Where to get help
Verified charities, foundations and public support. Please check current terms on each organization's website before applying.
Public support
Ask about support measures in your region: individual rehabilitation programs, assistive devices, benefits and payments. A local social services office is a good starting point.
Autism
National Autistic Society (UK)
Information, guidance and support services for autistic people and their families.
Autism Speaks (US)
Resources for families, toolkits for newly diagnosed children, advocacy.
Cerebral palsy
Cerebral Palsy Foundation (US)
Information, parent resources and guidance for families of children with cerebral palsy.
Scope (UK)
Support and advice for disabled people and their families, including families of children with CP.
Down syndrome
National Down Syndrome Society (US)
Information, resources and advocacy for people with Down syndrome and their families.
Down's Syndrome Association (UK)
Support, information and services for families of children with Down syndrome.
Childhood cancer
Children with Cancer UK
Funding research and supporting families affected by childhood cancer: information and family support programs.
Young Lives vs Cancer (UK)
Practical and emotional support for children and young people with cancer: social workers, grants, 'Home from Home' accommodation near hospitals.
American Cancer Society
Information and support programs for people with cancer and their families, including children.
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