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Disability money matters

Archives for February 2009

Dla Medical
I have a medical for DLA claim next week and was wondering how to approach it ? Should i just answer the questions or do i go in with a list of my problems ? Also when they say "can you do x,y, and z" - is that can you do it without pain ? If i were to decree that from now on i will not do something if it causes pain i…
awarded dla but feel its wrong.do they do it on purpose
i was awarded middle care and low mobility..i thought i would have got high mobility and middle or high care..the reasons onthe letter stated i can walk quite well ,which i can,t.don.t need help turning at night etc..which is wrong..it even says i can manage the stairs after i told the visiting doc that i can,t...i was…
DLA - I understated level of Care I need.
I have been in receipt of the higher rate component of Mobility for about 5 months, since submitting the claim forms in October 2008. I recall being over the moon to learn that I had been successful in receiving the Mobility rate at the time. The letter I received from the DM said that I did not qualify for the Care…
DLA How to ask for adjustment
Hi, Can anyone help. My 15 year old son is Autistic about 6 months ago they took his care allowance down to middle, but in the last few weeks I have hit probs with him, so much so he wanted to commit suicide and self harm, he is awaiting an appointment with a mental health doctor. He has come out of school; can't cope with…
do i get backdated dla ,letter donit say i will
hi, i just been awarded dla and i received letter today telling me but there is no mention of any backdating ...i applied for it in november..will i get it backdated ..thankyou
No VAT when on DLA
Hope someone can help with advice. I am asking for a friend who is on DLA HRM and HRC. She is planning to have a new kitchen and bathroom and has been told she will not have to pay VAT on her bill. Is this info correct? Thanks
sorry please delete
sorry put on wrong thread. please delete
DLA and Cinemas?
I get DLA and I go to the Cinemas a lot with my 6 year old son and wanted to know if i take my DLA award with me could I get in a bit cheaper? I go to the Empire Cinema in Sunderland so if anyone knows could they please let me know please.
Two Options ( hope this is ok to post here)
Hi all ive only posted in this room a couple of times but had great advise. I received the following email today and it really touched me ( i have a son with Cerebral Palsy ) i had to read it in 2 parts as i was crying so much. I hope you dont mind me sharing it................ Two Choices What would you do?....you make…
The Office for Disability Issues is the centre of disability expertise across governm
This site is official guide for government stance on disability with many good links and great for general information. http://www.officefordisability.gov.uk/
Is my 7 year old Daughter entitled to DLA?
Hi All my DD has a thing called itchyhyosis, eczema, and dermatitis, She is constantly on antibiotics (each time her skin breaks) and is creamed 3/4 times a day, She has steroid cream to be applied after her shower then is plastered in liquid/white parrafin = 75/25 then is wrapped in viscopaste bandages on her ankles, arms…
sciatica help me plz!!!
i am suffering from severe sciatica where some mornings i cant even move my lower back, i work as an employed roofer which is a very phisical job which im not capable of doing. i am waiting a referal date for an mri scan and have been told the waiting list is 6-8 weeks i have no savings and obviously need to paid rent and…
Home contents insurance for disabled person with live-in carer/PA
I am disabled and live independently with a 24/7 live-in carer/PA. I have to renew my household contents insurance policy and am wondering if anyone knows of any companies who offer a policy which would cover me if my carer/PA were to damage or steal my stuff?
Incapacity Benefit & Private or Occupational Pension
:mad: The current incapacity benefit is £84.50 per week (2008/9 tax year) but if you have any other income such as a private pension which is over £85.00 per week, the incapacity benefit is reduced by 50p for every £1 your private pension is above £85.00. The £85.00 rule has been in place for a good number of years and is…
Anxiety and stress
really sorry if this is the wrong place but just desperate for advice. In October last year after i had a chest infection and steroids I started getting a feeling in my head that it was vibrating. To look at me its not -- its internal. Dr gave me anti-sickness pills as they thought it was vertigo. Its now Feb and ive still…
Mum's DLA Reduced.........Shld She Ask For RECONSID From DLA Or APPEAL To Tribunal??
Hi, My mum had been on the higher rate for both the Mobility & Care component since 2007, due to her various health problems including long-term chronic back pain and leg pain. She used to receive £113.75 a week, £67.00 for Care & £46.75 for Mobility. In 2007, the DLA acknowledged all her above problems in her Award…
DLA & AA Decision makers medical guidance
I have just come across this site and feel would be of great help to people making a claim: This medical guidance for Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance Decision Makers has been developed by the Departments Health and Benefits Division with help from experts involved in patient care. It contains…
DLA - how long for?
My daughter is autistic and receives DLA currently at the Middle Care and Lower Mobility rates. This has been awarded for an indefinite period - does this mean once she turns 16 the award will be switched to her bank account or does it mean she will have to claim herself at that age and we will have to do another claim…
Child tax credits
Im currently getting income support paid for my children in with my payments.Would I be any better off claiming child tax credits instead?
Helpful Gadgets & Gizmos
Ive just got one of those one touch can openers from Culinaire. It is the best little gadget ever, its great if you have limited grip and you just plonk it on top of the can and it opens the can for you... down to £12.19 (rrp £20) on Amazon…

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