Individuals wishing to receive funded services from OCAPDD must have a developmental disability and be residents of the Province of Ontario.

Referrals to OCAPDD are made through a central point of access at Developmental Services Ontario Eastern Ontario. Individuals should first register with Developmental Services Ontario Eastern Ontario by calling 1-855-376-3737 or www.dsontario.ca to begin the referral process. The determination of priority for supports will include criticality of need, date of referral and availability of service.