Learn the rules about hospitals and programs for substance abuse
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Question & Answer
Can I get ODSP while I’m in the hospital?The rules about getting from the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) while you’re staying in the hospital apply to:
ODSP will continue to pay your income support while you’re in the hospital.
For the first 3 months, this assistance includes the amount you get to help pay for your housing outside the hospital, for example, your rent.
Treatment programs for substance abuse
If you’re living in a place that ODSP rules say qualifies as a substance abuse recovery program, the rules about income support are the same as if you’re in a hospital.
After 3 months
If you’re in a hospital or treatment program longer than 3 months, ODSP can reduce the amount of your income support. But they don’t have to do this if, for example:
- you’re still paying for housing outside the hospital
- you have less money because you can’t work while you’re in the hospital
