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self diagnosis on DLA claim form
When filling in the DLA form Is it ok to mention aspergers syndrome and bipolar type 2 disorder rather than just saying mental health problems? even though i've not had an official diagnosis but self diagnosed. :think::think::think:
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Helping friend claim unpaid DLA... advice please.
Hi a close friend of mine was diagnosed as having Autism in Jan '09. She was unemployed at the time so informed the benefits office. A note was made on her records. Several months later she asked someone at the benefits office if the Autism entitled her to DLA. She was told no, and was told that it would be a waste of time…
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DLA taking 3 months
My son is in reciept of LRM and MRC. After a visit from the OT I contacted the DLA and asked for a change of circumstances review as my son has got worse. They have had his form for 3 months now and no one has even looked at it! I have rang them and they said there is a backlogue and any payment will be back dated but…
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A question about using my bus pass on a train.
If a train goes out of my borough, but there are no change overs (on the same train the full journey) will i have to pay? Thanks
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when to renew dla
I currently get dla for 15yr old son 16 in sept. We get mid rate care + low rate mobility and carers allowance . The renewal forms come and i am aware we are unlikely to get same rates etc again. So am i better to file it away till sept and then send it in then and appeal etc The current claim is to mid sept and if they…
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Cheap quality sensory equipment?
Does anybody know where I can buy cheap sensory equipment that would be suitable for an autism base/school? Many Thanks LillyX
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M.E Awareness Week
I'm not sure if this is the right section. Sorry.:o From 8th-14th May is M.E Awareness week and I was wondering if anyone here will be doing anything for it? I can't do alot at the moment so I'm not sure what to do. :o I've been sharing videos about it on my Facebook and I've written a Facebook note about it (I would share…
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need advice
Hi need some advice i just renewed my tax credits my son is on middle rate care dla i told them this got a provisional award through yest they have given him the disability element n also severe disability element which i no hes not entilted to because hes on middle rate not high rate this is right isnt it? thank you
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other people sitting in you're chair
does it bother anyone else or is this just me ? when people sit in my wheelchair and have a drive about thinking its cool. this is when im on the settee
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This made me giggle
Just looking at the disabled access at Alton Towers and this made me giggle: "Assistance/guide dogs are welcome in the Theme Park but they will not be able to accompany guests onto any of the rides." Got an image in my head of a dog on oblivion!!! :rotfl:
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Called for Work Focused Interview.
Hi - hubby getting income support so I have now been called to this 'compulsory' interview. I am ill with ME for many years - just get DLA mobility for myself. Not been anywhere for yrs and even my blue badge is 2yrs out of date as I've just been stuck at home. Apart from visiting hubby in hosp when he was rushed in at…
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What to do when dla claim refused due to school report?
As title says really. The school have made it clear to me that they have written a glowing report for dla as they dont have the problems at school with dd as I have at home despite them being on the phone to me each week with different problems regarding dd (they've failed to mention any of this in the form). Based on this…
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Dla protest monday 11 may
I am not sure if this has been posted- if it has- I apologise in advance. http://www.hardesthit.org.uk/ SORRY-WEDNESDAY!!!
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What are your experiences with ESA, good or bad?
Hi, just thought I'd ask a quick question because I've read a lot on here about people having problems with this benefit but thankfully I've not had any problems myself. I read also that it's very difficult to get placed into the Support Group, is this true? I was placed into the Support Group at the 13th week without a…
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lower rate DLA
My OH has been getting lower rate since 2007 and he has a letter dated May 2010 stating he will receive the amount monthly 'indefinately' I have just noticed that his last payment (to our joint account) was in February, so no payment for March or April, Mays is not due yet. Anyone any ideas, I know I will just have to ring…
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minimum age to receive carers allowance ?
as title really ? what is the minimum age to receive carers allowance ? just my son does so much for me and if he was an adult would be getting paid for it . my wife earns aprox 9 quid (changes some weeks up to 15 quid) to much per week to claim carers allowance.
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The big (white) envelope landed on the mat
Hi all, After being awarded ESA and placed in the Support Group two years ago we always wondered when my hubby's review would be so I was going to ring the DWP to find out but just today his ESA50 form arrived and boy what a nightmare the new form is! I have a couple of quick questions. He's still very ill and not able to…
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Info please about private ambulances and doctors
I'm looking for help for my daughter. She lives about 200 miles away from us in the UK. She has severe agoraphobia and can't leave the house. Has no friends and doesnt see anybody apart from the deliveries she has for food etc. She desperately wants to come home to live with us but is terrified of going out of the house…
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depression and dla refused
hi all , had a renewal and subsequent rejection of dla trying to get help with appeal but im really dreading going there and talking, to top it all off the part time gp whos taken over the practice has not mentioned fibromyalgia on the form so it makes me look like im lying! she also didnt realise i have problems at all…
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I'm a little confused by a form - any help?
I got a letter today from the DWP, it contains a form BF85A. The letter says they want to update my details, and the form is asking me for any changes in my condition. Now, I am a chronic worrier, and get more than a little tense by things I don't understand. So I wondered if anyone can answer a couple of questions for me?…
