I don't have Passport funding

If you are an adult with a developmental disability, you may qualify for Passport program funding.

What is the Passport program?

The Passport program, funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS), helps adults with a developmental disability be involved in their communities and live as independently as possible by providing funding for community participation services and supports, activities of daily living and person-directed planning. The program also provides funding for caregiver respite services and supports for primary caregivers of an adult with a developmental disability.

Why should you apply?

If you are eligible for adult developmental services, you would also be eligible for Passport funding in the amount of $5,500 a year. This funding can help you participate in community services and supports, daily living activities, and person-directed planning. It can help you become more involved in your community and live more independently.

What is Developmental Services Ontario (DSO)?

Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) is the access point for adult developmental services funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) in Ontario. There are nine DSO locations across the province.

People with developmental disabilities rely on various developmental services throughout their childhood including Special Services at Home, Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities, and services through the Ontario Autism Program during childhood. But when they turn 18, those services end.

This means that you must apply through DSO to see if you are eligible to receive adult MCCSS funded supports available in your community.

When you connect with your area DSO they will help you:

  • understand and complete the application process
  • determine the kind of services and supports you need
  • get access to MCCSS funded services and supports that you need when a spot is available
  • find information in your community

How do I apply?

To connect to services in your area including Passport funding, you must first connect with Developmental Services Ontario (DSO). Please visit dsontario.ca or click here to find your area DSO.


Need more information?

To find out what services are available in your area, connect with Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) by calling 2-1-1, visiting dsontario.ca or click here to find your area DSO.