Developmental Services Ontario (DSO): Access to Adult Developmental…
Offered by Developmental Services Ontario
Ontario's application and assessment access point for provincially funded adult developmental services.
Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) is the access point for adult developmental services funded by Ontario's Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services.
DSO helps applicants complete the eligibility and assessment process, identify support needs, connect with funded services when spaces are available, and find community information. Families are encouraged to contact DSO at age 16 to plan for services that begin after age 18.
At a glance
- Funding type: government funded
- Delivery: hybrid
- Services: Eligibility assessment, Service navigation, Adult developmental services access
- Cost notes: There is no fee to apply through DSO; funded-service availability depends on eligibility, assessed need, and available capacity.
Source and verification
Last source check: August 5, 2026
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