Direct Funding
The Direct Funding Program enables adults with physical disabilities to become employers of thier own attendants. Attendants assist with the routine activities of daily living.
Program Overview:
- Be an employer of your own staff
- Receive monthly funds to manage expenses and work within a budget developed on an individual basis
- Hire who you want to care for you
- Schedule attendants to meet your needs
- Live where you like (Ontario only)
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be 16+ years of age
- Be an Ontario Resident
- Require attendant services due to a permanent disability
- Your attendant service needs have been stable for a minimum of one (1) year
- Ability to schedule attendants and make alternate arrangements
- Capability of recruiting, hiring, training and managing attendant workers
- Capability to understand and carry out the responsibilities as an employer
- Capability to manage and account for expenditures of granted funds
Please contact us directly for conclusive information about the application process.
Responsibilities of a Successful Candidate:
- Undertaking all of the functions and possible risks of being an employer
- Managing all of the responsibilities yourself
- Reporting quarterly on all expenses
- Being a fair and honest employer
- Following all Revenue Canada, Employment Standards and Human Rights governing the employment relationship
You can download an application to this provincial program below. It is recommended that you download the guide as well. These documents are also available in our office, by appointment.
Contact Us:
To apply or for more information about the Direct Funding Program, contact us directly:
Email:
DF is Funded By:
Ministry of Health
