Funding for Pediatric Services
+ Equipment:
There are a variety of programs and grants available for children to receive funding for services to improve their activities of daily living and overall wellbeing.
What is meant by community-based therapy?
We are a community-based company! Community-based occupational therapy for children brings expert support directly to your child’s everyday environments—whether it’s at home, school, daycare, or any other relevant setting. Instead of traditional clinic visits, our therapist works where your child learns, plays, and grows, providing interventions tailored to their specific needs and routines. This approach ensures that therapy is seamlessly integrated into their daily life, making it more effective and relevant for addressing challenges and fostering development.
Autism Funding: AFU (Autism Funding Unit)
Eligibility: Designed to promote the skill and development of children with autism.
Must have an Autism diagnosis and be under 18 years old, amount of funding varies depending on age.
At Home Program https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/child-behaviour-development/support-needs/complex-health-needs/at-home-program
Eligibility: Designed to support children and teens with severe and complex health care needs. Must be assessed as dependent in at least three of four functional activities of daily living (eating, dressing, toileting and washing).
Variety Children’s Charity Grant
https://www.variety.bc.ca/support/specialized-therapies/
Eligibility: Household income must be less than $85,000/year.
Funding available for services and equipment.
CKNW Kid’s Fund
https://www.cknwkidsfund.com/apply-for-a-grant
Eligibility: Children who don't qualify for other funded programs and who are financially at risk
Must be under 19 years, determined by gross family income.
Jordan’s Principal
https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1568396296543/1582657596387
Eligibility: Must be under 19 years, permanent Canadian resident, registered OR eligible to register under the Indian Act.
Funding available for health, social and educational programs and equipment.
MNBC Wellbeing Program
https://www.mnbc.ca/work-programs/programs-services/miyoopimatishihk-wellbeing-program
Eligibility: Must be under 8 years and enrolled in the Métis Family Connections Program.
Funding for respite care, speech therapy, assessments, specialized equipment, and mental health supports.
Cops for Kids
https://copsforkids.org/funding-for-families/grant-guidelines/
Eligibility: Must be under 19 years, have medical/emotional/developmental/behavioural challenges, in need of funding for expenses related to these problems, and reside in the southeast BC district (see map on website for specifics).
Private Insurance
If you have an Extended Health plan through your employer, often they cover some or all of occupational therapy sessions and or assessments. Ex: Canada Life, Pacific Blue Cross, Manulife.
Eligibility: Contact your provider to find out what your coverage includes.