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For families with disabled children — benefits, EHCPs, money and family support, with a helpline and workshops.
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Benefits & money guides
Free guides on DLA, benefits and money for families with disabled children, plus a helpline.
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ADHD information and helpline for families
Contact's ADHD hub for parents of disabled children, with a free UK helpline (0808 808 3555), parent guides and links to specialist support.
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Contact: Backdating the UC disabled child addition
Free explainer on claiming and backdating the Universal Credit disabled child addition and carer element so families don't miss out.
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Contact: DLA for disabled children (guide and helpline)
Free guide to claiming DLA for a child, covering rates, care and mobility, and appeals, with a benefits adviser helpline on 0808 808 3555.
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Contact Freephone Helpline for Families with Disabled Children
Free UK-wide helpline (0808 808 3555) advising parents of children with ADHD or any additional need on behaviour, benefits and support - no diagnosis needed.
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Contact: Online grants search (Turn2us)
Free grants-search directory for families of disabled children to find charitable grants they may be eligible for, on behalf of any household member.
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Contact: Tips on completing the DLA form
Free section-by-section tips for the child DLA form, with 'good day/bad day' wording and video walkthroughs from a benefits adviser (England, Wales, NI).
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EHC needs assessments: parent guidance
Free guide to the EHC needs assessment, the legal threshold the LA must apply, a template request letter and what to do if you are refused.
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Example school complaint letter
Free template letter parents can use to make a formal complaint to a school about how it is supporting a disabled or SEND child.
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Preparing for Adult Life
Free hub for families on moving a disabled child into adulthood: planning, money and work, housing, services, health and a free helpline.
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Reasonable adjustments and disability discrimination in school
Free guide explaining schools' Equality Act duty to make reasonable adjustments for disabled pupils, with examples and steps to resolve discrimination.
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Understanding Your Child's Behaviour (Contact)
Free downloadable Contact guide helping parents understand and respond positively to challenging behaviour in disabled and SEND children.
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