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Marathon runners go the extra mile to support Contact

Saturday 18 April 2026

Meet three more dedicated runners taking on this year’s London Marathon to raise vital funds for Contact. Maya Englesberg, 28, a brain...
Child preparing for zipline with instructor at woodland adventure day
Holidays and activities for disabled children: Get advice at our Facebook Q&A

Friday 16 June 2023
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Child Trust Fund campaign in the news

Thursday 15 June 2023
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Shape government’s plans for six major health conditions

Wednesday 14 June 2023
DinoDay T-Shirt Montage
Thank you for Stomping & Roaring for DinoDay!

Tuesday 13 June 2023
Fledglings is 25 web banner
Our Fledglings shop is 25 years old!

Monday 12 June 2023
A woman with red hair embraces a smiling young girl with brown hair in front of green foliage. The woman wears a black top adorned with roses, and the girl is dressed in a black jacket. They are outdoors in a natural setting.
Do you know about our full offer for carers?

Thursday 8 June 2023
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Accessing Child Trust Funds: Get advice at our Facebook Live on 19 June

Tuesday 6 June 2023
A father plays with his smiling baby on a playmat. Above them is the text: "To all the families caring round-the-clock for disabled children: we see you. HAPPY CARERS WEEK! #CarersWeek #MakeCaringVisible.
Recognising and supporting carers this Carers Week

Monday 5 June 2023
Dad with son reading book
Parent carers to get right to unpaid leave next year

Friday 2 June 2023
Children in green DinoDay t-shirts that are taking part in the Stomp & Roar challenge.
Ready, Steady, Stomp – Our DinoDay challenge is here!

Thursday 1 June 2023
A young boy pours water from a plastic jug into a sensory table with colorful toys, watched closely by an older blonde woman. Nearby, a young girl in a pink shirt observes. The background buzzes with vibrant decorations and other children engaged in playful workshops.
Universal Credit childcare support to come this June

Wednesday 31 May 2023
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£150 disability cost-of-living support payment dates announced

Tuesday 30 May 2023
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NHS England to allow pharmacies to prescribe most common medications

Thursday 25 May 2023
Child wearing mask at home
Let’s Be Heard: Scottish government opens Covid inquiry

Wednesday 24 May 2023
Lunchboxes filled with sandwiches, fruit, vegetables
Minister for schools confirms free school meals voucher option for disabled children on school roll

Tuesday 23 May 2023
DinoDay school resources poster
Could your child’s primary school join us this DinoDay?

Tuesday 23 May 2023
Empty classroom chairs in a row
MPs hear evidence on school absence of disabled children

Monday 22 May 2023
Poster for Parallel Windsor event on July 2, 2023, featuring Windsor Castle at the top. Activities listed include races (1K, 5K, 10K), music, sport, art, storytelling, food, and drink. Sponsors and supporters include Sure and Contact, promoting inclusivity for all ages and abilities.
#MakeHistory with Contact at a festival of inclusivity and challenge events!

Friday 19 May 2023