Government of Nova Scotia
Disability Support Program
Under the umbrella of the Disability Support Program, the Government of Nova Scotia offers services to people with intellectual disabilities, long-term mental illness and physical disabilities. These include various options for supported living situations; funding and allowance options for adults and children; day programs for adults including skill development, employment services, social enterprise, recreation, and retirement-age groups; access to assistive technology; and documentation of personal care wishes.
Additional Details
Mandate: "The Disability Support Program (DSP) serves children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities, long-term mental illness and physical disabilities in a range of community-based, residential and vocational/day programs."
Type of Resource: Community Agency
Services: Living support, Employment services, Community Group, Family support, Recreation for Adults
Languages: English, French
Subjects: Canadian Government Resources, Employment, Family Support, Mental Health, Social Engagement
Age Range: All Ages (0-100)
Target Users: Autistic, disabled, & neurodiverse people, Families & caregivers, Professionals
Contact Information
Phone: (902) 424-0932
2131 Gottingen Street 2nd floor, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
103 Garland Avenue suite 101, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
1894 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Department of Community Services head office1894 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Department of Community Services head office