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Grants There are a number of grants and funds available for help with the cost of transport expenses, holidays, cold weather payments, one off pieces of equipment, and so on. All these grants are dependent on an assessment of your individual circumstances and this section can help signpost you to organisations that can provide further information. Related Organisations Ableize A UK and Ireland resource of disability mobility and special needs advice. Care Quality Commision The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of all health and adult social care in England. Childrens Services Children's Services works to ensure that the Every Child Matters/Children Act 2004 is implemented effectively in Hampshire Community Legal Advice Community Legal Advice is a free and confidential advice service paid for by legal aid Contact A Family Helpline The Contact a Family freephone helpline is a one stop shop for parents and other family members caring for a disabled child. Disability Website - Government info website Government website offering information and support for people with a disability Family Fund The Family Fund helps families with severely disabled children to have choices and the opportunity to enjoy ordinary life. Family Fund Extra Become a member of Family Fund extra and you will benefit from receiving discounts on thousands of products and services Family Holiday Association The Family Holiday Association, Hampshire County Council Information Services Have you looked at the Information on the Hampshire County Council Website? Hampshire Family Information Directory The Hampshire Family Information Directory offers parents and practitioners the ability to search for information about childcare and family services in their local community, in other neighbouring authority areas and nationally. Lady Hoare Trust Contact a Family and the Lady Hoare Trust for Physically Disabled Children (LHT) formally merged on 1st December 2004. Merlins Magic Wand Providing magical experiences for those who are seriously ill, disabled or disadvantaged. Motability Motability Mobility Scheme Multiple Sclerosis Society The Society funds MS research, runs respite centres, provides grants, education and training on MS. Southampton & District Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association Support Group for families affected by hydrocephalus or spina bifida Turn2us Turn2us, the new independent charity that helps people access the money available to them – through welfare benefits, grants and other help.

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