Program: Special Supports Program
Organization: Hamilton (City of)
Social Services
Phone Numbers: 905-546-2590
Fax: 905-546-2476
Email: support@hamilton.ca
Website: www.hamilton.ca/specialsupports
Address:
1550 Upper James St, Unit 14A
Hamilton, ON
L9B 2L6
Intersection: Upper James St and Rymal Rd W
Location: Hamilton (Mewbum)
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Service Description: Financial assistance for health-related equipment and needs * provided funding for devices and services such as:
  • diabetic and medical supplies
  • bathroom assistive devices
  • mobility aids
  • incontinence supplies
  • medical taxi transportation
  • eye glasses



Application: Ontario Works (OW), Ontario Disability Support (ODSP) recipients and low income families and adults who have an email address may apply online https://specialsupportsbenefits.hamilton.ca/ * OW and ODSP recipients can also be referred by their case manager
Low income residents and OW and ODSP recipients who do not have an email can apply using a paper application available online or by calling 905-546-2590
Eligibility / Target Population: Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients * low-income families and adults who do not receive OW or ODSP benefits
Languages: English
Language Notes: Phone translation available in 149 languages
Area Served: City of Hamilton
See Also: Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance for People with Disabilities
Last Updated: 10/9/2024
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=181083

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