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A group of fundraisers dressed up in Santa outfits posting outside St Paul's Cathedral

New year, new challenge!

Friday 9 January 2026

In December, we were blown away by the incredible supporters who took part in Santa in the City, raising an amazing £4,000...
Celebrating 10 years of our special education helpline service

Tuesday 16 November 2021
Portrait of Will Quince MP, the children and families minister
Children and Families Minister publishes open letter to parent carers in England

Wednesday 10 November 2021
School desk with workbooks and stationary
Join our Additional Learning Needs Wales webinar on 18 November

Wednesday 10 November 2021
Text: "ARE YOU READY? More children than ever are catching an infectious respiratory virus this year that can cause severe illness in vulnerable infants. Find out what to do at contact.org.uk/rsv." Background: Blue with virus and medical icons. Logos: #HWFund, contact.
Nearly 250 of you have already joined our baby & toddler email group!

Tuesday 9 November 2021
Little girl in hospital bed
Is your child often in hospital? Learn how to cut down on extra costs and stress at special Facebook Q&A

Monday 8 November 2021
A child wearing a white shirt and denim jacket stands in front of a black door marked with the number 10, holding up a letter with the word "contact" visible at the top. The child smiles at the camera, appearing happy and proud.
New rules seek to stop disabled students from claiming Universal Credit

Friday 5 November 2021
HemiHelp event - child holding basketball, ready to shoot
We’re dreaming big – watch our video to find out more!

Thursday 4 November 2021
Photo of Oliver McGowan
Health and care workers urged to sign up Oliver McGowan autism and learning disability training

Tuesday 2 November 2021
A child in a yellow jacket rides a balance bike on a brick path covered in autumn leaves. In the distance, on the same path, a person wearing a beige coat extends their arms towards the child. Trees with fall foliage surround the path.
Autumn is officially here – and so are sniffles and colds!

Monday 1 November 2021
A vaccine vial labeled "Coronavirus Vaccine COVID-19, Injection Only" is held by gloved hands. A syringe is being inserted into the vial to draw out the vaccine. The background is yellow.
Covid boosters and children’s vaccines now available at walk-in centres

Monday 1 November 2021
Outside shot of UK Parliament building
Don’t suffer in silence: join the Menopause Revolution

Friday 29 October 2021
Coins next to a calculator
Universal Credit budget changes will help working families – but not those out of work

Thursday 28 October 2021
Chancellor Rishi Sunak holding up the Budget 2021 briefcase
Budget 2021 shows encouraging signs but falls short for families with disabled children, says DCP

Wednesday 27 October 2021
Photo of UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak speaking
Contact calls for increase in Carer’s Allowance earnings limit in budget tomorrow

Tuesday 26 October 2021
Children having lunch in a classroom
Disabled Children’s Partnership comments on new education funding for disabled children

Tuesday 26 October 2021
The hands of a medical professional giving someone a vaccine shot
How many doses of the Covid vaccine should my disabled child get?

Monday 25 October 2021
A group of people stand in a circle with their hands stacked together in the center. Each person is wearing a colorful sweater, showcasing various textures and patterns. The image conveys a sense of unity and teamwork.
Covid challenges can’t stop work of parent carer forums across England

Friday 22 October 2021
A woman with glasses and braided hair holds a baby dressed in a striped shirt while sitting on a blue fabric seat in a vehicle, likely a bus or train. The baby looks curiously at the camera. The interior is softly lit, and other passengers are blurred in the background.
Do you care for a baby or toddler? We’re here to help you

Thursday 21 October 2021