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Special Kids in the UK is a charity for families who have a child of any age with special needs.

Families of children and young people with special needs often deal with similar challenges. They may have concerns about education, services, therapies, respite and other issues directly related to their child. Special Kids in the UK aim to bring families together for friendship and support.

The charity was created by four parents with children with special needs who appreciate how important this type of contact and information is. They hope to help families of children with any kind of special need to realise that they are not alone.

"Special Kids in the UK has helped me so much. I have found out so much more information that has helped my daughter that I would have never known about. Now that I have found Special Kids in the UK I couldn't imagine life without it", Ali, Cheshire.

Kidz up North - 26th November 2009

One of Disabled Living's exhibitions dedicated to children with disabilities, their families and the health and social care teams that work with them. More information can be found at: Kidz Up North

Well done all those that took part in the Lakeland 100 (ULTD)

This 50 or 100 mile trail race took place on the last weekend of July in the Lake District with a percentage of the entry fee going to Special Kids in the UK. Watch out for details of next years event at Lakeland 100.com