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Your rights and the support you can get if you have a disabled child, including childcare, car costs, house adaptations and education

• Overview

  Your local council can provide help if you have a disabled child,…

• Childcare

  Your local council’s Family Information Service can give you details about…

• Education

  Under the Equality Act 2010, it’s against the law for schools and other…

• Motability scheme

  The Motability Scheme can help you lease a car if your child is aged 3 or…

• Home adaptations

  If your home needs to be adapted to meet your child’s needs, you may be…

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• Updated: 19 January 2026