Family Fund
Grants for eligible low-income families raising a disabled or seriously ill child, covering items such as appliances, clothing, computers and sensory equipment.
Support is available, and it is okay to ask for help even if you are not sure where to begin. Small steps can still make a real difference.
About this service
Family Fund offers grants for eligible low-income families raising a disabled or seriously ill child, covering items such as appliances, clothing, computers and sensory equipment. This service is there to help people find clearer information, fairer access to support and more manageable next steps when disability, caring responsibilities or family pressures are affecting daily life. Depending on the service, help may include advice, grants information, peer support, advocacy, online guidance, assessments or wider signposting. Checking the website or contacting the service can help confirm what is currently available.
How they can help you
Family Fund can help by offering reliable information, practical guidance and support that respects people’s circumstances. Depending on the service, this might include advocacy, grants guidance, emotional support, peer support, legal advice, carers’ support or help connecting with other services. The aim is to reduce stress, improve understanding and help people feel more supported and informed.
What to expect
When you get in touch, you can usually expect clear information, a supportive response and guidance on the next step or support route.
Who it's for
Low-income families raising a disabled or seriously ill child who may need help with essential items or equipment.
Eligibility
Eligibility depends on income, the child’s needs and the grant criteria at the time of application.
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Eligibility depends on income, the child’s needs and the grant criteria at the time of application.
- services.opening_hours
- Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
Contact
01904 550055info@familyfund.org.ukVisit WebsiteUnit 3 Alpha Court, Monks Cross Drive, York, YO32 9WNReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free
Related support nearby
If this is not quite right, these similar services may help next.
Children’s Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities
Specialist NHS support for children and young people with learning disabilities and their parents or carers.
Disability Grants Directory
Free searchable resource identifying charities and trusts that may fund disability-related equipment, adaptations and other needs.
Disability Law Service
Free legal advice for disabled people and carers concerning community care, discrimination, employment and other disability-rights issues.
Contact
01904 550055info@familyfund.org.ukVisit WebsiteUnit 3 Alpha Court, Monks Cross Drive, York, YO32 9WNReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free