my disabled son turning 20

marelle70

Hi. I've recently lost ots of money due to my disabled son turning 20. He is in full time college and gets dla and I get carried allowance. Trying to find a part time job to suit family.  Is there any other benefit my son can claim please? 

lottieonline

Hello, I’m Lottie nice to meet you.

Alex

Hi @Marelle70,

You son my be able to claim Personal Independence Payment - as DLA is for under 16s. There's a short test you can do to see if he might be eligible.

Scope also has a benefits checker which can see if there are other benefits you might be able to claim.