News and blogs
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School transport survey – how does the school transport loophole affect you?
Wednesday 13th November 2019
In partnership with parents at SEND Action and the #closetheloop campaign group we are today launching a survey to find out how the school transport loophole is affecting families in England.
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Meeting other parents was such a relief – Grace’s story
Tuesday 12th November 2019
Our Changing Lives Appeal continues today with Grace’s story.
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It's Anti-Bullying Week 2019
Monday 11th November 2019
This week is Anti-Bullying Week, which happens in schools across England each November. Anti-Bullying Week is run by our friends at the Anti-Bullying Alliance, and this year's theme is Change Starts With Us.
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Challenging behaviour workshop gets 100% positive feedback from HemiHelp parents
Friday 8th November 2019
Last Friday 20 parents/carers of children with hemiplegia met in London for a free Challenging Behaviour workshop, organised by our HemiHelp team and delivered by Alaina Dingwall, a family worker from Contact's Wandsworth team.
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Feeling chilly? We have some cosy nights sleep solutions
Thursday 7th November 2019
The cooler weather can tend to hinder some children with additional needs from going outdoors or doing activities in the rain. Even at home, children may feel discomfort from the cold. But don't worry, our team at Fledglings has some nifty product ideas to help your child keep warm this season!
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Over 170 parent carers gather to celebrate the impact of Parent Participation
Wednesday 6th November 2019
Today sees the start of the Parent Carer Participation conference organised by Contact and the National Network for Parent Carer Forums. Over 170 parents from more than 90 Parent Carer Forums from across England are meeting at the two-day conference being held at the Crowne Plaza in Chester.
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Government to reassess Personal Independence Payment awards
Wednesday 6th November 2019
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) is to reassess some Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims following a change to the law.
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Success for parents' campaign paves way to improved care for children with learning disabilities
Tuesday 5th November 2019
The Government has today announced that there will be compulsory training on learning disability and autism for all health and social care staff.
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Today we launch our Changing Lives Appeal
Tuesday 5th November 2019
Today we launch our Changing Lives Appeal. We're celebrating 40 years of Contact and asking you to help us continue changing the lives of families with disabled children.
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New Blue Badge rules make it easier for children to qualify in England
Tuesday 5th November 2019
The Blue Badge rules in England underwent major changes this summer that are designed to make it easier for many children and adults with so called ‘invisible disabilities’ like learning difficulties or autism spectrum disorders, to qualify.
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