Video Games – Therapy of the Future? Parents know too much time on screens increases the risk of obesity, diabetes and musculoskeletal disorders, but what if gaming could actually double up as physical therapy?
Getting a diagnosis This advice applies across the UK. Once you realise your child may have a learning difficulty or health problem, getting a diagnosis might be the next step. Background to diagnosis...
Campaigns and research Join us to influence policy and campaign so politicians and decision-makers tackle the inequalities faced by families with disabled children.
The flu vaccine Questions and answers about getting a flu vaccination to address concerns parents have raised with us.
Getting a job Getting a job At some stage, you and your child will start to think about what happens when they finish school. In some cases, this will mean entering the world...
Roadmap for the new government Roadmap for the next government - disabled children deserve a government that is prepared to think big and to build a society where everyone is given equal opportunities.
Dealing with debt This advice applies across the UK. We’ve put together some tips on working through your debts and what your rights are when dealing with creditors. Getting debt advice If you...
Introduction to DLA videos – Somali Introduction to DLA videos – Soomaalida Haddii aad leedahay ilmo naafo ah (xitaa haddii aad wali sugeyso ogolaanshaha ama cadayn) waxaad xaq u yeelan kartaa inaad hesho Disability Living Allowance...
Managing volunteers Managing volunteers We’ve put together a suite of downloadable guides to help you manage your volunteers, from putting key policies in place to helping them develop their skills.
Blue Badge disabled parking permits Some disabled children qualify for a Blue Badge. A Blue Badge allows you to park close to where you need to go, such as in disabled parking spaces. What is...
Help with funeral expenses There is financial help available to go towards funeral costs, including for the costs of a child’s funeral and to help families on low incomes. Funeral Payments For families in...
Putting things right – Scotland Understanding your rights The Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities sets out your rights when you use NHS services in Scotland. An easy read version of the charter is also...
Tweaking & adapting computers Tweaking & adapting computers Computers are everywhere in our lives: home, school, work and play. Children with hemiplegia may seem to start at a disadvantage, but learning to use computers...
What is social care? Some disabled children and their parents will need practical support both inside the home and outside it.
Regional Co-ordinator – London Regional Co-ordinator – London Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2025 Hours: 21 Hours per week Salary: £26,085-£29,108 Join us! Contact a Family is a national charity for families with...
Our approach Our approach The social model of disability We follow a social model of disability. This says that it is aspects of society that cause a person’s inability to do certain...
Join our Ambassador Giving Circle Join our Ambassadors Giving Circle today and help transform the lives of families with disabled children. Membership starts from £1,000.