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Welcome to the VACTERL Association Support Group
Written by Administrator   
Sunday, 06 January 2008

Our KidsThe VACTERL Association Support Group is a new support group dedicated to helping families affected by VACTERL/VATER Association based in the UK. Why not visit our online forum for help and support, as well as talk to other people connected through VACTERL.

Aims of the support group are:-

  • To develop a network that will provide advice and support to children and parents/carers of VACTERL children.
  • Advise the medical profession of the Association.
  • Develop a system of promoting self esteem for the VACTERL child.
  • Generate opportunities for the VACTERL child.
  • Provide opportunities for VACTERL children to meet each other and develop supporting friendships.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 11 December 2008 )
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UK Disability living allowance (DLA) for under 16's
Written by Administrator   
Sunday, 06 January 2008

Disability Living Allowance for children under the age of 16

What is it?

AccessabilityYou can claim the Disability Living Allowance for a child with a severe physical or mental illness or disability if they require more help or looking after than other children of the same age, because of their illness or disability.

Last Updated ( Thursday, 31 January 2008 )
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Fuel Price Hikes
Written by Neale   
Wednesday, 30 January 2008

MoneySharp fuel bill rises will hit families of disabled children hardest.

Contact a Family and the Every Disabled Child Matters campaign are calling on government to give families of disabled children a winter fuel payment.

Last Updated ( Thursday, 31 January 2008 )
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