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contact (previously known as contact a family)

Finding out your child has a disability or medical condition can be difficult and bewildering. Parents of disabled children need support, information and advice.
As a parent of a disabled child you may not know where to turn to. You may be trying to cope with a whole range of feelings, while being constantly exhausted from the physical demands of parenting. There is support out there. Find out more at: www.cafamily.org.uk
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Contact a Families' SEN service provides comprehensive advice on a broad range of issues related to special educational needs in any setting.  They also provide a service called 'Linking Familes' where you can find other families in similar situations. www.makingcontact.org

Contact the helpline on 0808 808 3555 or by e-mailing helpline@cafamily.org.uk.
The helpline is open Monday-Friday, 9.30am-5pm.

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Contact have recently updated their guides to DLA and Money Matters. visit the website to download your copy and the many other resources available.

They are the main support for Bexley Voice and we highly recommend you visit their website. Watch their introduction video below!
Order your copy of 'The helpful guide for families with disabled children'
Request a free copy of our helpful guide and get all the information and help you need to enjoy family life.
To order your copy, simply fill out the online form by the picture below clicking here:
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  • Please visit their website for information on the following: 
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  • Benefits and financial support

Contact a Family run a general helpline for advice on issues like benefits or tax credits, details of local parents support groups, how to access help with getting a break from caring and also has a registered immigration adviser who can give basic advice in immigration matters.

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  • HOME
    • Bexley Voice Policies
    • Copyright Disclaimer
    • Website Feedback Form
  • About
    • BAME FOCUS GROUP
    • Membership >
      • Membership Form - Parents and Carers
      • Membership Form - Professionals
      • Members - Update your details
      • Facebook Group for Parents and Carers in Bexley
    • Meet the BV Team
    • Photo Gallery
  • Events
    • ASD Post Diagnosis Workshops
    • Bexley Voice Workshops
    • Pears Foundation Project
    • Zoom In
  • Information
    • Cornerstone School
    • Education >
      • EHCP's in Bexley >
        • Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) >
          • EHCP Videos
          • Understanding Outcomes (for EHC Plans)
      • Home Schooling
      • SEN support in Bexley
    • Legislation
    • SUPPORT >
      • Bexley's 'Local Offer'
      • Bexley Council Services
      • My Guides for parent/Carers in Bexley
      • Bexley IASS (Information, Advice and Support Service)
      • Coronavirus guidance and support
      • Early Years Support
      • Equipment and Aids
      • Financial Support
      • Getting a Diagnoses
      • Health Services
      • Hospital Admission - Emergency Core Information
      • Local Organisations
      • National Organisations
      • Support for Carers
      • SEND Transport >
        • Bexley SEND Travel Assistance
      • Short Breaks in Bexley
      • Support for Specific Needs - A-Z >
        • Autism (ASD) >
          • The NAS Transition Support Service
        • ADHD
        • Aspergers
        • Challenging Behaviour
        • Dyslexia
        • Down's Syndrome
        • Cerebra (Support with Brain and other Conditions)
        • Cerebral Palsy
        • Hearing Impairment
        • ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder)
        • PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) Syndrome
        • Syndromes without a name
        • Visual Impairment
        • Bullying - Support & Advice
    • Transition - Primary/Secondary
    • Transition - Preparing for Adulthood >
      • Access To Work Scheme
      • Advocacy for All
      • BEXLEY VOICE PARENT TRANSITION PLANNER
      • GP Annual LD Health Checks age 14+
      • Growing Up, Relationships, Puberty and sexual awareness
      • London SEN Education Mediation Service
      • The NAS Transition Support Service
      • Preparing for Adulthood - List of Contacts
      • Post 16 Options
      • Supported Internships in Bexley
    • WELLBEING ADULTS
    • WELLBEING CHILDREN
  • Support Us
    • Become a Volunteer or Trustee with BV
    • Donations and Fundraising
    • Trustee Information
    • Volunteer Information
  • Our Work
    • E-Bulletins
    • Health Focus Day - Anxiety and Behaviour Slide Packs
    • School Visit Programme
    • SUMMER 2020 VIDEO PROGRAMME
    • 'Tea & Talk' Parent/Carer Support Group
  • Use your voice
    • SEN Toolkit Parent/Carer Survey
  • Contact Us