In this edition of Changing Lives, we focus on how a claim for compensation can help fund accessible holidays abroad and recreational activities, allowing families to spend quality time together in a supported, stress-free environment.
CL Medilaw Teams up With Cerebra to Discuss Accessible Holidays Abroad
Amy Milner, Senior Associate at CL Medilaw, teamed up with Cerebra to talk about the unique challenges faced by our brain injury community when planning a family holiday. Their discussion highlighted the organisations that specialise in arranging memorable, accessible holidays abroad for children with complex needs. Amy also set out how a compensation claim can help ensure your child has access to tailored holidays and recreational activities that remove the usual barriers families face when travelling overseas.
You can read Amy’s article for Cerebra in full here.
How Our Families Have Used Their Compensation
We spoke to DL and his family about their recent holidays to Disneyland Florida and with the Calvert Trust at Kielder. These examples show how compensation can open the door to accessible holidays abroad, giving families the chance to travel without limits.
DL said: “Both holidays were awesome as I could participate the same as others. My disability wasn’t an obstacle and I felt free!”
To read more about DL and his family holidays here:
Sponsoring Equipment for The Rainbow Centre in Their 35th Anniversary Year
We are excited to announce our sponsorship and funding of a new wooden climbing frame and sensory light-up toys for The Rainbow Centre in Farnham.
When we asked the centre about our support, they said: “The climbing frame is very popular with the children already, and the lights will really help support our children with visual impairments. As you can see from the photographs, this new equipment has been a real hit! We cannot thank CL Medilaw enough for their support.”
To read the full article, click here.
Charity Work Round Up
At CL Medilaw, supporting charitable organisations is at the heart of our mission to change lives for the better. From fundraising efforts like the London and Brighton marathons to hands-on sponsorships and national awareness campaigns, our team is proud to champion causes that make a genuine difference to children and families living with disabilities.
Brighton Half Marathon for Chailey Heritage Foundation
Elise Bevan and Josh Costain from our Brighton office teamed up with 3 runners from Temple Legal Protection to run the Bright Half Marathon on 2 March 2025 to raise vital funds for Chailey Heritage Foundation.
You can donate to this cause here.
Attending the House of Commons with Harry’s Hat
In January, Kay Taylor was invited by Harry’s Hat to attend an event in the State Rooms within the House of Commons hosted by Speaker of the House, Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP. The purpose of the event was to highlight and launch the next phase of their ‘Get-A-Head’ campaign, calling for a clearer pathway for referral for children showing signs of hydrocephalus.
You can learn more about their campaign here.
We also supported the publication of “Hydrocephalus: Starting School” for Harry’s Hat aimed to support children starting education with hydrocephalus as well as inform teachers and other pupils about the condition.
To purchase your copy of the brilliant ‘Hydrocephalus: Starting School’ click here.
London Marathon for The Rainbow Centre for Conductive Education
On 27th April, two members of the CL Medilaw Team ran the 26.2 miles around the streets of London in aid of The Rainbow Centre for Conductive Education.
Hayley Woolf and Emma McCheyne trained hard for this iconic event, clocking up the miles each week in preparation. Hayley and Emma are both based in our Weybridge office and the office chat has been all about the miles, nutrition and the long run!
They are delighted to be able to support The Rainbow Centre for Conductive Education. The Centre is based in Fareham near Southampton and provides vital support and services providing Conductive Education for children, adults and their families.
You can support Hayley and Emma’s efforts below:
Supporters Reception for NICE
In November, our Birmingham office hosted a supporter’s reception for our charity partner NICE which showcased the real difference NICE makes to all that use their services.
Upcoming Activities
Looking ahead, we’re proud to share a range of upcoming activities and events from the charities we support. These initiatives offer vital opportunities — from early intervention services to inclusive holiday clubs — that empower children, families, and individuals living with disabilities across the UK:
