There is no fixed list of disabilities that qualify for ODSP. Approval depends on rather than diagnosis alone. Applicants should focus medical documentation on how their condition restricts activities of daily living, with supporting letters from specialists. Individuals with rare or poorly understood conditions (e.g., chronic Lyme disease, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome) may still qualify if functional impacts are thoroughly documented.

: Meet specific asset limits (e.g., $40,000 for a single individual) and have limited income.

A person may also qualify if their impairment substantially restricts their ability to work or participate in community life, even if basic personal care is intact.

While not exhaustive, the following categories include medical conditions frequently approved for ODSP support:

The physical or mental restriction must be substantial.

Ontario Disability Support Program eligibility for income support

Your specific limitations and medical history must be verified by an approved Ontario healthcare professional (such as a physician, nurse practitioner, or psychologist). Medical Conditions Frequently Approved for ODSP

: Bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder.

The benefits of ODSP include: