It does not reduce your ODSP basic needs or other monthly entitlements.
The , often referred to as the "Portable Housing Benefit" by Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients, is more than just a rent supplement. While its primary goal is to bridge the gap between social assistance shelter allowances and actual market rents, it carries several "hidden" advantages that provide long-term stability and freedom for people with disabilities. 1. Portability Across the Entire Province hidden benefits from odsp portable
If you move to a city with a higher average market rent (AMR), your benefit may be adjusted upward to reflect the local economy. 2. Full Exemption as Income It does not reduce your ODSP basic needs
You can move to a different city in Ontario for better medical care, family support, or job opportunities without losing your subsidy. Full Exemption as Income You can move to
