Life for families with disabled children is a constant struggle, with support in areas such as short breaks and childcare woefully lacking. The government has recognised the problem and in May 2007 announced its Aiming High for Disabled Children agenda, a £430m package of measures to improve services for families. This includes £370m for respite care, £35m for childcare, £19m for transition support and £5m to develop parent forums. The reaction from the children's sector has been largely positive....


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