Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)

Description:

Parents of children with disabilities sometimes need support so they can raise their children at home and fully participate in community life.

The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Program provides a wide range of family-centred supports and services. Services are meant to help strengthen families’ ability to promote their child’s healthy development and encourage their child’s participation in activities at home and in the community.

Region of Administration:

Regional

Government / Department:

Child and Family Services Authorities

Eligibility:

Your child must be under the age of 18;

• Your child must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;

• Your child must have a disability;

• You must provide documentation from a health professional that identifies your child’s disability and/or diagnosis and describes how the disability affects your child’s daily activities; and

• You must be the guardian of the child with a disability.

Coverage:

Basic dental care

Providers:

Dentists, Dental hygienists

Therapeutic Responsibility: