01.05.26
Purchasing a Property in Trust Ensuring that a disabled or vulnerable family member has long term, secure and suitable housing is a key concern for many families. Purchasing a property through a trust can offer an effective way to provide stability and protection, while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to…
21.01.26
Why change in Disability Trusts must start with families’ needs Keeping pace with changes in policy and practice is essential when advising families with a disabled or vulnerable loved one. At Renaissance Legal, Disability Trusts sit at the heart of what we do and how we support our client families…
20.01.26
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a non-means tested benefit, awarded to help families cope with the extra costs associated with bringing up a child with additional care and support needs. DLA is split into 2 components: the care component and the mobility component. A…
15.01.26
What is a Discretionary Trust? Thinking about a time when you may no longer be here to support your child can be frightening. If your child has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities or is otherwise vulnerable, their future may feel especially uncertain, and it is natural to worry about how…
05.01.26
How do I set up a Disabled Person’s Trust? In previous blogs we have covered what a Disabled Person’s Trust is, how it can be used to benefit a disabled person and the advantages and disadvantages of this type of Trust. To recap, a Disabled Person’s Trust can only be…
03.01.26
Trusts for Disabled People Explained – Disabled Person’s Trust Putting in place a Disabled Person’s Trust, which is often referred to as a Disability Trust or a Vulnerable Person’s Trust, can be daunting. Parents are understandably concerned about putting the right plans in place and whether using these special Trusts for…
13.09.25
For the majority of parents, it’s important to plan ahead and consider how you will support your children through their education and early adulthood. We are often encouraged to set aside savings to provide for our children into their future. Savings accounts, Children’s Bonds, Junior ISAs, Child Trust Funds…
04.08.25
Thinking about a time when you may not be here to support your children can be frightening for parents. If you have a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), their future can be especially difficult to think about as they may have varying needs throughout their lifetime. It’s natural to…
10.06.25
Renaissance Legal Hosts Artwork Exhibition 2025 – A Celebration of SEND Talent The team at Renaissance Legal proudly hosted its 2025 Artwork Exhibition this past weekend at Projects Nile House in Brighton, celebrating the extraordinary creativity of children and young adults with disabilities and special educational needs (SEND). Held as…
11.02.25
For parents and carers of someone living with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC), decision-making is part of everyday life. The transition from childhood to adulthood can be daunting when your loved one has additional needs and might not be able to make decisions for themselves. In this piece, Philip Warford has…
