Family Fund

kenzer_2

Hi everyone, my first post.. Just applied to Family Fund for my disabled son. Last year we received a voucher for Comet. Does anyone know who Family Fund now use now Comet have gone?

Thanks in advance.

Absolutely

Not sure but it may depend on what you are applying for. One year we got a computer but that was sourced and sent direct from a supplier that deals with the Family Fund so we didn't get a card or voucher.

This year we got a gift card for Argos for a games console.

india

I'm applying to the family fund for the first time. On average how long does it take for a decision?

Absolutely

About 6-8 weeks has been average in my case.

kenzer_2

india wrote: »

I'm applying to the family fund for the first time. On average how long does it take for a decision?

Same here, first application took about 6 -8 weeks

System

we ve just recieved vouchers for argos.

Family_Fund

Hi Kenzer,
The Family Fund are currently using Argos for all kitchen appliances (white goods) and televisions. We use Stone Computers for tablets.
India,
If you are applying for the first time, it can take up to 4 months for the whole process. If you have applied before, it can take 8-10 weeks but we do process them as soon as we possibly can.
You can find out more via our Facebook or website familyfund.org.uk

Thanks
Family Fund

MYLITTLESISTERLOLA

I'm currently filling out my application, never applied before. Ds 1 diagnosed with asd last July, ds2 having diagnostic appointment tomorrow suspected autism ( quite severe as has little communication). I've had the application half filled for a few months. I am unsure what to ask for. Trying to think of something they would both get benefit out of but age difference is 6 years (9 & 3). Am I correct its one application per household, id probably find it easier doing 2 smaller requests. What type of things do people get ? Nanny just bought them a trampoline. How much do people normally ask for ? Don't want to seem greedy but just have no idea.

kingfisherblue

MYLITTLESISTERLOLA wrote: »

I'm currently filling out my application, never applied before. Ds 1 diagnosed with asd last July, ds2 having diagnostic appointment tomorrow suspected autism ( quite severe as has little communication). I've had the application half filled for a few months. I am unsure what to ask for. Trying to think of something they would both get benefit out of but age difference is 6 years (9 & 3). Am I correct its one application per household, id probably find it easier doing 2 smaller requests. What type of things do people get ? Nanny just bought them a trampoline. How much do people normally ask for ? Don't want to seem greedy but just have no idea.

Is there anything you actually need?

In the past, the Family Fund have helped our family with driving lessons, white goods, holidays, a special needs car seat for escapee son :rotfl:, and travel expenses to hospital (I was married at the time, and although our income was low, it was above the rate set by the government to claim back travel expenses. As we were at the hospital so frequently, and for so many months, FF paid £300 travel costs for us. It made a massive difference).

System

we have had holidays in the past and this time its a new bed for dd and a freezer.

satarical

Whilst I fully acknowledge the good work that the Family Fund do, what about the old codgers like my wife and I who need help? Computer? New mattress? Plus a load of gear out of the 'Safe Hands' catalogue?

And if anybody tells me to go to Social Services - we have! We have a care manager that has been appointed for us, but all that we are told is that there is no money available - here is the catalogue!