Discounts & Support
Carer tickets, access cards, travel, grants and advice. Always check the latest rules on the official site.
CEA Card
LeisureA free cinema ticket for the person accompanying the cardholder at most UK cinemas.
Who can get it: Usually age 8+ and receiving DLA, PIP or similar. Small yearly fee.
www.ceacard.co.uk ↗
Access Card (Nimbus)
LeisureShows your access needs at venues, often unlocking carer tickets and adjustments.
Who can get it: Anyone with a disability or impairment. Fee for 3 years.
www.accesscard.org.uk ↗
Max Card
LeisureDiscounts at attractions for families of children with additional needs.
Who can get it: Issued through participating local authorities and charities.
www.mymaxcard.co.uk ↗
Disabled Persons Railcard
Travel1/3 off most rail fares for the holder and one adult companion.
Who can get it: Includes children receiving DLA. Check criteria on the site.
www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk ↗
Blue Badge
TravelPark closer to where you need to go.
Who can get it: Children 3+ with certain needs, including some non-visible conditions.
www.gov.uk ↗
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
TravelLanyard that signals you may need extra help, recognised at many airports and stations.
Who can get it: Anyone with a non-visible disability.
hdsunflower.com ↗
Family Fund
GrantsGrants for things like equipment, family breaks and essentials.
Who can get it: Lower-income families raising a disabled or seriously ill child.
www.familyfund.org.uk ↗
Disability Living Allowance for children
BenefitsMonthly payment towards the extra costs of care and mobility needs.
Who can get it: Under 16s who need much more care or supervision than other children their age.
www.gov.uk ↗
Carer's Allowance
BenefitsWeekly payment for caring 35+ hours a week.
Who can get it: The person cared for usually gets DLA care at middle or high rate. Earnings limit applies.
www.gov.uk ↗
IPSEA
AdviceFree legally based advice on EHCPs and Tribunal appeals.
Who can get it: Parents and carers in England.
www.ipsea.org.uk ↗
Contact
AdviceHelpline and guides on benefits, education and support for families with disabled children.
Who can get it: UK families.
contact.org.uk ↗