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ADHD and ADP

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Sleeplessnightssss · 29/12/2023 20:19

Can anyone tell me if they have had success with applying for Adult Disability Payment for ADHD? If so what rate was awarded?

Thanks

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scoutingfor · 29/12/2023 20:33

There are far too many variables involved.

I could tell you I have but equally I may struggle with things you can do easily.

As it happens I do get enhanced ADP but ADHD isn't really part of it.

Sleeplessnightssss · 29/12/2023 20:47

Its for my son not me, he's been awarded standard rate care, 1 point away from enhanced rate, he's been on high rate care of DLA/CDP Since he was 7 so I'm trying to work out whether or not it would be worth submitting. Redetermination

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scoutingfor · 29/12/2023 20:51

Can you evidence anywhere that you think he should have scored that extra point?

Sleeplessnightssss · 29/12/2023 20:55

I don't know how their points system works so no, all its looks to me is 2 points here and there. Theres no explanation as to why 2 points were awarded

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Tiff191 · 29/12/2023 21:25

Hello, I applied for ADP in October and my case is currently with a case manager. I have ADHD but also other health conditions. I used this guidance to help me with the application. https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/asset-storage/production/downloads/The-Adult-Disability-Payment-application-form-and-how-to-interpret-it_1.pdf

it might be worth an appeal if you think you have extra information to add. Can I ask how long your son waited for a decision? Thanks!

https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/asset-storage/production/downloads/The-Adult-Disability-Payment-application-form-and-how-to-interpret-it_1.pdf

Sleeplessnightssss · 29/12/2023 23:18

We applied on the 2nd of October and a decision was made on the 21st of December.

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Tiff191 · 30/12/2023 22:52

Thank you, I am part of a Facebook group that is for adult women with adhd. I had a quick look there and there are a few woman who get the enhanced daily rate of ADP. It might be worth an appeal! Good luck x

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