Resource Type: Parent guides and factsheets

How to access help from your local authority to help make caring for your disabled child easier.

A list of our guides for parents and professionals.

Information for parents of children with hemiplegia who may be offered botulinum toxin treatment.

Information about getting a diagnosis for your child, and how to access help and support when you don’t have one.

How to support siblings of disabled children.

How to challenge a local school transport policy.

Why eye checks are important, how they are done, how to access eye care, and how you can prepare and support your child.

A list of charities that give education grants to families caring for a disabled child.

A template letter for those renting in the private sector under local housing allowance rules.

How to attract and keep members for parent support groups.

Guide to council tax discounts, support schemes and help available.

Why children with hemiplegia may be offered ankle foot orthoses, and what types may be available.

Education options and rights to extra help for young people with special educational needs aged between 19-25 in England.

How to help if you’re concerned about your child’s behaviour.

Why GP learning disability registers and annual health checks are important and how to access them.

How to claim Disability Living Allowance (DLA) – the main benefit for disabled children.

Why disabled children may have problems with toilet training, plus practical tips and advice to help.

Poster showing important milestones in a child’s development.