DLA Wait Times Part 5 2022

[MissRedd]

Hi,

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

I just phoned and no updates yet for me, asked for it to be put on system to text me and notify me if awarded. Probably will still call daily. Had such a strong feeling today I would have an answer

What I don't understand is why the system is still so archaic. Here's my idea:

Take the majority of it online (with alternatives for people who need them). Create some kind of online portal where we can make the application itself, upload additional info (or post if necessary). And then make it so that we can log in to that same online portal and see the status of the application. It could show that it has been recieved, if it's waiting, if it's with a DM, when it's awarded and what the award is.

Allowing us to see that information would free up a bunch of telephone operators, who could then potentially be redirected to Decision Making, thus speeding up the whole process. Surely more efficient all round, no?

Oh, and also a government that actually funds public services might help too.

Scan date 12th August had a phonecall this morning asking questions then 20 min later a text to say he qualified. Goodluck all xxx

Great news. Did they call off a number or was it with held

My scan date was 17th August called today no decision made yet. So not sure if that means it's with the dm and they haven't decided yet or not with the dm at all yet? I'm new to all this so didn't think to ask.

@Gemma96x my son was awarded friday the 4th of november . However the decision maker had checks on them .( They are random as with large amounts of money being processed all of the time sometimes they will need to be checked.) They told me to call Friday just gone and it still hadn't been actioned. So called yesterday and was told it had been actioned Friday and money should be with me by tomorrow. It may be that yours was one to be checked too xx

I can’t work this out either everything else is done online why not this, the process would be so much quicker, hopefully my wait will be over soon fingers crossed

Does anyone know if they do more checks with school and doctors etc before it goes to dm or if they do that ? What's the average it stays with the dm?

My gut feeling was correct I've just had a text to say my son qualifies and I'm calling to find out rates! So so happy!

Your were right @Momto3smalls great news. When was your scan date

Does anyone know if they will accept your call without your reference number?

Oh and the best number to call if they don’t need the reference to chase up my application? Thanks

Yes they will, they'll ask other questions instead e.g. bank names to verify the application details you wrote down.

Hi All,

I've created a new thread called 'DLA Waiting Times Part 6 2022' when this one becomes full.

Good luck to everyone with pending applications! X

Link below for the new thread:

DLA Waiting Times Part 6 2022 www.mumsnet.com/Talk/childcare/4678108-dla-waiting-times-part-6-2022

Scan date is 11th august I'm over the moon, still trying to speak to someone though

Hi my son was diagnosed with adhd and I received the lower rate in July but had a review appt today and they now say they don't think it's adhd but high asd. How do I get them to relook at this information?

You can give them a call for a Change of Circumstance. Though it is worth mentioning the wait for a COC is much longer than a first time application 20+ weeks I've seen.

Good luck x

@Momto3smalls Congrats hun ❤️

Thank you! Haven't managed to get through to anyone tonight so il ring tomorrow then I can call tax credits and is there anything I'm missing ? Xx

Hiya, was wondering what was your scan date. Please xx

Mines the 11th august xx

Mine was the 11th of August aswell, did you call or recieve a text. Soooo anxious of the outcome xx

I received a text today! Not long I hope you get a positive outcome! Does anyone know how long to receive back pay from being accepted? Xx

When do they backdate from?

They will backdate it to the day you called for it, or if you printed it out yourself they will backdate it to the scan date! So for me I called on the 2nd of august but they received it on the 22nd but they will still backdate it to the 2nd of August x