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Mandatory reconsideration DLA - waiting a year
hi I have been waiting a year nearly next month my sons dla got knocked back so I did an MR does anyone know waiting times and also will I get awarded it as I have had a doctors letter what I sent in with it
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DLA change of circumstances - moving around
Hi, I just received a DLA form and it is so confusing to complete. I have a child with serious condiiton that affects the way his bowels are working. the section calls help needed during the day - his needs are unpredicatable, going from needing help five to six times a day to 20 changes a day. I dont even know what would…
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£20 shop voucher available for sharing experiences with the tribunal
Hi, my name is Chris, I am a researcher at the University of Glasgow researching whether the social security tribunal meets peoples' needs. The project is about trying to make tribunals better and helping to make sure they meet the needs of those who use them. I would love to hear from forum members who want to share their…
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My name is Mary Jane, and I am reaching out to my community for help to gain more independence. Currently, I am very restricted because my PA can only take me 10 meters from my house, which means I can only do things in my immediate area and cannot go to town or visit fun places. My PA and I have already tried calling for…
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Non-Dependant Deduction Universal Credit
Hello I wonder if anyone can help, I receive higher rate care DLA for my youngest daughter who is 7. I also have my oldest daughter who has just turned 21 living with me and have stated to have a non-dependent deduction taken from the housing element of £93.02 on my universal credit payment. I believed that this should not…
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Hi, my name is Marc1! Scored 10 points for daily living on report, do they stick to the points?
Hi , I had Pip assessment a couple of weeks ago. I suffer from a Depressive disorder, I am divorced living with elderly Parents. I help care for my mother who has Dementia. I have also been assessed as having LCW due to my illness by the DWP assessment I requested my assessment report from the Pip helpline and was sent my…
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Help with the form DLA434(Adult)
Hello, I have just joined the Scope Community. I have been told that I can get, and give, helpful advice to my Scope colleagues if and when needed. I am in receipt of DLA benefit with the higher rate mobility allowance. My movement is severely restricted, two sticks needed to walk a very short distance (yards) and…
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Providing DLA award letter and birth certificate
Hello. Since declaring to uc that my sons receive DLA uc are wanting me to attend an appointment in person to provide his birth certificate and award letter which I have got and happy to do. I've seen a lot of people just have to upload the pic online is it different for everyone? What should I expect at the appointment?…
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Informing uc of sons DLA
Hi. Last week I declared to uc that my son receives high rate dla and did the correct changes. I've not heard anything back only that they are verifying his details is this normal? Is there a expected wait time? Does it automatically get added on to payment or do they inform you. Thank you
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Universal credit review after declaring DLA
Following on from my recent post I've declared my son receives DLA and did all the appropriate changes of circumstances but I have now been notified by uc that I need to do a review and upload the past 4 months of bank statements. Is this normal? Is it so they can see he receives dla? I've uploaded the bank statements but…
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DLA
Hello, my son started receiving DLA last June and I had no idea I had to update Universal credit, I've only just found out now as I assumed universal credit would of been made of aware of it🤦🏼♀️ can anyone tell me what I'm supposed to do as I'm worried they are going to think I've been untruthful when I just genuinely…
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Reporting capital
Hello everyone We are currently in the middle of a review and we've never updated our savings, obviously this was a big mistake, my question now is do we report our current savings? I'm confused though because I receive pip, my daughter receives dla, she had a back payment last march which was nearly 2k, we've also had col…
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Can I send more information for DLA MR
hi I submitted a mr for my sons dla claim which was rejected he gets about 3-4 nosebleeds every day since he was 4 he is now 9 and still not got better Evan after countless times of having his nose cauterised he gets sent home from school a lot because they can not manage the bleeds he also has tight Achilles tendons which…
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Support needed - DLA Appeal to Upper Tribunal
Hi everyone, I’m really hoping you can help. I truly believe there’s no better knowledge than that of people who are living with these daily struggles. My son is 7 and has been diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, a speech impairment (he is non-verbal), and a hypo-sensory disorder (I know, quite a list!). Over two years ago, I was…
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DLA backdated
I made a claim around April of last year for DLA for my son. Around 5 months later I was told it was unsuccessful. I attempted to apply for a manual reconsideration but they couldn’t do it as they couldn’t find my sons reference number. As a result I contacted them earlier this year for new forms and am awaiting their…
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DLA circumstances changes
My son was diagnosed with leukemia and was awarded DLA until 2027. He has now finished treatment, but he still needs regular support and help with certain things. He’s often weak, sometimes unable to attend school, and still has frequent medical appointments. I’m worried about whether our DLA might stop even though it was…
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Disability Price Tag - DLA Information for Parents and Carers
Part 2 - Disability Price Tag - Tips and Guidance for Applying for DLA Part 3 - Disability Price Tag - Changing from DLA to PIP at 16 - For Parents and Carers This information only applies to England and Wales. Disability Living Allowance (DLA) helps with the extra costs of raising a disabled child. You can claim DLA for…
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'Outdated DLA Advice' re: Assessment Framing
Hi all, I was watching a disability advocate's video on PIP assessments, and saw a comment underneath that said: i believe “worst day” is outdated DLA advice. I always write “most days” or “Every day” “Every time “ at the end of each activity. Such as “ I need help in the shower, every time “ I don't have the context for…
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Indefinite DLA
Hi, my Father is on indefinite DLA and won't transfer to PIP as he was born in 1942. He is only on low rate care but his needs are vastly different to when he was awarded it many years ago. Can we ask for him to be reassessed? I looked at Attendance Allowance since he is beyond pensionable age but it says you can't claim…
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Carers support
Hi Has anyone had issues with the carers allowance unit when calculating Income? My MIL has been caring for my daughter who is in receipt of DLA. She was backdated via MR in July this year. (Backdated to June 24) She's self employed and since caring for my daughter she has reduced her hours and days which meant her…
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Change of circumstances advance UC
hi, would I be eligible whilst waiting for my sons dla to be verified to get a COC advance? If so what items would fall under being eligible?
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Podcasts About Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for Parents & Carers
I’ve been thinking a lot recently about how different people learn and take in information. If you’re anything like me then it’s often easier to listen on the go than to scroll through endless blocks of text trying to find the one bit of information you need. That’s why I’ve created some podcasts for parents and carers of…
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Updating UC with PIP
Hi, my daughter was on DLA (High) and has been awarded PIP (enhanced) from today. I've gone in to my UC account to update but it's taking me through a load of questions including info about school - which is causing an issue because it asks the start date and end date of the course. What end date do I put? She finishing at…
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Moving from dla to pip
My 16 year old autistic son has his pip assesment on thursday does he have to speak or can i because im his appointee?
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DLA renewal times
Hi I returned my daughters DLA renewal back at the start of May within 2 weeks of getting the form. It expires 24th September and I've still not heard anything. I rang on 11th August and they said its 'with someone ' for a decision and was on track to be processed before my current award ends. But said call them back if…
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DLA Backpay
I received my award text on Wednesday at 12:58pm confirming that my daughter qualifies for DLA. i rang several times and was given no information over the phone. My friend got awarded yesterday for her son and her backpay went in this morning but I have received nothing. Should I be worried? We both bank with Lloyds. Our…
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PIP not backdated as in reciept of DLA
I have just sent an email to the Minister for social security and disability. Email is as follows. I come to you as you are the Minister for social security and disability, I find it fruitless going around in circles when you can hopefully find the answers to the below directly. DWP - PIP state, if you are a new claimant,…
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Universal credit help! Change of DLA. Worried!
Hi everyone. I recently did my daughters DLA renewal - it had the quickest turn around time and I got her new award within a month. They increased the care component rate and I am overjoyed even though it’s definitely deserved. I messaged UC straight away both in the journal and updated the DLA rates under people who live…
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Carer Support from LA
My LA does not offer any support to Carers at all ! My wife and carer is just about ready to give up - she's stressed beyond belief, (worried about her own parents who live 150 miles away) having cared for me for 23 years without a single days break and has her own health issues (Arthritis) to contend with (Menapause as…
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Hi, my name is JBramleyShaw! Will selling crafts affect my benefits?
Hi, I am new here and just after some advice. Ihavent't worked for a number of years due to mental and physical health problems. I was advised by a psychiatrist to take up a hobby to help with my mental health problems and I do enjoy crafting but it can be expensive. I used to sell some makes on facebook to cover the cost…
