Special Diet: Allowance Odsp

: A recognized healthcare professional must complete and sign your application form.

If ODSP denies your application:

The SDA provides up to for each eligible member of a household who has a medical condition requiring a specific diet. This money is added directly to your monthly ODSP payment to help offset the higher cost of specialized foods. Eligible Medical Conditions

The amount you receive is based on the specific condition(s) listed on the Special Diets Schedule . Some common examples include: Medical Condition Estimated Monthly Allowance Celiac Disease Chronic Heart Failure Extreme Obesity (BMI > 40) Food Allergy (e.g., Milk/Dairy, Wheat, Eggs) Rates vary Renal Failure (causing weight loss) Up to $242 special diet allowance odsp

The allowance ranges from , depending on the type and severity of the medical need. The amounts are based on a point system.

If you are an ODSP recipient and have a medical condition that requires a special diet, you should speak with your caseworker or a medical professional to determine if you are eligible for the Special Diet Allowance.

As of , the allowance provides up to $250 per month per eligible member of a benefit unit, depending on the medical condition(s) verified by a healthcare professional. Eligibility and Requirements : A recognized healthcare professional must complete and

If a person has multiple conditions, the allowances are added together, but the total monthly payment per person cannot exceed the . How to Apply for the SDA

To qualify, your condition must be listed on the provincial . Common qualifying conditions and their approximate monthly amounts include: Celiac Disease: $97 Diabetes: $81 Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): $86 Food Allergy (Milk/Dairy): $32 to $63, depending on age

Once the medical section is complete, you (the applicant) must sign the declaration and consent section. Return the original form to your local ODSP office in person or by mail. Eligible Medical Conditions The amount you receive is

| Question | Answer | | :--- | :--- | | | $250/month | | How to apply | Doctor-completed form submitted to ODSP | | Back pay? | No – starts the month form is submitted | | Taxable? | No – exempt income | | Can I get it with OW? | Yes – Ontario Works has its own Special Diet policy (different amounts) | | Does it count toward the $40,000 asset limit? | No – it is exempt as income, but any unspent portion becomes an asset (savings) after the month you receive it. |

Keep a copy of the completed form. If your medical condition worsens or you develop a new condition, you can apply for an increase (up to the $250 cap).