Ontario’s Assistive Devices Program
Since December 12, 1988 the Ontario Ministry of Health’s Assistive Devices Program (ADP) has paid a portion of the cost of hearing aids for all Ontario residents who need them. At the present time a grant is available for both left and right hearing aids.
ADP covered hearing aids and FM systems
The Assistive Devices Program helps to cover the cost of hearing aids that go:
- behind the ear
- in the ear
- partially in the ear canal
- completely in the ear canal
They also help to cover the cost of FM systems.
A personal FM system consists of:
- a receiver (worn by you)
- a transmitter (worn by the person speaking)
The receiver transmits sound to your hearing aids through direct audio input or through a looped cord worn around your neck.
Using an FM system allows you to hear the speaker’s voice at an appropriate and constant intensity level.
Who qualifies
To qualify, you must:
- be an Ontario resident
- have a valid Ontario health card
- have a disability requiring the equipment or supplies for six months or longer
ADP is not in any way dependant on your income.
Who does not qualify
You do not qualify for the ADP if you:
- already qualify for or are receiving financial support for the same equipment or supplies from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
- are a Group “A” veteran and already qualify for or are receiving financial support from Veterans Affairs Canada for the same equipment or supplies
Amount covered
If you qualify, and your application is approved, ADP covers 75% of the cost of up to the following maximums:
- hearing aids up to a maximum amount of $500 for each type of aid
- FM systems up to a maximum of $1,350
You pay the rest of the cost.
At Sound Hearing Care, we have the required ADP forms and will assist you in having them filled out. Once the paperwork is done, we will submit the form on your behalf and deduct the portion paid by ADP from your invoice so that you don’t have to wait for any reimbursement.
For more information please visit the Ministry of Health website.
Canadian Workers Compensation Boards
We have working relationships with most of the workers compensation organizations in Canada. If you have coverage through another province, but reside in Eastern Ontario or are visiting, we would be pleased to assist you.
Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (Ontario)
Sound Hearing Care is registered with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Program of Care for hearing aids and hearing loss. We make it easy for anyone with WSIB coverage for hearing aids to get them. We have access to all of the latest hearing aids and devices and bill WSIB directly so that you will never have any out of pocket expenses.
Protect Your Hearing
At Sound Hearing Care, we strongly believe in hearing conservation. If you are still working in noise, there are a lot of different types of hearing protection available for all different environments and hearing requirements.
Veterans Affairs Canada
We have many patients who are veterans and routinely deal with Veterans Affairs Canada. Whether you are looking for coverage for the first time or are ready to upgrade your current hearing aids, we have all the necessary forms to process your claims. We also perform hearing and tinnitus evaluations for pension re-assessment on a regular basis.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Davidson Hearing Aid Centres is registered with the ODSP program to offer hearing benefits for those who qualify. This program covers those under the ODSP, MCSS and ACSD categories.
If you are receiving Ontario Disability Support Program Income Support, you may be able to get additional help with your hearing aids and mobility devices.
The Ontario Disability Support Program may help with:
- purchasing hearing aids
- purchasing an alerting system (for example, a visual smoke alarm)
- repairing a hearing aid
- replacing a battery for a hearing aid or device.
Who is eligible?
You, your spouse and children under 18 years of age are eligible for help with alerting systems, and batteries and repairs for hearing aids and devices. Dependent children 18 years of age or over are not eligible but may get help from Ontario Works discretionary benefits.
How do I get these benefits?
You need to contact your local Ontario Disability Support Program office to get approval before you buy a hearing aid, an alerting system, buy batteries or get repairs.
This benefit covers the cost of items if other funding is not available.
NIHB (Non-insured health benefits)- First Nations/Inuit
- First Nations/Inuit residents of Canada are eligible for hearing aid funding after submission of a recent hearing test and forms for ‘prior approval’. Coverage is available for testing, hearing aid devices, batteries, after-care and out-of-warranty repairs.
- Assistance to Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)
- Ontario Works (OW)
- RCMP
Other insurances
Sound Hearing Care is knowledgeable about the various funding and financial resources available for hearing aids and communication devices. Insurance companies vary a lot – some allowing direct billing but many unfortunately do not. We can help you identify if you are eligible for funding, whether we can bill directly and walk you through the application process, providing all necessary documention you may need.
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