All the information in this post was taken from Carer's Oxfordshire and Oxfordshire County Council and consolidated into one post for your information and may be subject to change. What is a carer's assessment If caring has a major impact on your life you can talk to Carers Oxfordshire about the help and support you may need. This is called a carer's assessment. This can happen even if the person you care for is unwilling to accept help. To work out what support would be most

The following information has been taken from the Family Fund website and consolidated into one post for your information...... Family Fund is the UK’s largest charity providing grants for families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people. We provide grants for a wide range of items, such as washing machines, sensory toys, family breaks, bedding, tablets, furniture, outdoor play equipment, clothing and computers. It can be a struggle financially, emotionall

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a benefit that helps with the extra costs that disabled people face as a result of their disabilities. DLA is not means-tested, and it is tax free. Does your child require more care than the 'average' child? Do they need a lot more attention and supervision than other children of the same age? DLA has two components (parts): mobility and care. People can receive just one component or both together. The care component is paid at three diffe