DLA 2023 part 13

[Mumofsoontobe5boys]

DLA wait times
new claims 16-18weeks
coc 26-28 weeks
renewals within the week of needing done if sent in within a reasonable time

Well done @Luevzamum that's amazing. I sent coc for HRM in on 8 June , got a decline so send MR 28 Nov and am still waiting to hear. My daughter has a rare genetic syndrome with clear evidence from a whole host of medical professionals that not only is she severely mentally impaired but also virtually unable to walk without serious pain and we still got declined. I'm not sure what more I can do to try and convince them of something that shouldn't even need to be

It's a nightmare the wait times are so long

@ohhollyfred im pretty sure you will get it hun after what you have said. I feel like they wil decline first time just to try and save money and not really do any checks and will only properly look at the case when the parent does a mandatory reconsideration. I’m hopeful for you please let me know how u go on xx

Help please as phone line is impossible to get through to! Sent my renewal in at end of November, got my usual MRC payment of £272.40 on 29/12 and also another payment of £107.60 on the same date. Any ideas?

Hi
just wondering if anyone can help I had a text yesterday to say my child qualifys for DLA and a letter will be sent within 2 weeks. How long after this text should I receive payment? Thanks

@Mumof42024 I should imagine Friday x

Hi has anyone got an idea of how long new claims are roughly taking currently? 🙂

@xxMumofthreexx I think we are looking around 19 weeks according to a Facebook group I am on.
im on week 5, my other child’s claim took 8 weeks 3 years ago and that felt long enough 😭😭

Oh wow, I'm only on week 4 now 😬 it's the first time I've claimed so was unsure on the time scales. Surprising how long it all takes x

😣 It seems to be taking anywhere between 18-21 weeks at the moment. I’m on week 19 and it’s still not been sorted.

I claimed for my DS back in 2017 and it took about 6 weeks, then did his renewal at the beginning of 2022 and again it was about 6 weeks. These wait times now are awful.

Sorry if this has already been asked, I haven’t rtft. For renewals, do you get confirmation that they receive your form? Sent mine a couple of weeks ago but heard nothing yet.

😳 I won't expect any type of contact for a while then 🤣

I had sent in supporting letters from a couple of people involved with my little one but I've since recieved a safety plan listing concerns and triggers. Would it be worth phoning to add this onto the claim or would it not make a difference?

My sons took 19 weeks!

Yes I would send in any extra evidence you have I did after a few weeks sent in his SEN plan.

Thank you, will brave the call tomorrow! 😬 x

I sent in further information and my child's care plan at school from SEND. I then get a letter back from DLA right before Christmas asking what they want me to look at and if it is for a previous claim why did I not send in this in before.

Umm, maybe because they took so damn long to look at my original claim by the time then did it was the summer holidays and so I could not get the physical information/evidence they wanted to back up my claim.

They want my information back by 17th. Which is fine although a little demanding seems they take so bloody long anyway. I am just awaiting for a hospital report to include also.

Just wondering though, will a SEND report - make much difference ?

I understand, it shows the help / support said child needs during the day every day at school. But do they look at it like that?

I felt I have sent in so much information they just seem really awkward where I know others who haven't sent in evidence or as much as me and have qualified it is so annoying and unfair. I know the system is messed up, I'm just feeling a little deflated. Thanks

This is my first time postin my due date is this year for renewal and I only sent the forms off at the start of December how long do you think it will take. I also sent off the ehcp and new notes from school I also sent off he’s adhd diagnosis he’s needs have changed a lot and need much more support and help with he’s needs as they are very complex. Will they look at it quickly as it’s coming to an end and my next payment is due in a week

Regarding coc. DLA received my coc forms on the 21st August. I called today and have been told it’s with a decision maker so hopefully not to much longer. Wanted to post for others that are waiting 😊

Am submitting my LB mobility application in as he’s turning 5 in April. He already receives MRC. Would this be considered a CoC or a new application sending to Wolverhampton if that helps 🤷‍♀️ Just wondering if it’ll be a 3-4 month wait? Many thanks

Evening everyone ,
I applied for my daughter back on the 23rd January, it was scanned on the 20th March but I called on Friday and they said If I don’t hear by 7th August to call back up is anyone else waiting since these dates ?

I have done COCon the 10th may as my sons situation has gotten worse within a week he sleeps 2 out of 7 days he has mental health melt downs and has been placed on dsr register from green to amber within a few days he has autism burnout and mental health burnout he does not eat alot arfid in pull ups and is 14 yrs old can't wipe himself bath himself or get changed himself got chamhs meeting later today. Does anyone know how long COC takes? Thanks in advance