Autism Funding

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Education and Early Years - AKA: Formerly Department of Education and Lifelong Learning
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Service Description

Funding is available to help parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders pay for specific services related to their child's support and education. Includes:
  • Preschool Funding: Available for parents of children receiving Intensive Behavioural Intervention (I.B.I.) support to hire an Autism Assistant
  • School-Age Funding: Available to help parents offset the costs of hiring one-on-one tutors and aides in home and group settings

Information

Eligibility:
For preschool aged children: Parents can apply after their child has been assessed by an Early Years Autism Specialist.

For school-aged children: Parents can apply once they have identified a tutor or aide to work with their child and have agreed upon a wage rate.

Please visit website for more detailed eligibility requirements.
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Submit a Preschool Autism Funding or School-Age Autism Funding Form (available online)
Documents Required:
Completed application form * Documentation of the child's Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis
Program Email:
autismfunding@gov.pe.ca
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English * Website available in French
Website:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/education-and-lifelong-lea(...)
Coverage Area:
Prince Edward Island

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