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May 06, 2015 at 11:41 PM
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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 
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May 07, 2015 at 09:51 AM
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May 07, 2015 at 11:23 AM
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I'm sorry you're having to go through all that. It's not really fair that you have to fight so hard to get what you need (although I understand that there ARE people who take advantage). I got ODSP the first time so i'm not really sure how to advise you. Maybe do what Pernambuco said and seek out legal aid. I hope things work out for you!
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Grand Magnate
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May 07, 2015 at 11:10 PM
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Besides legal aid you can try a social worker or service navigator. These individuals are usually found at community health centers or hospitals.
I successfully applied for ODSP without having to appeal, so I don't know about the process besides what is posted on the MCSS website. When I applied I was on welfare and in and out of the hospital. The welfare worker noticed I was struggling and recommended that I apply for ODSP. All I had to do was take the application to my psychiatrist. She thought it was a good idea that I apply and we filled it out together. __________________ Dx: Didgee Disorder |
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May 10, 2015 at 09:46 AM
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I would assume that if you are successful at arguing your own case that will seal the deal and you will be denied. There argument would be if you can stand and do that you can work if nothing as a debater. Like others have said get legal help don't do this alone you are proving you can do some kind of work cuz you are doing this on your own.
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