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1 month, 2 weeks ago by cancer2003	Don't forget to use the Local Goverment Ombusman as well! I am in a very similar position now too :-/
1 month, 1 week ago by kathryn	Hi, sorry to butt in on this one. We tried the legal aid route. The law has changed and a child can only get legal aid if the household income is below a certsin level.
1 month, 1 week ago by Heather	Hi Cancer2003...Did you get the Ombusman involved immediately, or await the LEA to start putting up shutters? I know a friend just won a case with the Ombusmans help, she got compensation...doesn't mean she has a son in a school though. Sad state of affairs. State proved they were failing and yet nothing available to help family even when they have been told they were right to fight.
1 month, 1 week ago by Andrew	Hi Kathryn, That's annoying. How long is it since you tried? Might be worth mentioning this on Mumsnet as they seem to have some influence over government policy.
1 month, 1 week ago by kathryn	Hi, it was about 6 months ago. I was under the same impression. I contacted the childrens legal centre and was told by them.

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Finding carers

Its worth asking at the school/ nursery/ college/ centre the person you care for attends if you could put up a notice. There may be staff, students or volunteers that know your loved one interested in extra work, especially during holidays. It worked for me.
Good Health Care for All

The Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities has published a booklet for people with learning disabilities, family carers and supporters about how to get the best out of the NHS. Good Health Care for All (6.4 MB)
A gentle approach

Remember to keep positive and offer praise. Even if that's not your gut reaction. Our son used to poo behind the sofa. Realising this meant he was not using his nappy and choosing somewhere private was actually a step in the right direction.