Children's Rehabilitation Services/Children's Treatment Centres
Children's Treatment Centres (CTCs) are community-based organizations that serve children with physical disabilities and multiple special needs. The Ministry of Children and Youth Services funds children's rehabilitation services offered by CTCs.
What funding and/or service(s) are provided under the Children's Rehabilitation Services Program?
CTCs across Ontario range in size and scope but each provides physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy as core services. A wide variety of other services and clinics are provided depending on local needs and the mix of other providers in each community.
Who is eligible for this program?
- Children up to age 19, who have physical disabilities or communication disorders including, but not limited to:
- Cerebral Palsy,
- Brain Injury,
- Developmental or learning difficulties,
- Down Syndrome,
- Spina Bifida,
- Autism or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD),
- Chronic and/or long-term medical conditions.
How do I apply to this program?
Contact the children's rehabilitation service provider closest to you.
Who do I contact for more information?
For more information, please contact your local Children's Treatment Centre.
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