Will a DLA claim affect carers element?

Tutu22

hi,

My husband and I are considering applying for DLA for our eldest son who is on the ADHD assessment waitlist ( 3 year wait at the minute).
I am in receipt of PIP for a disability and I’m in LCW group. My husband claims carers element for me.

If I apply for dla for my son with my name in the form, will it affect the carers element my husband receives for me? Will UC assume that because I can care for a child (more mental care to be honest), I do not need someone to care for me?

Thanks

Thank you

Jimm_Alumni

Hey @Tutu22, welcome to the community 😊 Hopefully we can help clear up the uncertainty here.

There would only be a potential issue if the care you provide contradicted the reasons you review LCW. Do you think that would be a possible issue at all? You mention it is mostly mental support/care you provide.

You could read up more about DLA on our advice pages here: Disability Living Allowance (DLA) | Disability charity Scope UK

Emilee

No, you claiming DLA for your child will not affect your husband's carer element, or your LCW, even if your name is on the claim form.