When your family has additional needs, such as you or your child having a disability, you may find that you need extra financial support to help with your childcare costs and everyday living expenses. There may be some additional funding that you can claim to help.
Use the sub-sections on the right-hand side of the page to guide you through information relevant to your situation.
You can also download our factsheet Childcare for children with disabilities and special educational needs from our factsheet section. This includes information about finding and financing childcare through the Disability Living Allowance and Direct Payments.