I've been awarded ESA

devon_guy

Today I found out I've been awarded ESA for 2 yrs, a mighty relief. As I receive DLA do I automatically get the disability premiums or do I need to apply for them? Thank you!

pmlindyloo

Are you on contribution based ESA? Which group are you in?

If you are on contribution based ESA are you also eligible for income based ESA (means tested so any partner/ Savings/Capital?)

What levels of DLA have you been awarded?

Do you live alone? Does someone claim Carer's Allowance for you?

Sorry, for all the questions!

devon_guy

I'm on contribution with income top up, middle rate care and live alone and no one gets carers allowance for me,

devon_guy

I'm in the support group, contribution based with income top up. I get middle rate dla and live alone and no one gets carers allowance for me.

pmlindyloo

Here's a link for you so you can work it out:

http://www.esahelp.co.uk/rates.php

You need to contact them and let them know. I think there is a form to complete!

devon_guy

Typical government agencies not being joined up! Thank you for your help.

pmlindyloo

devon_guy wrote: »

Typical government agencies not being joined up! Thank you for your help.

To be fair for the SDP there are extra 'rules' like living alone and not having any non dependants living with you, nor someone claiming CA for you. If you own your own house and are not claiming HB/housing costs then I don't think the 'no non dependants living with you' would be on 'file'.

The SDP is the premium that I believe you will need to complete the form to claim.

Indie_Kid

pmlindyloo wrote: »

Here's a link for you so you can work it out:

http://www.esahelp.co.uk/rates.php

You need to contact them and let them know. I think there is a form to complete!

There is a form to complete. But, unlike many forms, it's pretty simple.