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Carers and disability benefits

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This section covers Disability living allowance, Personal Independence payment that your child may be entitled to as well as Carers allowance that you may be eligible for if you care for your child and meet the criteria. Page contents Disability living allowance (DLA) Personal independence…

Supporting siblings who have a brother or sister with special educational needs or a disability

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If you have a child with special educational needs or a disability (SEND) you may find it puts added stress on other family members because you are having to provide more care and support to your child with SEND. Page Contents Balancing your children’s needs…

Support for undiagnosed conditions

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Sometimes professionals are unable to diagnose a child. This may be because your child: has a rare condition experiences features or symptoms linked to many conditions, making it difficult to make the correct diagnosis has symptoms that become more noticeable as they get older, leading to a…

Tax credits

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This section covers some of the benefits and financial support that you or your child may be entitled to. Page contents Universal credit Tax credits Disability premiums Child benefit and child tax credit Universal Credit Universal Credit is a single benefit that is replacing the…

Legal Aid

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Depending on your income and level of savings you may be entitled to legal aid. Further details are available on the GOV.UK website as well as a calculator that can work out if you are eligible for Civil Legal Advice (CLA) If you are eligible,…

Wills and trusts

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Making a Will is always important, but even more so if you have a disabled child. If you leave money to them as an absolute gift, it can affect any means-tested benefit that they may be claiming. This may also leave them in a vulnerable…

A guide to sleep for children with special educational needs and disability

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Sleep is extremely important to support your child's development both physically and mentally. This toolkit will help you to develop an awareness of the importance of sleep and offer information, advice and guidance to prevent sleep issues occurring for your child with special educational needs…

Palliative care

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Page contents: What is palliative care? The providers of palliative care and end of life care How to access palliative care and end of life care Local services that are available National organisations Planning ahead for end of life Palliative care for children What is…

Disability grants and schemes

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There are organisations and charities that offer grants and funding, to support children and their family with special educational needs and disabilities. Some examples of grants that your child may be able to apply for or find further information include: The Disability Grants organisation holds…

Registering a death and support with bereavement

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Experiencing a death of a relative or friend can be a difficult and traumatic time. This article provides information on what you need to do to register a death, and gives details of support that you can access to help you cope with your loss. You can…

Life-limiting conditions for children and young people

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Sadly, some children and young people have life-limiting conditions, and their families have to come to terms with the emotional and physical challenges that this brings. Gaining the right support is vital to enable families to make the most of every moment they have together.…

Advocacy support – getting your views across

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Sometimes people need some additional help to get their views across. This can be especially important when decisions need to be made about things such as their mental capacity, or care and support arrangements. Page contents: What is advocacy? Your right to advocacy services Types…

Concerned about my child's behaviour in school

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It can be very worrying seeing your child unhappy or struggling at school. You may have noticed a change in their behaviour, such as your child being disruptive in school or they may seem withdrawn from their surroundings and isolating themselves. The following are some of the concerns you may have, and…

Financial help with travel and getting around

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This section covers some of the financial schemes that you and your child may be entitled to if they have a disability. Motability scheme Your child may be eligible for a mobility vehicle. The Motability scheme can help you lease a car if your child…

Support with mental health and wellbeing for children

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Thinking about your child’s mental health and helping them to develop their ability to cope with life’s challenges is one of the most important things you can do. Children and young people need help to understand and enjoy good emotional health and wellbeing as well as…

Getting support with eating disorders

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We all eat differently, and we all like different foods and to eat in different ways. An eating disorder is when you have an unhealthy attitude to food, which can take over your life and make you ill. Disordered eating can involve eating too much…

Concerned about my child’s behaviour at home

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It can be very worrying if your child’s behaviour becomes challenging, or if they are withdrawn from their surroundings, unhappy or isolating themselves from those around them. If you have any questions or concerns at all about your child, contact your local Health Visitor service.…

Early years parent support and training for children with SEND

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You will know your child better than anyone else. Parent support groups, training or workshops can help you further understand your child’s additional needs by learning new ways to support them as well as interventions you may not be aware of. Support groups are a great way to meet parents of other children who have similar needs to…

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