How to Register for AccessOAP: A Step-by-Step Guide for Ontario Families
Registering with AccessOAP is the essential first step to access provincial autism funding and support services. Follow our clear walkthrough to gather your required documents, avoid common portal pitfalls, and submit your application with confidence.
Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Application Guide & Funding Checklist
Navigating the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) doesn't have to be overwhelming. Use our complete roadmap and funding checklist to understand eligibility, register via Access OAP, track eligible services like ABA and speech therapy, and successfully submit your expense reports.
Understanding Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Funding: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers
This guide provides a simple breakdown of OAP funding and answers common questions about the process.
OAP Entry to School Program Announcement
The OAP Entry to School (ETS) program has been awarded to OAP-Durham. OAP-Durham (OAP-D) is a partnership between Lake Ridge Community Support Service (LRCSS)…..
Project ImPACT: How LRCSS is delivering OAP Caregiver-mediated Programs in Durham
Beginning summer 2021, the OAP-D will be offering caregiver-mediated programs through the Ontario Autism Program. Learn about how LRCSS will be serving families with children up to 48 months through Project ImPACT.
OAP UPDATE - Ontario Autism Program announces Caregiver-mediated Early Years Programs
Today Ontario Autism Program announced the launch of the Caregiver-mediated Early Years Programs.
We’re launching a BRAND NEW resource for parents & caregivers.
Lake Ridge Community Support Services is launching a new hub for On-Demand Foundational Family Services. This site will provide families registered to the OAP with videos, pre-recorded workshops, articles, downloadable and printable tools, tip sheets and more.
OAP UPDATE - What you need to know about Phase 1 of Foundational Family Services
4-Aug-2020 2:30 pm - The Ontario Minister of Children. Community and Social Services announced the launch of phase 1 of the Ontario Autism Program’s (OAP) Foundational Family Services of which Lake Ridge Community Support Services will be a provider for the Eastern Ontario region. Here is what you need to know about these FREE services available to families registered with the OAP.
Clients with existing behaviour plans can be extended another 6 months and beyond according to OAP Update
Ontario Autism Program (OAP) Update January 24, 2020 - Recent information released by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services brings some important news to those waiting to find out what will happen once their child’s existing behaviour plans finish.
MCCSS OAP Announcement December 17, 2019
Read the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services December 17, 2019 Press Release here outlining plans for a needs-based autism program consisting of core services like Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), foundational family services, early intervention and urgent and complex needs.