Overview

The Assistive Devices Program (ADP) helps people with long-term physical disabilities pay for customized equipment, like wheelchairs and hearing aids.

The ADP also helps cover the cost of specialized supplies, such as those used with ostomies.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must:

  • be an Ontario resident
  • have a valid Ontario health card
  • have a disability requiring the equipment or supplies for 6 months or longer

We do not consider your income.

Who does not qualify

You do not qualify for the ADP if you:

  • already qualify for or are receiving financial support for the same equipment or supplies from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
  • are a Group “A” veteran and already qualify for or are receiving financial support from Veterans Affairs Canada for the same equipment or supplies

How to apply

Find out more about how to qualify, apply and find a vendor for these types of equipment and supplies:

How much is covered

For funded equipment

In most circumstances, if you are purchasing ADP-funded equipment, the business that sells the device to you will bill the ADP directly for 75% of the cost, and you will pay the remaining 25% of the cost.

If you are receiving financial support from one of the following programs, the business that sells the device to you will bill the ADP directly for 100% of the cost of your equipment:

For supplies

If you are receiving an ADP funding grant for supplies, you will receive one or more payment(s) throughout the year to help cover the cost of your supply purchases.

Types of equipment and supplies not covered

We do not cover some equipment and supplies that you may use, including:

  • air conditioners
  • air purifiers
  • automobile modifications
  • bath and shower aids (for example, benches, chairs, bath lifts)
  • batteries (even for equipment originally purchased through ADP)
  • blood-pressure monitoring/measuring devices
  • cellphones, including smartphones
  • chair lifts, or any lifting devices
  • commodes or commode chairs
  • dialysis equipment
  • diapers
  • grab-bars
  • home renovations (including ramps, porch lifts, etc.)
  • hospital beds and mattresses
  • implants
  • incontinence supplies
  • life-alert systems
  • light-therapy equipment
  • raised toilet seats
  • smoke detectors and fire alarms
  • stair lifts
  • urinary catheters
  • wigs

Follow the links in the “How to apply” section above for more details on equipment and supplies that the ADP does not fund.

Repairs and replacements

The ADP does not cover repair costs. You must pay those costs yourself. Care and maintenance of the equipment is your responsibility.

If you need to replace your equipment, we may contribute to the cost if your condition changes or your equipment is no longer under warranty and cannot be repaired at a reasonable cost.

Other organizations that help

If you can’t afford to pay your share of the cost, you can contact one of the following volunteer and charity organizations about additional support: