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Two women are reading books together in a cozy room. One, with long braids and a purple floral top, is smiling at the book, while the other, in a pink shirt, is focusing on the

Disabled children missing from social care reform plan

Friday 29 May 2026

A major new government plan to reform children’s social care risks failing disabled children and their families yet again, Contact is warning....
A graphic featuring logos for the Disabled Children's Partnership and Contact. A thoughtful parent sits with a hand on their head, while a bubble shows a child jumping with a ball. Text reads, "Are you able to plan for holiday clubs and your child's summer holiday activities?
Holiday clubs survey – anything planned for your disabled child this summer?

Tuesday 20 June 2023
Lots of children wearing green t-shirts who participated in the DinoDay Stomp and Roar Challenge
Our annual fundraiser DinoDay is here – join the fun!

Monday 19 June 2023
The image features the logo for Autism Central, which includes a multi-colored abstract design composed of overlapping circles in various shades of blue, pink, and purple. To the right, the text reads, "Autism Central For parents and carers.
Calling all Midlands and London families who want to find out more about autism

Friday 16 June 2023
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
Mum and child smiling on a walk near a forest
Child Trust Fund campaign in the news

Thursday 15 June 2023
Picture of cancer cells
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
Hand putting British coins into piggy bank with coins spread out around it.
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
UK banknotes next to calculator
£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