8 reasons to claim DLA
Find out how claiming DLA can unlock other financial support for your family.
We are Contact, the charity for families with disabled children
We support families, bring families together and help families take action for others.
Our information & advice
Early years support
We’re here to help you, your family and your child through the early years of their life.
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Benefits & tax credits
You may be entitled to certain benefits and tax credits that may help with the extra costs you face.
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Education & learning
Parent information about education support for children and young people with additional needs and disabilities.
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Sign up for news & updates
Keep up-to-date on all the latest disability news, Contact’s work and activities, and opportunities to get involved.
More support for your family
Support across the UK
We have teams in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales & across London.
Our Facebook group
Meet other families like yours in our closed (private) Facebook group.
Workshops & events
Meet families like yours at our fun and informative events, from days out to information workshops.
Listening Ear
Our 1-1 emotional support telephone service for parents looking for a reassurance and practical and emotional support.
Parent carer participation
We support the work of parent carer forums in England shaping local services, from running webinars to sharing guidance.
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Helping you work with families
Professional development courses
We can host all our courses for small or large groups, virtually as a webinar or workshop and of course in-person too.
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Consultancy
Our consultancy team are here to listen to your needs and work with you to find a solution that suits your ambitions.
Find out moreWe’re proud of our numbers! With the help of generous supporters, in 2020/21:
196,000
families helped through our advice and support services
4,974
parent carers attended our workshops and family events
92%
of families feel better informed after receiving support from us