Disability Living Allowance

toysoe1

Hi,

I applied back in March for my 4 year old son who is Autistic and only for me to receive money in my bank account today DWP DLA £1630, didn’t even expect it as I haven’t heard anything from them apart from when they needed some documents back in May, that’s at least one good news with no hassle or stress haha, I’m very grateful so I guess I will be receiving a letter soon explaining the award.

Rachel_Scope

Hi @toysoe1. What a lovely surprise! Yes I assume you'll get a letter to confirm your award. I hope the money helps make things easier for you and your son 😊

toysoe1

@Rachel_Scope yes it was indeed a surprise, I’m very happy, such a relief, yes it will thanks so much

toysoe1

Received the letter today, claim is from February not March, Middle rate personal care, wasn’t awarded for getting around though we can apply when he’s 5 trying to understand the letter lol

07/02/24 to 09/04/24 at £68.10 a week

10/04/24 to 16/07/24 at £72.65 a week

The award says till November 2026 a day before his 7th birthday

I guess they will be reviewing his personal care needs by then

poppy123456

The £68.10/week will be the rate before the April increase. The higher amount is the new weekly rate from April. The money that's owed to you will be a mixture of both old and new rates. Going forward you will receive £290.60 every 4 weeks.

They will send you another form before the award is due to end.

toysoe1

Hi Poppy, yes you are right thanks 😊