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 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. Sign up for the newsletter and follow the Facebook group! 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:
- Early years/portage
- Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Statutory Assessments
- Statements/EHC Plans
- Transition Planning
- 139A assessments and post-16 provision
- Home education
- Bullying
- Exclusions
- School transport
- 16 - 19 Bursary Fund
- 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.