Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)
Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) is a program run by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services that gives $678 a month to parents or guardians of a child under 18 with a severe disability who lives at home, with household income of $77,640 or less. Checked on the official page on October 5, 2026.
$678 a month
You likely qualify if: Child is under 18 and lives at home; Child has a severe disability; Household income $77,640 or less.
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Monthly money for parents caring for a child with a severe disability, to help with extra costs. You can get between $25 and $678 a month, based on income, family size and the child's needs. It can help with travel to medical visits, special clothing and footwear, and respite care.
Who qualifies
Parents or guardians of a child under 18 with a severe disability who lives at home, with household income of $77,640 or less.
You likely qualify if:
- Child is under 18 and lives at home
- Child has a severe disability
- Household income $77,640 or less
What to bring
- Online or paper application
- Details of household income
Dates
The official page we read gives no date. Check it before you apply.
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