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DLA Wait Times Part 5 2022

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MissRedd · 26/10/2022 17:53

Hi,

I created a new thread as the old one is reaching its limit.

OP posts:
Are your children’s vaccines up to date?
georgiesmuma · 14/11/2022 13:53

@sadiekt21 does he have a EHCP or IEP from school that you could get ??

sadiekt21 · 14/11/2022 13:46

Hi All, so last week my claim was declined. Its been looked at again today by a different DM as there was late evidence but it's still declined.
They are saying it needed more evidence to show he differs from a child of his age (4). They are apparently strict on the under 5 rule. They are saying that because he's under 5, he doesn't need anything different to a child of that age. But my argument is that he is in reception and with children of 5 it's just he has a later birthday.

I've already sent of hospital letters, health visitor letter, spoa referral. What else can I do 😭

Trustynickname · 14/11/2022 13:42

Hi all, just an update, don’t give up hope - I was told last week that hasn’t even been passed on to case worker yet, but today rang and found out it has been awarded. I found out over the phone, but I haven’t had a text or letter or any payment.. she said should receive payment in next few days, I don’t have any pending upcoming payments, does anyone know when they usually send payment?

I feel absolutely relieved and greatful, finally my little one gets what he deserves, he’s had a real struggle these past few years, these payments will help me access provisions for him that I wouldn’t have been able to prior.

Good luck everyone xx

ChantelleB · 14/11/2022 13:29

Congratulations!!!

Sharna123 · 14/11/2022 13:12

Finally got decision, scan date 9th August....high rate care and low rate mobility. This feed has really helped me out 😃

ChantelleB · 14/11/2022 13:04

Thank you😊

joannef83 · 14/11/2022 13:00

@ChantelleB DLA for children, advice and support

ChantelleB · 14/11/2022 12:58

@joannef83 What group is this if you don’t mind me asking ?

Lysha1988 · 14/11/2022 12:51

@Navigatormum your welcome good luck 🤞🏼 ❤️

joannef83 · 14/11/2022 12:46

Someone posted on Facebook that they were scanned on the 18th August and have been told it is being looked at today.

Navigatormum · 14/11/2022 12:41

@Lysha1988 Thank You 🤗❤️

namechangeagain3 · 14/11/2022 12:40

Was due to expire December

namechangeagain3 · 14/11/2022 12:40

So relieved. Just phoned them and my daughters renewal has been done for 5 years! High rate care and low rate mobility. Do I need to inform UC that is staying the same now for 5 years? X

Lysha1988 · 14/11/2022 12:33

@Navigatormum Requesting help from your Mp should really help I contacted mine 11 days ago. Scan date 13th September. And my dd has been awarded. Fingers crossed for you x

ChocolateSundayGirl · 14/11/2022 12:19

I think she might have said the award was from 20th July. I rang for the forms on the 11th July. Does that sound right? Xx

ChocolateSundayGirl · 14/11/2022 12:18

Don’t give up hope any of you 💕 Give them a call. I was so stressed that I hadn’t done enough for my daughter. I can’t even remember what date she said it was awarded from to be able to phone carers or tax credits 🤦🏻‍♀️

Momto3smalls · 14/11/2022 12:14

Mine went to a case manager on the 11th they said to give them till Friday to make a decision Grin

Navigatormum · 14/11/2022 12:06

@Momto3smalls everything crossed

ChocolateSundayGirl · 14/11/2022 12:05

@Momto3smalls thanks so much. I literally cried to her on the phone. my scan date was 10th august. I sent lots of stuff, copies of EHCP, Autism diagnosis, occupational therapy report, can’t think what else right now xx

Navigatormum · 14/11/2022 12:04

@ChocolateSundayGirl Congrats❤️🤗

Momto3smalls · 14/11/2022 12:02

Oops scan not scan lol

Momto3smalls · 14/11/2022 12:01

@ChocolateSundayGirl congratulations! What was you're scab date and what evidence did you send ? Xx

Momto3smalls · 14/11/2022 12:00

Same as me ! I was told all last week I should have a decision this week !

Navigatormum · 14/11/2022 11:59

@Momto3smalls 11th August

ChocolateSundayGirl · 14/11/2022 11:59

I’ve just come off the phone and sat here crying like a bloody baby! Finally a decision!! Hrc & lrm until 2027. So happy it’s finally sorted and I can get my girl the things she needs so much. Lots and lots of luck to everyone waiting a decision xx

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