Information from the government
The Department for Work and Pensions' website provides a list of benefits available for carers of children with special needs (opens a new window). There are also other benefits you may be able to claim (opens a new window). You can also download and print benefit claim forms from this website.
Information from other charities
Contact a Family website (opens a new window) provides clear advice about claiming benefits. There is also more information on about benefits for visually impaired children on the Action for Blind People website (opens a new window) .
For parents and carers of deaf children, the NDCS offers Regional and Family Officers, who can help with claiming benefit. Visit the NDCS website for more information (opens a new window).
Information about the blue badge
You can get a blue badge for your child if she/he has a difficulty of walking or is immobile.
With the badge, you with your child can park the car somewhere convienent such as close to the shops and GP's office. You can also park for free in the metered parking area.
To claim the badge, contact your local social services (opens a new window). You can read the blue bage booklet on the department for transport website (opens a new window).
Information from the Mobility and General Information Centre (MAGIC)
You can get a discount in purchasing a Ford adapted vehicle under the 'outright purchase scheme' if your child is a blue badge holder. For more information contact Ford’s Magic at 0800 240 241 or visit the MAGIC website (opens a new window).
