Challenging school transport policies in England
Research we carried out as part of our school transport inquiry has shown that a number of policies do not comply with the law. We are also aware of parent...
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Designing and reviewing services
Information about commissioning including strategic planning, procuring services and monitoring and evaluation, and how forums can help.
Taking care of yourself
The information on this page has been written by parents who have been bereaved. It has been reproduced with kind permission from The Child Death Helpline. How you might feel...
Child Winter Heating Payment
Child Winter Heating Payment is an annual payment to help families with severely-disabled children pay their winter heating costs.
What to do when a child dies
What to do when a child dies, including registering their death and getting support from a local hospice.
Relationship breakdown and separation
Many of the parents we speak to say their experiences bringing up a disabled child have brought them closer together. Some couples do become overwhelmed and separate, but with the...
Making friends
Having friends is vital for our self-esteem as we grow up. Sometimes there are obstacles to a disabled child making friends at school. For example, a child with a full-time...
Epilepsy
This information aims to answer your questions about epilepsy: what it is, why it is associated with hemiplegia and how it might be treated.
Watch our webinar on managed migration to Universal Credit
Last week our Family Finance Team ran a webinar looking at the process of managed migration to Universal Credit.The webinar is now available to watch on our YouTube channel.You can also download...
Families with children who are “looked after” by their local authority will be much worse off under Universal Credit
Families asked to claim Universal Credit under managed migration will be left much worse off if they have a disabled child who is “looked after” by their local authority in a residential...
9/10 families unable to find suitable holiday club for their disabled child this summer
BBC News have exclusively revealed our new findings that show nine out of 10 families have been unable to find a suitable holiday club or activity for their disabled child...
Ways that schools can deal with bullying
Schools have a legal duty of care towards their pupils and a responsibility to prevent bullying amongst them. Schools can deal with bullying in different ways.
Puberty and growing up
As puberty approaches you need to prepare yourselves and your son or daughter for a more adult status by allowing them to be as independent as possible.
Developing self esteem
Growing up is about growing into a confident adult with a range of close friendships, including sexual relationships. It is about developing self esteem, a good body image and the...
Who to talk to about concerns
You can talk about any worries you have about your child with your family doctor (GP), health visitor or nurse. A doctor or nurse might suggest your child sees a...
Contact Scotland
Our team in Scotland is here to support you and your family.
The benefit cap
The benefit cap limits the total amount of benefits that an out-of-work family can receive, but some families are exempt. What is the benefit cap? The (household) benefit cap limits...
Crime and criminal justice
No one plans for their young person to be in a situation where the police become involved. But it’s important to be aware of how you can support them if...