Enhanced Respite for Medically Fragile and/or Technology Dependent Children (Ontario)
Enhanced Respite for Medically Fragile and/or Technology Dependent Children (Ontario) is a program run by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services that gives up to $4,213 a child to Ontario families caring at home for a child under 18 who needs intensive care and constant monitoring 24 hours a day. Checked on the official page on October 6, 2026.
Up to $4,213 a child
You likely qualify if: Child under 18 who lives at home; Needs 24-hour care and monitoring; Medically fragile or relies on medical equipment.
We last read this on October 6, 2026. That was a while ago, so please check their own website before you rely on it, and tell us below if something changed.
Ontario funding so families can get a break from caring for a child who is medically fragile or depends on medical equipment. You can get up to $4,213 per child each year to spend on respite care. The money is paid back to you when you make a claim.
Who qualifies
Ontario families caring at home for a child under 18 who needs intensive care and constant monitoring 24 hours a day.
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