Useful Links 2
Financial Support & Grants
Family Fund
If you are raising a disabled or seriously ill child and need support with essential items, Family Fund may be able to help.
https://www.familyfund.org.uk/
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children
DLA may help with the extra costs of looking after a child who:
- is under 16
- has difficulties walking, or
- needs much more looking after than a child of the same age without a disability
Eligibility requirements apply.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
PIP can help with extra living costs if a person has both:
- a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability
- difficulty doing certain everyday tasks or getting around
NDCS guidance on claiming PIP for young people
NDCS “How‑to” Guide for completing the PIP form
Government benefit rates information
Birkdale Trust
This charity provides financial support to children and young people with hearing impairment and to organisations supporting them.
http://www.grantsforthedeaf.co.uk/
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
Students with a disability, health condition or learning difference may apply for DSAs to help with extra study-related costs. DSAs do not need to be repaid.
Local Support in Bolton
Local Offer
Information on events, services and activities for children and young people with SEND in Bolton.