Request for assistance
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The FNAP can provide support for low-income families with children living with a disability that results in a significant and persistent incapacity. It helps reduce the financial burden of necessary expenses that promote the child’s development, well-being and that of his or her family.
Examples of expenses eligible for financial assistance:
- Professional services: occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech therapy, etc.
- Cognitive-behavioral and developmental approach
- Specialized equipment recommended by a professional
- Day camp, respite care, respite
- Find out if you qualify and how we can help make your daily life easier!
Eligibility criteria for our support
The child must be under 18 years of age;
The family must have Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status and reside in Quebec;
The family must receive the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) and the Child Disability Benefit (CDB) for the child for whom an application is made;
Gross family income must be less than $60,000 for a family with one child, $70,000 for a family with two children and $80,000 for a family with three or more children.
If you meet all the criteria, please complete the application form.
All requests for help are important to us.
The Donations Committee reviews all the requests it receives. It then makes a decision based on its eligibility criteria and the funds available each year.
To apply for assistance,
please send us the requested documents by mail:
◦ To apply for assistance, please send us the requested documents by e-mail (info@fnap.ca), by fax ((514) 788-4473) or by mail.
◦ Application form completed, dated and signed
◦ Letter of introduction to the child, family and situation, indicating needs
◦ Report from the physician and/or interdisciplinary team that led to the diagnosis (attach any other reports deemed relevant).
◦ Most recent Canada Child Allowance (CCA) notice
◦ Most recent notice of assessment for both parents
◦ Quote or other documents explaining your needs and associated costs
◦ Child’s photo (Optional: Enclosing it authorizes us to publish it)
It is important to send us all the required supporting documents.
Only completed applications will be considered.
