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Raising a child with a disability or serious illness comes with a lot of extra challenges, not just emotionally and physically, but financially too. The Family is an amazing UK charity that helps ease some of that pressure by offering grants for SEN families who need it most. Learn who can apply for the family...
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Have you ever stopped to think about how exhausting it must be to pretend to be someone you’re not, every single day? For many people who hide their disabilities, that’s their reality. Explore why people hide their disabilities, the hidden...
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If you're a parent or carer of a child with special educational needs (SEN), you'll know that navigating the system for support can sometimes feel overwhelming. Across the UK, the Umbrella Pathway is designed to bring together all the different...
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When it comes to autism, the right financial support such as grants can make a huge difference in someone’s life. In this blog we cover autism grants available in the UK and how to apply for them. Autism grants can...
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Autism affects 1 in 36 children and is a lifelong condition that shapes how a person experiences the world. Learn about autism, its signs, and the support available to help individuals thrive.
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Learn about NACC1 a rare, life changing neurodevelopmental disorder, which causes developmental delays, seizures and other conditions. NACC1 is currently uncurable and is still yet to be researched fully.
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When most people think of seizures, they imagine someone shaking or losing consciousness. But not all seizures are obvious. Silent seizures, also known as non-motor seizures, happen without the typical physical signs that people expect. These seizures are subtle and...
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Imagine not being able to talk. We rely on words every day. They are how we express our thoughts, our needs, and our feelings. We communicate with each other easily and effortlessly. But for some non verbal children, communication is...
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When Toby was around 12 months old, Michelle, my daughter-in-law, began to voice some concerns about his development. Specifically, she was worried about his speech. I remember feeling a mix of emotions as I listened to her—part of me reassured...
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This rare and serious condition mainly develops in infants and young children. It causes developmental delays and severe epilepsy, which can often result in a poor quality of life for those affected. This blog aims to help you understand the...
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