LOVE IS IN THE AIR
LOVE IS IN THE AIR I love St Valentines Day. Love is always good on this day. Allan always tells me it’s all about the money but that is not true....
To All Carers: Please Think Before You Act
As Carers, we often find ourselves in situations where money is tight; we seem to be busy all the time and have very little time or money for...
Long-Term Illness Scheme
Long-Term Illness Scheme What is the Long-Term Illness Scheme? If your child has specific illnesses or conditions as listed on the HSE Long-Term...
Incapacitated Child Tax Credit
Incapacitated Child Tax Credit Updated 2025 What is Incapacitated Child Tax Credit? Incapacitated Child Tax Credit is a tax credit for parents of...
Back to School
Christmas holidays are finishing up and our kids are heading back to school. Plan the day and let your child know in advance of what's going to...
Where Does All My Money Go? – By Allan
Having a child with special needs significantly impacts parents’ personal finances and money. Maybe one parent has to reduce their working hours or...
Christmas in Our House
Christmas has always been magical in our home, especially because of David’s love for all things associated with Christmas—and, of course, for Santa...
Santa is may be entitled to a VAT refund
Did you know that Santa may be entitled to a VAT refund on specific toys that he delivers to children with special needs? The most common items on...
Christmas Bonus
The Christmas Bonus is an extra payment for people getting a long-term (over 12 months) social welfare payment such as Carer’s Allowance, Carer’s...
Patience and Time
Patience, honestly, is something parents of children and young adults with additional needs just have to develop. If it doesn’t come to you...