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A mum hugs her son on a sofa in front of a window.

The ‘Health’ part of an education health and care plan

Monday 2 March 2026

Today on Radio 4’s SEND in the Spotlight, mum Becci Tobin, a Contact Changemaker, has spoken about the importance of the health...
Three adults in colourful dress standing in front of a banner.
The Hope Project: Support for families with Sickle Cell Disease in Scotland

Wednesday 8 October 2025
HemiHelp event - child in wheelchair playing balloon game with adult
Live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland? Take our short survey

Tuesday 7 October 2025
Dad and son at Kew Gardens, son walking along log
“Direct payments must cover full cost of care” say legal experts

Tuesday 7 October 2025
HemiHelp event - children outside with arms in air after winning game of tug'o'war
Start planning for the future with confidence

Friday 3 October 2025
Family at Brighton Beach with Brighton Pier in background
Celebrating Black History Month this October

Thursday 2 October 2025
HemiHelp event - parents with young child talking to Contact team member
Contact CEO highlights SEND reform need on Sky Breakfast

Wednesday 1 October 2025
A man rides a blue bicycle while guiding a child seated on a connected yellow tricycle. They are outdoors, surrounded by grass, a brick wall, and other people walking or standing nearby.
Chancellor announces “youth guarantee” of paid work

Tuesday 30 September 2025
Woman wear a fight for ordinary t-shirt stands outside Parliament holding a banner above her head. The banner features the words 'Different not less''
Your Voice: “Families are being forced into battles they should never face”

Monday 29 September 2025
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.
Law Commission calls for new definition of a “disabled child”

Wednesday 24 September 2025
A mum hugs her son on a sofa in front of a window.
Do you have an experience to share about Continuing Care?

Tuesday 23 September 2025
Yellow Wales school bus
Luke and Ryan have school places, but can’t get there

Tuesday 23 September 2025
Mum with child who is trying out a sensory toy at a Kidz to Adultz event.
Practical help, expert advice and festive fun all under one roof at the Liverpool Kidz to Adultz exhibition this December! 

Monday 22 September 2025
A young woman, claiming with confidence, reads a book to a smiling boy in a wheelchair. They sit together indoors, both appearing happy and fully engaged in the activity.
Live in Conwy or Gwynedd? Book your free appointment and let us help you claim the benefits you deserve with confidence 

Friday 19 September 2025
Classroom doors open to empty school hallway
Solving the SEND crisis: Contact’s analysis

Thursday 18 September 2025
Two children in woodland school - one is looking through binoculars at the other.
Turning imagination into action

Thursday 18 September 2025
A woman stands beside a Contact information stall and banner for families with disabled children. The banner features photos of smiling people and provides contact details for support services in Scotland.
Live in Scotland? We’ve got lots of events happening this autumn

Wednesday 17 September 2025
A young woman and a girl with Down syndrome are sitting at a table together. The girl is holding wooden toy blocks, and they are making eye contact. The woman appears to be speaking about school strikes while the girl listens intently in the cozy, indoor setting.
MPs speak up for the rights of children and young people with SEND

Tuesday 16 September 2025
Children painting pottery supervised by parent
Law Commission recommends radical reform of disabled children’s social care law

Tuesday 16 September 2025