I am in the middle of applying for ODSP (Ontario Disability). I have appealed once and now I'm being told I don't fit the definition of a person with a mental disability and will have to appear in court to argue my case...

I am petrified at this point. I'm really scared to go to court and fight for something they're telling me I'm not.. I don't have a lot of documented history on my struggle with my illnesses over the years, so I don't know how to prove myself...

Has anyone successfully applied for ODSP? Can you give me tips on how you argued your case/proved your mental illness?
Maybe I can talk more with someone over PM, as this is a rather personal topic?

I feel stranded, please help... I have to appeal before the end of May