Where can I get a grant during these difficult times?? I am supporting a family of a disabled 12yr old boy. He has outgrown his running/cycling stroller and as his disease has progressed he also ...
Discussion in Housing and independent living - 7 Oct 2020
I’m Cara, mum to Blair aged 9 and Lyla aged 7. My beautiful, funny daughter Lyla was diagnosed with a rare brain disorder called polymicrogyria and quadriplegic cerebral palsy when she was 9 months ...
Discussion in Disability rights and campaigning - 20 Nov 2019
Hi im new, looking for advice about getting divorced while being main parent and Carer of a disabled child. my ex is only breadwinner. im unlikely to be able to work as child gets dla and I get ...
Discussion in Children, parents, and families - 4 Feb 2020
Hi, I currently recieve adult disability payment ( scottish pip) I have also just started receiving Lcwra. My son also receives child disability payment (scottish dla) We recieve the disabled child ...
Discussion in Benefits and financial support - 8 Mar 2024
Hi, Does anyone have any advice on the best place to find a reputable carer for a child with severe disabilities? We found our previous carer through our physio and she is amazing but has just told ...
Discussion in Children, parents, and families - 30 Apr 2021
Hi , I need to find a part time carer for my disabled daughter, I get direct payments but find it so hard to find the right care, any ideas?
Discussion in Children, parents, and families - 3 Sep 2016
Scope is planning our next years’ activity and wants to make sure we’re responding to issues that matter to parents and carers of disabled children, and your families. We’d like to hear your thoughts ...
Discussion in Research and opportunities - 2 Mar 2021
The amount of times I have searched for hotels with a provision of disabled rooms. When you get back the results of your search and you look at the results and you pick one and book it. You think ...
Discussion in Everyday life - 20 Sep 2017
Good morning I am wondering if anyone can help or advise me as to whether my daughters Universal Credit payment is correct as I feel that the deductions they are taking from her might be incorrect. I ...
Discussion in Universal Credit (UC) - 26 Jul 2024
Hi looking for some advice if anyone’s been in the same situation. I’ve received my migration notice from universal credit for me and my partner however I’m worried about what happens next as right ...
Discussion in Benefits and financial support - 20 May 2024
