As parents we are always trying to help our child become more independent by helping them develop a new skill, bringing them to therapies, you name it we as a parent will try it even if we know it will probably just be a waste of time and money. When our child reaches a milestone […]
Investment For Parents who have Children with Special Needs – By Allan
I have sourced an investment fund that all parents should invest their children’s entitlements in that will guarantee significant returns over the next 5-10 years. For parents who know me well, you will know the above statement is my attempt to warning parents of the great danger and risk in putting your child’s money into […]
Why people should give up smoking by David
You can get emphysema which affects the lungs which means that you could be put on an oxygen machine or die. Also people say that having a cigarette makes you chilled but I don’t understand how you could be chilled if you smoke to much. We made a YouTube video about giving up smoking in […]
Your Christmas – by Dolores
Christmas can be a great time of year in particular if your child “gets” Christmas and Santa. I am one of the lucky parents as David loves Christmas and really get the magic. David has a lot of additional needs but his ability to look forward to Christmas is one gift that I appreciate and […]
12 Tips for Christmas By David
Plan your events well in advance Don’t overspend when you go shopping, the shops will stay open however always buy extra batteries Make shopping lists and try and stick with them. Plan a family day for putting up the Christmas Tree. Write your letters to Santa well in advance (once it’s written you can’t change […]
Santa Is Entitled To VAT Refunds – Allan
Did you know that Santa can claim back the VAT on specific toys that he delivers to children with additional needs? The most common items on Santa’s list are IPads & tablets Computers Apps (communication, speech, etc.) OT. Toys Eating and drinking aids Mobility Aids Communication aids Specific footwear The rule for Santa is that […]
Bank Accounts for David by Dolores
I often ask parents how they manage their child’s Disability Allowance. Some parents collect it weekly from the post office but most get it paid into a bank account. I used to get David’s weekly payment into his regular bank account before I ever knew there was a special needs account. Let me tell you […]
Bank Accounts for Children with Special Needs by Allan
As you would have read from our article in May 2019 on changes introduced by AIB that stopped anyone under the age of 16 opening their special needs bank account. This was so disappointing as it created issues for all young children and prevented them from having a suitable bank account to meet their needs. […]
Nutrition for Carers – by Dolores
Nutrition for Carers is exceptionally important, why? As a Carer for my mum and now for David, I believe that you can best care for another person by looking after yourself first. We as Carers need to be on the go 24 hours a day and life is busy, however, when you feel better and […]