Every client needs to have an e-mail and access to a computer and internet to apply for income assistance. Access has two computers that we make available to clients during drop in hours. We also have staff on site to help those who have difficulty with the process.
We can assist clients who are applying for disability status in filling out the application as well as going over the benefits they are entitled to once their application is approved. We may be able to refer some clients to the transitional housing grants program once the application for PWD is underway. If the PWD application is denied, we have a legal advocate who will review the file and will assist if there are reasonable grounds for a request for reconsideration and/or the appeal.
We provide assistance with the multiple forms that are required. As well, once a PWD is approved; clients with a work history will be required to apply for CPP-D we can help with that too.
We can assist clients who have difficulty with their medical condition by providing letters of support and/or accompaniment to appointments when appropriate. We can help clients to connect with mental health, addiction resources and traumatic brain injury to supports in the community and other community agencies that may be able to provide assistance.
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