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<abbr>ADP</abbr> : Home Oxygen Program
Questions and answers concerning the Home Oxygen Program.
Source: Government of Ontario

A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario
A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario aims to bring together into one resource the wealth of programs and services provided to Ontario seniors by the government, as well as by community organizations and service providers.
Source: Government of Ontario. Ontario Seniors' Secretariat

Assistive Devices Program (Includes the home oxygen program)
This site by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care provides information on the Assistive Devices Program (<abbr title="Assistive Devices Program">ADP</abbr>) and the Home Oxygen Program (<abbr title=" Home Oxygen Program">HOP</abbr>). The objective of both programs is to financially assist Ontario residents with long term physical disabilities to obtain basic, competitively priced, personalized assistive devices.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care

Assistive Devices Program - All about the Program
The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care runs the Assistive Devices Program (ADP) to help people who have long-term physical disabilities get needed equipment and supplies.
Source: Government of Ontario.

Assistive Devices Program: Mobility Devices
This fact sheet offers information on mobility devices covered by the Assistive Devices Program, funded by the Government of Ontario.
Source: Government of Ontario

Categories of Assistive Devices Covered by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
This Web site lists the categories of assistive devices covered by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Complex Continuing Care Co-payment
Chronic care is provided in hospitals for people who have long-term illnesses or disabilities that cannot be treated at home or in long-term care facilities. Chronic care provides patients with room, board and other basic necessities in addition to medical care.
Source: Government of Ontario. Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

In-Home Services
This site outlines the in-home health services provided through Community Care Access Centres in Ontario.
Source: Government of Ontario

Ontario Partnership on Aging & Developmental Disabilities
<abbr>OPADD</abbr> mission is to ensure that the general and special needs of persons with a developmental disability who are aging, are identified and addressed effectively. That older adults with a developmental disability have the same rights to support and services as all older Ontarians.
Source: Ontario Partnership on Aging and Developmental Disabilities

Property Tax Relief for Low-Income Seniors and Low-Income Persons with Disabilities
Low-income seniors and low-income persons with disabilities who own residential property may be eligible to receive relief from property tax increases that resulted from assessment reform.

About Seniors' Health Issues
Information on federal and provincial programs and services available to seniors.
Source: Government of Canada,

Access to Travel
This site provides information on accessible transportation and travel across Canada. Its goal is to provide the information required to make travel easier and more enjoyable.
Source: Government of Canada. Transport Canada.

Accessible Housing by Design - Ramps
After reading this publication, you will understand how a ramp should be built, the materials that should be used and things to take into consideration before building a ramp on your home. 
Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Alzheimer Society of Canada
The latest information on Alzheimer Disease, related dementias, caregiving, support, research, treatment, and Alzheimer Society of Canada programs and services.
Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada

Canada Benefits
The Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all Government of Canada financial benefit programs for individuals.
Source: Government of Canada.

Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefits
The Canada Pension Plan pays a monthly benefit to people who have contributed to the Plan and who are disabled according to Canada Pension Plan legislation. It also pays monthly benefits for their dependent children. This site developed by Human Resources Development Canada explains how this program is administered.
Source: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)

Go for it: A guide to choosing and using assistive devices
A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it.
Source: Government of Canada. Health Canada.

Long Term Care
Canada's commitment to provide quality care to injured, disabled and aging Veterans is a long-standing priority. As a key pillar of this commitment, Veterans Affairs Canada has been a pioneering force in establishing, managing and supporting residential care facilities that address the evolving needs of Veterans and other seniors.
Source: Veterans Affairs Canada.

Persons with Disabilities Online
Persons with Disabilities Online provides access to multi-jurisdictional information and services for persons with disabilities, their family, their caregivers, and others with interest in disabilities.
Source: Government of Canada.

Persons with Disabilities Online : I am a Service Provider
The following is a collection of links to services and information useful for service providers.
Source: Service Canada

Persons with Disabilities Online: I am a Caregiver or Family Member
The following is a collection of links to services and information useful for caregivers and family members.
Source: Service Canada

Promising Pathways: A handbook of best practices
Falls represent a serious and widespread problem in Canada, with about one third of older Canadians experiencing a fall each year, and many suffering the pain and loss of independence that often result. Section 1 of Promising Pathways provides information on the most effective strategies and interventions for reducing falls and preventing injuries among seniors who live in the community.
Source: Health Canada

Reassessing Eligibility for Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefits
Benefits are available for disabled Canadians who have contributed to the Canada Pension Plan. This site answers frequently asked questions on how recipients are to inform the Canada Pension Plan when their medical condition changes.
Source: Service Canada

Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program (<abbr>RRAP</abbr>) Secondary/Garden Suite
To assist low-income seniors and adults with a disability by providing financial assistance to convert/develop existing residential properties that can accommodate a secondary self-contained unit.
Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Seniors and Aging - Assistive Devices
A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it.
Source: Health Canada