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Determining temporary care situations. A child is in the temporary care of an adult when: the child is to reside for a short period with the adult. the child is expected to return to his/her parent (s) at the earliest opportunity. no parent or other person with a legal obligation to support the child is able to care for him/her.
Temporary care assistance If you are an adult and you are temporarily responsible for the care of a child who is in financial need, you may be eligible for temporary care assistance on their behalf. You can apply for Temporary Care assistance: online or by contacting your local Ontario Works office .
Ontario Works recipients, spouses and any dependents may be eligible to receive the following mandatory benefits: Health benefits: prescription drug coverage. vision care for dependent children and children in temporary care. dental care for children aged 17 years and under whose families are residing in a First Nations community (including ...
Ontario Works Temporary Care Assistance can be paid to an adult who is temporarily caring for a child who is not their own, if the child is in financial need. The child must live with the adult and the adult cannot have a legal obligation to support the child.
Call 519-255-5200 or toll free at 1-866-925-2022 to apply for Ontario Works. How Do I Apply for Learning, Earning and Parenting (L.E.A.P.)? Call 519-255-5200 or toll free at 1-866-925-2022. Temporary Care Assistance Appointment. If you’re applying to be a temporary care provider for a child, please bring the items listed below to your ...
Legislation This section is an excerpt from the Ontario Works Act, 1997 prescribed by the Province of Ontario. Ontario Works Act 10. The administrator shall provide income assistance and benefits in accordance with the regulations to an adult on behalf of a child if, (a) the child is in the temporary care of the adult; […]
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Yes. You may qualify for Temporary Care Assistance through Ontario Works. Temporary Care Assistance refers to the basic financial assistance available to an adult who is looking after a child (under the age of 18) which they are not the natural or adoptive parent of.