Ontario. Ministry of Community and Social Services

Social Services Division, Community Services and Housing Department, Ontario Works
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Record #: HMT0735 Last Modified: 25 Jul 2011 Last Full Update: 20 Jun 2011
Record Details
Former NameGeneral Welfare Assistance
Areas ServedYork Region
Address & Map
50 High Tech Rd, 3rd Flr
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7
 
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Mailing Address50 High Tech Rd, 3rd Flr 
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7
Major IntersectionYonge & Hwy 7
Office Phone905-768-2095
TTY905 762-0401
Toll Free Phone1-866-208-0049
Websitewww.accesson.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/ow/index.aspx
DescriptionThe Ministry of Community and Social Services: 
* helps adults with a developmental disability live, work and participate in a range of community activities  
* enforces support orders issued by the courts so that families get the money to which they are entitled  
* promotes accessibility and works to break down barriers that prevent people with disabilities from fully participating in the social and economic life of Ontario  
* helps Ontarians recover from hardship and regain control of their lives.  
 
Programs and services include: 
* Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities  
* Community Services  
* Developmental Services  
* Family Responsibility Office  
* Social Assistance
DatesYear round
Hours8:30 am-4:30 pm
AccessibilityAccessible
LanguagesEnglish
EligibilityTo be eligible for Ontario Works, you must live in Ontario, need money right away to help pay for food and shelter, and be willing to take part in activities that will help you find a job
ApplicationCall for details * if you have Internet access, you can complete the Eligibility Estimator on our website
SubjectsDevelopmental disabilities ; Home support ; Homemaking ; Social assistance