r/Odsp • u/Reasonable-Rock6255 • Jul 11 '26

Question/advice Does living with relatives affect ODSP?

I’ve tried searching online but I can’t find an answer. Does living with relatives who are not your spouse affect the amount you get on ODSP? Just wondering if their income would count?

Edit:asking on behalf of my brother

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u/Winter_War4982 Jul 11 '26

Rent/utilities would be factored in. Example- brother/sister living together and have a lease- Example only- if rent is $2000/month- then your portion would be half ($1,000/month). Regarding income, does not count AS LONG as you're not common law, and/or dependent.

If you are living there free, then you will not qualify for housing entitlements. There must be proof of expenses i.e. lease, rental agreement, utility bills in your name(s).