NOTICE TO CLIENTS DURING THE CURRENT COVID-19 SITUATION
As the impact of the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve we want to let you know that we are working to maintain the Incontinence Supplies Grant Program and keep our team and the community safe. As per recommendations from the Public Health Agency and the Government of Canada, we have been required to make changes to our processes. Please note we will be continuing to process applications and reviews as they are submitted, however there will be delays and we appreciate your understanding.
At this time we will be responding to urgent inquires only. If your question is urgent please call 416.510.5074 and leave a message including your child’s file number or health card number and your question, or send an email to igprogram@easterseals.org. Any non urgent messages will be responded to at a later date.
Please review the web site, which will provide you with all the program information and answer any questions.
Moving forward if you are submitting an application or review to the program please do so electronically by email igprogram@easterseals.org or fax 416.696.1035 and keep your copy.
Providing families with the best possible support is our priority and we appreciate your cooperation during this time.
The Incontinence Supplies Grant is an annual grant, made in two payments, provided to families to offset some of the costs for diapers and certain supplies for incontinence.
Easter Seals Ontario administers the Incontinence Supplies Grant Program for the Ministry of Health. This program is fully funded by the Ministry of Health and follows their criteria.
The Incontinence Supplies Program is for children and youth who:
- are residents of Ontario between the ages of 3 to 18 years
- have a valid Ontario Health Card
- have a chronic disability (physical or developmental) that results in irreversible incontinence or retention problems, that is lasting longer than six months and require the use of incontinence supplies
Incontinence means loss of bladder or bowel control.
Incontinence supplies include diapers, pull ups, attends, swimmers and catheters including straight, foley and drainage bags.
The grant does NOT cover gloves, wipes, creams, clothing, bed linens, laundry detergent.
Who is Eligible
The Incontinence Supplies Grant program is for children and youth who:
- are residents of Ontario between the ages of 3 to 18 years
- have a valid Ontario Health Card
- have a chronic disability (physical or developmental) that results in irreversible incontinence or retention problems lasting longer than six months and require the use of incontinence supplies
Exceptions:
- Children under the age of 3 may be eligible if they have a medical condition which results in the use of catheters (e.g. Spina Bifida) or specialized diapers (e.g. Prune Belly or Vesicostomy
Who can not apply?
The program is not for children or youth who are:
- Bedwetting (Enuresis), usually occurring at night or during daytime naps
- Stool soiling (Encopresis) without an underlying medical condition as stated in criteria
- Children whose health coverage is through the Interim Federal Health Program
- Residing in acute/chronic care hospitals or Ministry of Community and Social Services (MCSS) residential facility
- Covered under the Workplace & Insurance Board (WSIB) for a work related injury
Incontinence Supplies Grant Application
To apply for the Incontinence Supplies Grant Program, please fill out and submit the Incontinence Supplies Grant Application form.
You can find more information about the Incontinence Supplies Grant on these pages:
How to Apply
Grant Levels and Payments
What is a Review?
Where Can I Buy Diapers?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Top Up Grant Program
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