track of your SSAH funding budget and view used and remaining funds
Have all your workers review and approve their hours online
Manage both SSAH and Passport funding with multiple recipients in one account
Stay on top of your funding and personal finances with our budgeting tool
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Resources

How can I spend my funding?

To register for activities, programs and supports across Ontario, visit

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SSAH Funding

Locate Your Regional Office by Area

Managing SSAH Funding With MyDirectPlan

Submit expenses electronically for approval

Submit expenses via your smart phone or tablet with our free mobile app

Keep track of your SSAH funding budget and view used and remaining funds

Have all your workers review and approve their hours online

Manage both SSAH and Passport funding with multiple recipients in one account

Stay on top of your funding and personal finances with our budgeting tool

Expense attachments are supported in pdf, jpg, jpeg, gif, tif, and png forms

Resources

Respite Services

Services and Benefits

Calming Strategies for Children and Youth

Exploring Funding Supports

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Important Changes to SSAH and Passport Guidelines – Effective April 1, 2023