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There is no single “cost of autism” for an Ontario family

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Private quotes,
eligible expenses,

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support needs, and
funding access vary.

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Ontario's provincial health
insurance (OHIP)

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does not generally cover
private autism therapy.

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A needs determination process
rates each child’s support needs,

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and the rating
sets the funding level.

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The difference between a family's
quote and its eligible funding

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can create
financial pressure.

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Even without core funding,

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every registered OAP family
is eligible for Foundational

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Family Services (caregiver
education, peer support).

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Read the guide
www.endthewaitontario.com/autism-cost-families