Tips on completing the DLA form On this page we offer some general top tips on completing the DLA1A Child form.
Support in education NI Support in education This advice applies in Northern Ireland only. Read information for families in England, Scotland or Wales. Here you can read about support in education for children with...
FAQs Use our Frequently Asked Questions tool to help you find answers to some of the most common questions we get.
Aids & equipment Caring for a disabled child can sometimes become easier with the use of certain aids and equipment. Getting the right equipment early will help your child’s development and confidence. And...
Claiming DLA higher rate mobility Even if your child has no physical problems with walking, they might still qualify for the higher rate of the DLA mobility component if their behaviour is very difficult to...
Helping children in pre-school Top tips for staff working in early years settings Creating an inclusive pre-school setting Including disabled children in your pre-school setting is a case of extending ordinary good practice and...
Help with childcare costs Childcare is expensive, but there may be help available to meet the costs, including free childcare schemes and entitlements through the benefits system.
Child Disability Payment This advice applies in Scotland only. Child Disability Payment is the main benefit for disabled children in Scotland. It has replaced claims for Disability Living Allowance (DLA). What is Child...
Changes in circumstances Certain changes in circumstances can mean that the benefits you receive for your disabled child or for your family might change.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) Questions and answers to help you protect your child from the Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Applying for a school place We'll help you apply for a place for your child, whether they are starting school for the first time or changing to another school.
Child Trust Funds and Mental Capacity Q&A Contact recently hosted a live Q&A session with lawyers Myra O’Neill from Foresters Financial and Philip Warford from Renaissance Legal. Contact’s Policy & Campaigns Director Una Summerson quizzed Myra and...
Health Disabled children are likely to attend a number of hospital and doctor appointments, and depending on their condition or disability they might need extra support from professionals. Why families might...
Finding childcare Good quality childcare can benefit both parents and children. Some families use informal childcare such as other family members, friends or neighbours. However you may find you need to make...
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is the main benefit for children under 16 with a condition or disability.
Help with medical needs This advice applies in England only. Read information for families in Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales. Many children have medical conditions that significantly affect their school life. Some children miss...
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Feeding and eating Learn about the reasons your child might be having difficulty eating and find out what you can do to address common issues.