Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities

• You are a Manitoba resident • You are 18 years of age or older • You have a severe and prolonged disability that significantly impacts daily living • You are in financial need and meet the program's financial eligibility criteria

• Proof of residency • Documentation of disability (Disability Impact Assessment) • Financial information (income and assets) • Evidence of ineligibility for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) if seeking provincial dental coverage for non-emergency services

1. Review eligibility and program details at the official Manitoba Supports website. 2. Contact the Manitoba Supports program or your local Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) office to initiate an application. 3. Complete the required Disability Impact Assessment if you are not in a pre-approved category (such as those receiving Community Living disABILITY Services). 4. If you are an existing EIA recipient, contact your caseworker to discuss potential transition to MSPD. 5. Apply for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) to ensure continued access to dental benefits.

• Not knowing MSPD exists — many people only know about the old EIA Disability program • Assuming you are not eligible because you were denied under older programs — rules have changed • Not gathering comprehensive medical documentation before applying • Not asking about the full range of personalized supports beyond the monthly financial benefit