Disability Services in Hamilton
Browse 7 disability service organizations in Hamilton, Ontario. Find local support for autism, mental health, physical disabilities, and more.
Organizations in Hamilton
7 foundChronic Pain Network
1280 Main Street West, MDCL 2101
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Hamilton, Ontario. Provides employment support, job training.
Disability Justice Network of Ontario
423 King St E
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Hamilton, Ontario. Provides employment support, job training.
Goodwill Career Centre
225 King William St Suite 101
Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.
March of Dimes Canada Employment Services
1104 Fennell Ave E suite 217
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Hamilton, Ontario. Offers employment support, job training.
Shelter Health Network
370 Main St E
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Hamilton, Ontario. Offers employment support, job training.
The Career Foundation
110 James St S
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Hamilton, Ontario. Offers funding, grants, resources.
YMCA Employment Services
23 Main St E
Community-focused nonprofit established in 1844 with recreational programs & services for all ages.
Ontario Programs Available in Hamilton
Provincial programs that residents of Hamilton can access.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Single: up to $1,408/month (basic needs $809 + shelter $599); Single parent + 1 child: up to $2,036.91/month; Couple (1 disabled): up to $2,107/month; Couple (both disabled): capped at $2,370/month
Ontario's primary income support program for persons with disabilities. Provides monthly financial assistance, drug coverage, basic dental, eye exams and glasses every 3 years, and diabetic supplies. As of July 2025, rates increased 2.8%. Includes employment benefit of $100/month if working, with 75% of earnings over $1,000 deducted. Extended Health Benefits available if leaving ODSP. CDB is exempted from ODSP income calculations. A new simplified single online application covers both OW and ODSP.
Learn moreAssistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)
$25-$646/month depending on assessed needs
A provincial program providing monthly payments to help with the extra costs of caring for a child with a severe disability. Rate increased 2.8% in July 2025. Also covers assistive device assessments and device consumer contributions. CDB is exempted from ACSD calculations.
Learn moreOntario Autism Program (OAP)
Interim funding: $20,000/year (under 6), $5,000/year (6-18)
Ontario's program for children and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Registered through AccessOAP. Currently under an interim funding model with the government working toward a needs-based model using a Determination of Needs process (4-hour virtual interview). Services include ABA, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and mental health supports. Waitlists are significant, and families report costs of $26,000-$130,000/year for autism supports.
Learn moreSpecial Services at Home (SSAH)
Varies based on assessed needs
A needs-based funding program providing support for in-home and community services for persons with developmental or physical disabilities. Covers personal development and growth activities as well as respite care to give caregivers a break.
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