Add Comment Question: I have been bitten 2times with ticks carrying lyme and I am very ill my dr 's want me off work to recover but I cant afford my treatments without working we have allready spent thousands and still have a long way to go do I qualify for any kind of assistance and disability benefits? Answer: If you have access to short or long term disability then you should apply. You can also try to apply for CPP Disability and/or ODSP. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.