DLA question

crawley_girl

Hi there

Just a quick question - am in the process of applying for DLA for myself and am going to write to my GP and Con. Neurologist to let them know. Only I'm not sure what I should say.

I asked my GP his opinion on me applying for DLA about 2 months ago and he said that he didn't think I would get it. I asked the same of my neuro and he said that he thought I had more experience (applying for DLA is part of my job amongst other things) and he agreed with whatever I thought!!! He is a dude so this comment just made me chuckle.

I know that the being awarded DLA is about how the condition affects me and ultimately not their opinion, but their response to DLA could affect the outcome

So the thing is, what should I say in my letters? Something along the lines of:
______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Dear Doc

A few months ago we spoke about me applying for DLA and I have decided to apply. I have completed the forms and have put you down as my GP/ Specialist and it is likely that DLA will contact you for further information about my health condition.


That's when I get stuck.... what do I say next?


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Any advice gratefully received!

:heartpuls CG :heartpuls

lilac_lady

My sister got awarded DLA (lower care) but when she applied she just put her doctor's name down in the bit where the form asks who can give details about your illness. She didn't mention to her doctor that she had applied for DLA as she felt that she had answered every question honestly (and in detail) and that her GP should give an unbiased report on her condition. She had a DWP doctor visit her at home and was granted DLA so her GP's report must have backed her up..

shazrobo

when i applied for DLA a couple of months ago, i just filled in the form as honestly as possible, same as lilac lady's sister, and just added the gp's details in the correct box, as well as the names of other proffessional's who were providing care. think i was one of the lucky ones in some respects cos i never had a DWP doctor see me

ggugvrunt

I suffered from Guille and Barre syndrome earlier this year and it has left me with problems walking unaided and loss of feeling in my fingers (difficult to type!). I had someone from Social Services come to my home to help me fill in the form and gave the names of my consultant and GP without informing them. It took a while but I was awarded higher rate DLA without any examination or anything, even though this condition is not always considered to be permanent (one of the conditions I believe).
I think it may have been because the person who helped me used to evaluate applications so she knew exactly how to phrase my answers without actually lying.

crawley_girl

Thanks for your replies guys.

I have put them down as people that are involved in my care as per the form. I just felt that I should let them know that it is likely that DLA will contact them. Maybe I am just worrying over nothing!

Thanks again

:heartpuls CG :heartpuls

dmg24

Are your GP and consultant sent a copy of what you have written?

If not, it could do no harm in sending them a copy? Makes sure you are 'singing from the same hymn sheet'?! x

crawley_girl

dmg24 wrote: »

Are your GP and consultant sent a copy of what you have written?

If not, it could do no harm in sending them a copy? Makes sure you are 'singing from the same hymn sheet'?! x

Good thinking. I might just do that!

Penny-Pincher!!

Hi

I would send a copy of whatever you state to your GP and consultants. It is highly likely that they will contact your GP anyway with it being your first claim. They normally send your GP a questionairre (sp) type form (A4 size both sides) which asks in more detail about your illnesses and how they effect you.

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lilac_lady

Going by my sister's experience I don't think it's necessary to send a copy of your DLA claim to your GP. If you are being treated for a medical condition that affects you so much that you claim DLA surely your GP would back you up when asked to produce a report on your condition?