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Program:
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Special Supports Program
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Phone Numbers:
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905-546-2590
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Fax:
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905-546-2476
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Address:
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1550 Upper James St, Unit 14A
Hamilton, ON
L9B 2L6
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Intersection:
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Upper James St and Rymal Rd W
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Location:
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Hamilton (Mewbum)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Service Description:
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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
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Application:
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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
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients * low-income families and adults who do not receive OW or ODSP benefits
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Phone translation available in 149 languages
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Area Served:
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City of Hamilton
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Last Updated:
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10/20/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=181083
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