Covid-19 vaccine
Campaigning for high risk children to get early access to the covid vaccine We are pleased that the JCVI listened to the voices of thousands of families with clinically vulnerable children who...
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Education
Some children may need more support than others to achieve their potential in early years settings and at school. This may be because they have a disability, medical condition or...
What to do if your eligible child hasn’t been invited for a Covid vaccine yet
Vulnerable children aged 12-15 eligible for a Covid vaccine should have received an invitation for their first appointment by the end of yesterday, Monday 23 August. NHS England has asked...
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...
Our helpline
Get in touch via phone, email or social media for advice and support from our team.
The Scottish Child Payment – episode transcript
Hi. My name is Derek and I’m an adviser on Contact’s free Helpline for families with disabled children. This podcast is about the Scottish Child Payment a benefit for low...
Engaging with local health partners
With so much change happening in the NHS, engaging with local health partners, including Clinical Commissioning Groups, GPs or health trusts is very relevant for parent carer forums. This page...
Policies and Procedures
Find more information and downloadable templates for policies and procedures.
EHC plans
Some pupils receive support through an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan.
Legal requirements and best practice for forums
This section looks at Insurance, DBS checks and forum contact details.
Help with household bills
There are a number of schemes and grants to help you with water, fuel and other utility bills as a result of caring for a disabled child.
Free online parent workshops for families caring for a child with hemiplegia this March
Free online parent workshops for families caring for a child with hemiplegia this March We’ve got two parent workshops exclusive for our HemiHelp families coming up this March. Support for...
Exclusive FREE workshop for HemiHelp parent carers
Exclusive FREE workshop for parent carers You’re invited to our free online workshop on Wednesday 27 September, 10-12, aimed at parents concerned about their child’s anxiety. This workshop is exclusive...
The SEND and AP Improvement Plan
This advice applies in England only. Read information for families in Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales. The government published its plans to reform the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and alternative provision (AP)...
Don’t miss our next FREE workshop about speech, language & communication for primary school age children
Don’t miss our next FREE workshop about speech, language & communication for primary school age children Book your free place at our online workshop happening next month on 6n February, 10am...
Health and social care transitions
Differences in service structures, legal requirements for consent and guardianship, and the importance of early planning.
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...
Conflicts of Interest
Conflicts of interest can happen for forums and it is import to understand how to manage these.
