Just had a phone call from DLA saying they have reassessed the information I sent in and have awarded him high rate care. Oh my bloody goodness. After all that stress and exhaustion and threads on here and set backs and telling me he wasnt entitled to DLA they have given him the highest rate. All for a three year old without a diagnosis.
So the social worker can shove it when she says my son does not have a disability - he has the highest rate of care needs.
I am in shock. I really expected middle rate without a diagnosis, and wasnt sure I would get that even as quite a lot of people here said how hard it would be to prove, even though I know how hard our lives are. Even the contact a family people thought I would get middle rate. Its only a 1 year award but that is good enough for me for now. I couldnt expect more.
So shocked!!!! Very very happy. This will make our live much much better and easier to survive.
Now off to try and get carers allowance backdated and call tax credits.......
Here are some suggested organisations that offer expert advice on special needs.
SN children
**DLA** Oh my goodness SMUG is actually crying - happy crying this time!!!
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