Autism Spectrum Disorder
BC Ministry of Children and Family Development
Community Agency
Summary
Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder on the Ministry of Children and Family Development's website. Contains links to helpful information on assessment and diagnosis, autism funding programs and other resources.
The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) provides Autism Funding to families who have a child or youth with an eligible ASD diagnosis. There are two Autism Funding programs. The Under Age 6 program provides families with access to $22,000/year and the Ages 6-18 program provides families with access to $6,000/year. Children and youth with ASD and other developmental disabilities are also eligible for other services and supports through MCFD, such as Early Intervention Therapies, School-Aged Therapies, Infant Development, Supported Child Development and Family Support Services, including respite.
Age Range:
Pre-School Age (0-5) | School Age (5-18)