Family Fund

Family Fund provides a wide range of grants to families living in Northern Ireland raising a disabled or seriously ill child, or young adult, on a low income.Whether you need a kitchen appliance like a fridge, cooker or washing machine; clothing and bedding; sensory or play equipment; technology for your child, or a much-needed family break, we are here to help. Apply for items that will help meet your child’s additional support needs, and make life easier.Families in Northern Ireland can apply for a Family Fund grant every 24 months. You can apply if: you’re the main carer for a disabled or seriously ill child aged 17, or younger you have been resident in Northern Ireland for at least six months you have a low income from working, or benefitsFor more information see Northern Ireland Programme (at familyfund.org.uk)

Service details

• Contact person: Information
• Available age groups: 0-17 yrs
• FamilySupportNI categories: Disability – Learning Disability, Autism, ADHD | Disability – Physical & Sensory | Financial/Welfare Advice
• Areas covered: All of N Ireland
• Referral methods: GP | Health Visitor | Hospital | School | Self | Social Worker

Source: FamilySupportNI listing