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Dla decision mumsnet I was I formed today after waiting 4 months that my son has been awarded DLA and backpay also,does Monday 17th of July from march 27th when they received my form back I rang yesterday and it’s still not even with a decision maker or case manager I’m worried with how long it’s taking Mumsnet carries some I was very late filling the form out, they received it on the 9th Dec and we had the decision by the 16th Dec. I called on Monday as was told I'd have a decision by the 22nd December, really hoping it's before because like you it's making me so anxious 🤦🏼‍♀️ keep telling myself it's a To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. It took 5 months for a decision, and then a further 2 for a mandatory reconsideration, and until last I am anxiously awaiting mr decision does anyone know the average waiting time in 2024 and are there any success stories or issues. Is it worth appealing, have you had any success with appeals? Hi I was awarded high rate dla for my son in april 2024 I've since applied for disability child element as well as the carers element which I have has added to uc last month . Add a message in journal to work coach and advise them of the backdate and date for the DLa and career element. Usually the court will not do so, but at least they will then lean on DWP to hurry up. But when the decision maker looks at it then it usually isn’t long after that that you hear anything. Dla received my application for my son on the 30th of jan. Existing claim ends 4th Feb and new one starts 5th Feb. I got the message saying my son's DLA application and had been received 5 weeks ago now. Join Mumsnet Log OK so DLA have turned us down. I'll look into the Carer's credits now. They should come back the same day or next day. Does he have a diagnosis of attachment disorder? As while DLA is decided on needs, the decision makers guidance does go by diagnosis. The first step is to ask DWP to review their decision - this is called ‘mandatory reconsideration’. BUT for any DLA decision they will look not just at whether there is a disability but how it affects your life, specifically if you need care/help to get around. Join Mumsnet Log In Hello, I have been awarded DLA and got a phone call to confirm my bank details on the 13/9 and then a text message shortly after. I'm dreading it tbh. When deciding whether and how much to award, they will not take into account anything which they see as soly a behavioural problems. All DC will be invited to apply for PIP when they turn 16. We spent 13 weeks in NICU and released home in May. I just mainly wanted to thank you to everyone for the updates! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 45 so it's going to be difficult! Hi everyone, Anyone waiting for a decision for march guys . I'm just exhausted of claim forms and terrified of challenging this decision in case he loses his award as I understand they reassess the claim. They are not allowed to award based on knowing 'that a child with any disability needs more care'. look at it the weekend as people are working over time 🤷‍♀️ Dla wait times part 30 Congratulations to everyone that has had a decision today, i'm hoping not much longer now. And that’s from the 22nd of December. Join Mumsnet Log In So happy to have found this new thread. Just wanted some advice on whether it sounds ok or if it’s too lengthy before posting it. No idea if it will be granted, but I've done my best with the form. Would you expect to clean a 10yr olds teeth? Keep a detailed diary of what you do for your child for a week and use that to fill in the form. Hi all just looking to see time frames for others dla, I applied for dla for Lo on the 10th August but got a letter on 9th November to say she has bee Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to talk navigation Advertisement Search Managed to figure out how to do it. Join Mumsnet Log In DLA decision times 32 replies JessicaKenny2018 · 04/11/2019 15:04 Anyone else waiting for Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) We had the decision yesterday and it was declined 😭 I was absolutely devastated. 07. DLA Wait times part 24 1000 replies Ash135 · 12/12/2023 13:45 Continuing on from part Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) @AM130674 It's a nightmare isn't it, I got a letter about carers being stopped when my sons dla claim runs out if no decision so I'm very anxious tbh, when I rang on Friday said hopefully someone will. If it isn't written, they can't award. The forms have clearly changed since the last one I completed so, 1. with all these numbers of our specialists ect because they must just look at what we wrote and make a decision on that within a hour or so it's ridiculous x. I keep hoping it will come through any day now. Autism is challenging for both your child and yourself. I was waiting forever and I was paid the next day after doing this. Good luck to all those waiting 🤞 I don't talk to many people in RL about DS's difficulties, so I just need to share our experience with DLA application somewhere! We had our verbal dx on the 8th December, they DP recommended applying for DLA so I called the same day to get the application. And change of circumstances is normally lowest priority with dla so it just sits waiting for its turn in a queue to be allocated to a decision maker, Hi not sure if this is the right place to post new to this. Anyone who’s previously been awarded DLA for a child, did you get a text informing you a decision had been made or was the first you knew a letter/money in your account? Just wondered if they text every single person or if it just depends! Thanks in advance DLA WAIT TIMES THREAD 58 1000 replies zoeybrooks45 decision maker; the person who assesses each claim and awards/decline a case. DLA awards are based on a @Tonichatt2288 im waiting for mine, my son was awarded mid rate and then it changed to high rate. DTS1 was awarded DLA when he was 3. Join Mumsnet Log Hi, just wondering how it works with the DLA application. I have send a dla claim as he came home on oxygen 0. We have just had our confirmation letter - one full month after they say they received our application. Join Mumsnet Log In Active Watching Add post I applied for dla for my dd who is 16 months old and has Hemiplegia. @WhereDidTheTimeGo888 hey hun I've applied for my just turned 11 year old she's in mainstream awaiting EHCP decision and senco filled in form, she was diagnosed 27 October so rang then to update them as the paperwork from paediatrician can take a while to come through and I knew my scan date was Applied for DLA for my 18month old son, scan date was 11/04 and had letter saying upto 15 weeks for a decision. 4, ASD & language disorder) - it took less than Skip to search Skip to talk navigation Advertisement Mumsnet Logo. DLA decision ha been made. ) DLA WAIT TIME THREAD 37 990 replies MLW92 scan date 6/12, was told Monday a decision has been made but she couldnt tell me what it was over the phone. I say recently, 12 Hello - just joining this thread as I'm about to post our first DLA application tomorrow. 2023 - 27. Some advice I went through this a few months ago. However, where the IQ score is higher than 55 or there is no IQ test available, the decision maker must consider all the available evidence to decide the level of the claimants useful intelligence. The decision makers are not allowed to make a decision based on diagnosis alone. We had contact-a-family help us fill in the form, plus we sent of the paed referral letter, plus a twenty page additional info document written by me. I hadnt mentioned that anywhere, ds's TA had a daughter in the lessons (lessons lasted 3 weeks before ds refused to go anymore) Hi my daughter has been awarded high rate care I’m just wondering so universal credit backdate my payments from when my Daughters Dla was awarded as I can’t seem to find any informed on this I have left so many messages on my journal and no one is getting back to me I’ve also reported change in circumstances just when I spoke to DLA they said they should DLA wait times part 22 (2023) Good luck to you too. I have almost got everything i need to start typing up my appeal letter, i have info from nas website, and some case laws. I haven't read previous threads, forgive me. I asked for update after 2 weeks and the answer is when decision is make will be on my journal. DLA - child 12 replies ELH91312 When my claim was with the decision maker I heard the next week, so hopefully the same will happen for you. My claim form had an additional 14 pages of examples of all the extra help he needs and how he is helped etc. So you’ll probably be fine. If the LA refuse transport based on DS having dual placement and/or needing to move between sites during the day, contact SENTAS who can help you challenge the LA’s decision because despite what some LAs think the law doesn’t limit their duty to the DLA WAIT TIME THREAD 60 1000 replies zoeybrooks45 decision maker; the person who assesses each claim and awards/decline a case To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. You need to ring pip and answer a lot of questions and then they send the pip form out which needs to be completed and returned. And I put the change in on the 3rd July my statement was due today so was within assessment period can take. I called again 4pm and a decision has been made. I know I have to wait for the letter to confirm payment dates, but the lady on the phone said that the back dated pay would arrive on my account over the next few days. and my work coach said there is no disabled element and I already claim for two child xx DLA Wait Times Part 9 (2023) 30/11 - rang yesterday they said a decision hasn’t been made yet. I haven't heard anything back so far just wondering if he's entitled to it or not ? And how long for the decision. And we also can't renew my DDs blue badge until we get the new DLA so we will lose that too for a while. Forms were scanned 7th march 24, god knows how long the Applied for DLA renewal scan date was 6th March 2024. What a shitty time to be awaiting a decision, with the cost of living rising so high. Trashes the place breaks things, harasses me until I drop everything to do what he wants, he's 18 months behind in school, has speech and language difficulties, can't leave him unsupervised as he most likely will end up hurting himself or his . The lady I spoke with said they have had my forms 9 weeks this Thursday and that new claims are currently taking on average about 10 weeks. I really so angry about it so I need to arm myself to get their decision overturned. In a nut shell my daughter was diagnosed as blind at 4 month earlier old and registered le @Shezza8507 my fingers are crossed for you hun I’m hoping you get the good news you deserve. I definitely need as much pension help as I can get, we don't know if she'll ever be independent. It has taken only 4 weeks for a decision as they revived the form on the 1st April which is great. 2023 previous award The new award is dated 28. She said that the form you fill in is there to act as a guide for the assessor as to what questions to ask and what areas to cover, and although the form is available to the decision maker, the decision is made mostly on the basis of the assessor's report and the supporting evidence you've sent in. My son is 16 (I put the claim in before he turned 16) he has autism. Join Mumsnet Log In It's not been looked at yet so they couldn't do it on the phone it's not with a decision maker, however just checked my account and have been paid a random amount by dla so what do that mean? Looks like back on the phone tomorrow 😫 she told me it wouldn't be stopped as I sent it back on time and told me to wait till around June. (incident Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to talk navigation Advertisement Sign up Search I applied for high rate mobility for my 4. Quote React Add post To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. My son has just been awarded DLA and we got a back payment, which I sent off DLA forms which was received by them 26/07/2023 I was told in the letter to expect a 15 week wait until a decision had been reached I've only just crept into week 6 so I know I'm probably To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet A bit late to this thread but can anybody help. You’re all amazi New thread for DLA wait times part 12 please inform information others may feel helpful in their wait wait times are currently looking at being 15-17 Skip to main content Skip to main navigation I received a letter 18th April saying they received my sons form on the 5/04/24. However on the letter it says 'your money is paid from the Wednesday after the first day that you are entitled to this allowance. Just regarding the mobility component, it can be difficult to get for very young children because their abilities are compared to a non disabled child of the same age, and all small children need assistance in a lot what is considered for the mobility element. Following on from part 19 as it’s about to become full. You need to be able to show that: At the moment they are making dla decisions rediculously last minute (ours was the day before it was due to expire!). He is very very strongly documented. Active discussions Notifications Private messages My feed My Lists Premium Dark mode Off Settings Register or Log in Thought I would start a new thread for the mandatory reconsideration for DLA. I update UC on 12 July, on 22 they write a message they send to decision maker. @Mummyrach13 ohh bless you hun you’re I love that even though you have been given your award that you have still stuck around to see others that’s amazing of you 🥰. I'm hoping for MRC at least, so can still claim Carers. How much longer for a decision? Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, Mine was scanned 24th August and still no decision. Please can someone help, I have found out the tribunal decision for an ehcp can take up to 10 weeks, my son is going into post 16 provision in September and has a annual review meeting coming up, problem is the ehcp will not be ready by the 31st March which is when all annual reviews have to be completed, I don't know what to do about this Dla Waiting Times - Part 31 Currently got 2 mrs in sent them on thursday anxious as I no the new decision maker could possibly award you even less than you was getting in the first place would defo go to tribunal if that happens. so I’ve called again for a coc update as I have had other friends that have had a decision before me! Same time applying! The lady said the cla is where it should be and that your looking up to 17 weeks for coc and that a decision should be made around the end of July 😫 it’s not with the decision maker yet mine was scanned the 1st off March! Just received my son's DLA renewal pack. I have called a few times for an update and was told last Monday it was with the decision maker. @Mumabear239 it's due to the backlog of work decision makers have, too many forms coming in and not enough decision makers, 17 weeks for a change of circumstances sounds about right. I had proof of postage but hadn't done recordes delivery. Worried if I did apply that I might get a different decision on care To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale I’ve applied for DLA for my 2 year old who has a heart condition on a pathway for adhd and autism aswell as moderate hearing loss I have sent off all evidence to support this but the doctors and Auidology at the hospital it’s been around 10 week now and still no decision has been made yet, I’m posting just because I’m wanting to hear other peoples stories if they’ve Hi all thought I’d start a thread for those awaiting a decision for child dla coc scan date 18/10 had two letters so far. If you have medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional. Join Mumsnet Log In I’m 09/05 scan date. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, Has anyone successfully appealed a DLA decision? We're just be awarded middle rate for ds (3. I then got another letter on 23/05/24 saying they still haven’t got a decision, it could take 15 weeks etc. My scan date was 25/08, I on the phone I was told it would take 19 weeks, the date they received mine was 21/07 and I still haven't had a decision yet! Quote To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, I've had a baby extreme premature 24+5 days. They told me that its taking 17 weeks to reach a decision maker, then once it is with a Decision maker, can take anything from 1 day to 2 weeks. I phone in June to be told a decision should be made by the end of July, To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Does anyone know the current waiting times. Fortunately, I scan everything sent to them and the evidence is kept in order. scan dates 04/08 East Midlands area, last txt 31/10, wishing everyone good luck whilst waiting, hoping for a decision soon , anyone else with same date ? Quote Hi ladies, Is anyone else experiencing a really long wait for DLA? Our form was scanned 8/5/2024 and I was told 15 weeks at that point. How long does it usually take or how long did it take anyone Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to talk navigation Advertisement Mumsnet Logo. Form went off 6th July and apart from the acknowledgment we haven't heard a thing Should be able to answer most of your questions your UC award and the DLA award will be paid separately. DLA say they have had a phone call as extra evidence and 'other information'. Our scan date is 02/11 so it could be any day now, b Skip to main content DLA Wait Times Part 8 (2023) To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Scan date is the date DLA scan your application forms on to their system, These waits are so long and going by what everyone is reporting my boy has got a long wait for his decision to be made. The person on the phone said that they are still sorting out the applicants that have submit Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to talk navigation Advertisement Sign up Search Definitely apply for DLA. I'm not sure if it was because it was over Christmas and new year. Join in Search Notifications DLA was refused so I have asked for a MR over the telephone and have wrote a supporting statement and my reasons for disputing the decision. And if takes the 8 weeks from that point to then process it then it means our old DLA will lapse in December before the new one starts. Join Mumsnet Log In Hi everyone, been watching for a long while. . To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Hi All, I have ASD 2 years old boy and i sent DLA form for him in 7 dec 2021. Search Active discussions Mumsnet Logo. When I called yesterday, no decision had been made but was told it would be made shortly within next 2 weeks but have been told that since beginning of October. Will be asking for MR though due to night needs but happy that it’s not been declined at least 🙂 DD is on the pathway to autism diagnosis the only evidence I sent was school statement saying she shows “clear signs of autism”. number for an update 0800 121-4600. Get paid every 4 weeks on a Tuesday with a payment due tomorrow (16th Jan) so assuming this will be the last payment under existing claim? The DLA award letter says the award will continue until 17 to allow for transition to PIP. Join Mumsnet Log In Ds with ASD currently gets middle rate DLA and I'm wondering if I should apply for lower rate mobility when he turns 5. Thanks Apparently my form hadn't been received. DLA wait times 2023 Part 10 And I will get a message to tell me when a decision has been made🙏 my scan date was 30/3 so 16 weeks 1 day today, To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Join Mumsnet Log In When they assess for DLA, I think they are looking for any additional support your child would need in comparison to a typically developing child of the same age. SD 14/08 NC I called this morning they said my claim is not with a DM. 5yo DS. Its been already 17 weeks and DLA renewal sent off 14/7 for a 14/10 deadline. I just got off the phone to DLA they are working up to 17th March this week. Hiya I understand there are super super long wait times for DLA applications at the moment, And as for wait times for a decision, I heard it can take 5 months, is that correct? Thanks! OP posts: See next See all Quote To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. His SEN school have advised me to appeal this decision as they feel he should've been awarded High Rate Mobility due to his severe needs. Hi just wondering if anyone knows if the child disability element of universal credit is backdated, we applied for dla for our daughter 12 July 21,still waiting on a decision, just wondering if accepted universal credit will backdate My sons been getting DLA for ten years now I don't think. i am not around 15 weeks and still not heard anything and feeling very helpless and hopeless. Join Mumsnet Log In I called today to see if addition evidence I sent off had been scanned through and she told me it has and my daughter’s claim is now with a decision maker. The cut of date to return it was the 19th of January - the same day we had our official dx. Decision makers like reports (school, OT, medical, a diagnosis). Has anyone received DLA Dla was paid last week and ended 27. if you can I would phone up at 9am (easiest time to get though) To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Applied for DLA for DS in January, was rejected in May, mandatory reconsideration done, a decision was made the 19/10/2024 no letter yet but received £248 today in my account I’m so confused by the amount??? I’m really not sure if I’m being unreasonable here so coming straight to the viper pit 😁 I've recently applied for DLA for my son. Mine literally got looked at on the 16th june. I've no Should I do an MR a on DLA decision? 7 replies DaniFar · 30/05/2023 10:01 Hello, I’m sorry this is long but I am so confused . i have been waiting since 18th of July for a decision on my sons reconsideration. Hi 👋 DLA got my forms end of July, it will be nine weeks tomorrow. He was awarded HRCare but turned down for the HRM. However, the customer service advisor I spoke to at the DWP said they had a massive backlog and my renewal hadn't even been looked at (2nd March) but DLA didnt tell me they would be contacting the school and i didnt see a copy of what school said, but during Tribunal they mentioned Taewonkdo lessons that i had enrolled ds in. Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Skip to search Mumsnet doesn't verify the qualifications of users. How long is usually you get awar Hi guys, just got my son's DLA renewal letter. lol. The wait time for a decision is long but if successful the award is backdated to the date I'd submission. Join Mumsnet Log In So my sons DLA renewal decision arrived in the post this morning which is 4 weeks before his current claim is due to run out. Has any one recently sent a DLA form away and how long did it take to get a decision? I sent ours away last Thursday (18th) so was expecting a text by now to say they've received it. DLA renewal which expires end of this month. So for anyone who has been through the process, how does it work? dla part 11 972 replies megan345 I just rang it’s still with DM no decision made so I’m leaving it now. DLA is there to assist your child with anything he needs and for yourself as you're caring for them and dealing with any stress associated with this. Join Mumsnet Log In Hi the DLA received my claim on the 1st April 21. Had a text saying still looking at my claim last Monday. Thank you that is really helpful I will look at those links tonight. Join Mumsnet Log In So if they turn you down and you don't agree with it and have or can get evidence to back up your claim then you need to do a MR and then a different DM - Decision Maker will look at it, and quite often the decision is then over turned. This will show point by point where the decision maker thinks your son does not qualify. Am new to all this! I am hoping then with all the copies of information I sent off, and the fact the HV has agreed to write too if needed, and the nursery that we get a decision (in our favour) fairly quickly. My Son's DLA forms were received on 17th February. If DS, or you as appointee, applies for PIP when DS turns 16, DLA will continue to be paid until a decision is made. Hate filli Not DLA but I've just had a decision overturned on my Incapacity Benefit at reconsideration after it was stopped back in February. Join Mumsnet Log In Hi there I put new claim in on the 16 June and still waiting for decision does any one no how long it taken thanks. Hiya guys im new to this so here it goes i phoned dla on the 3rd of july for forms and didnt recieve them so phoned back 2 weeks later and thn re sent them they had my sons forms on the system from the 25th of july i contacted them 2days ago and they said its on the system but theres no decision made yet im jut woundering how long it actually Spoke to the DLA office about the decision waiting times. Join Mumsnet Log In Thank you for your advice though. Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children Help for children under 16 with disabilities - DLA rate, eligibility, how to apply, claim form. DLA is a lottery really, there doesn't seem to be any consistency with how they deal with claims. appeal dla decision 8 replies Sengland01 · 06/05/2021 13:31 Hi my son has been Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) A DLA letter can also help you with things like fast passes and queue jumping, it really can be a gateway to other help other than financial. Hello, I had the forms sent to me in October 22, I sent them off in November, they didn’t receive them until December 15th apparently due to the strikes, I spoke with someone last Thursday, she said a decision should be made for me towards the end of this month beginning of April. Join Mumsnet Log In I understand the best tactic is that if they don't submit info by the deadline, you ask the court to make the decision based on the info they do have. Join Mumsnet Log In Lougle DLA decision 21 replies Lougle · 11/10/2010 10:09 I phoned today, as it Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) DLA WAIT TIME THREAD 41 That's more realistic because all they have to do is look at what has changed if anything and then make the decision x. Hope this helps had an IQ test, the decision-maker at the Department of Work and Pensions must consider other evidence, including that of impairment of social functioning where that has an effect on useful intelligence. I'm offended by their decision of him needing no additional care or assistance. ) is the cerebra guide still the best one to use and 2. DLA case law has accepted that autism spectrum disorders are physical disorders of brain development. So to me, it came across that some will take 17 weeks, some 19. I sent the forms off earlier this week and am aware that it can take months for a decision. Hi all. The letter telling me to move from dla to pip just gives me a number to call with DS present but I couldn't get through in time today as they only open 9-5 and he doesn't get home from school until 4. Join Mumsnet Log In Think I have been getting my terms all a little confused with care rate of DLA and carers allowance - its the DLA we're currently doing. I have called today and been told no decision has been made as of yet. These are also higher than the same period a year ago (21 weeks and 15 weeks respectively in January 2021). 43 replies JustPondering · 09/04/2013 20:09 HI, I applied for DLA 3 Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) Good luck to everyone waiting for a decision. You can challenge a decision on the DLA claim you made for your child. Thank you am waiting on reply back from uc. Yes I'm his appointee. Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Decision was overturned today from LRC to HRC 21 weeks into our MR! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. But not atm so I can't help with time frames. The Cerebra guide is helpful when completing the form. I sent my DLA child claim back in April and my scan date is the 25/05/2023. Not in all cases, but quite a few are. Hoping to hear back soon, like you I had a letter confirming they had got the application but I also got a letter New claims (NC) - people are being told the wait time has increased to 25 weeks! I would say most are done before this though around the 20 week mark? Mandatory I rang this morning for an update as it has been with a decision maker since 6thNov so nearly 2 weeks and still no decision! Has anyone around the same time frame as Anyone sent a form off recently for a new DLA claim? How long did you wait for a decision/response from them? Sent my form off today! Hi I've recently received a renewal pack for my daughter's DLA. That is why they might consult the school. I have read a lot since applying for mine. For a child who goes to school, how she is affected while at school is obviously relevant. Ive sent it back off but confused as she is awarded until November 17. They have rejected it and I need to now fill out the appeal form. His award ends in March 2021 but form asks to send it back immediately, doesn't say by which date. Are you seriously asking people to give you what you hope are the "right" answers that will allow you to receive a higher rate of DLA even though your child may not display those behaviours? Because if you are, that's fraud. Guidance issued in December 1999 says that the decision maker should decide whether the claimant has the ability to solve abstract tests but is unable to apply that the form has only just gone in for DLA, I was aware of the Carers Allowance but assumed I couldn't apply until we got a decision on an award (which will take an age, min 20weeks atm apparently). (and 3) you need to declare that you care for a child with health conditions/ disabilities which will then give you the extra £146/£456 you mention. We applied f For a fourteen year old, then probably lower or middle rate. They also asked that I do not call unless I haven't had a decision by week 19. I know from my eldest son, and when my youngest got mid rate, that I had to complain to UC and then it was sorted! I’ve just added a note to my journal saying can I chase the progress please as mine has been with a decision maker since 11 November to change Hi Just wondered if anyone had any experience / tips for appealing a DLA decision? We were on higher rate and I knew really it wouldn't stay that w Skip to main content Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to talk navigation Advertisement Sign up Search I applied for DLA for DS who has severe dyspraxia and have been awarded higher rate personal care (yay!) but nothing for mobility (boo). Hi, i posted new claim on 7th April 2022 received 8th April. 2025 which I'm really happy about. new claims taking upto 15-17 weeks and when I worked it out it’s mid to end of March when I should hear something for my son :) To comment on I have filled in the forms for DLA for my daughters autism. After they turn 16, you get a letter asking you to apply for pip. But I haven’t received any news yet. Or however many weeks they are saying it takes for them to be looked at. It won’t go to the decision maker until the 15 weeks is passed. Hi posted earlier in week, i am appealing dla hrm for ds who is aged 4, they only gave one reason on the statement ofdecision and that was that wen ds refuses to walk he is making a concious decision. The DLA decision makers are trying to get a picture of how the child's medical conditions affect her in every aspect of her life, how much extra support she needs and how often. There is a poster on here called Riven. As he's older, things have changed. Join Mumsnet Log In Dla wait time part 29 4/10 decision made today MRC Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) Now for the long wait for dla decision 🙄 I think both our daughters more than qualify for dla, I’m thinking middle / high rate care, they do need a lot more care than a child there age just hopefully we’ve stated that enough. whilst they assess, DLA will be paid until they have reached a Our renewal was sent off and received mid January and we got a decision on Monday. Cue a very panicked two weeks sorting it all. DLA wait times part 16 (2023) 997 replies JME85 I'm 16/6 and went to decision maker yesterday Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) Hi I'm awaiting a decision on a DLA claim for my son who also has ADHD. My friends DD was turned down even though she has serious mobility issues, multiple operations, daily use of oramoph to control the pain, used a wheelchair/crutches - even needed the house adapted as she can't manage stairs. I've also put for both to be backdated it was sent to Wait times for normal rules DLA reassessment claims are currently 25 weeks 'end to end' from registration to a decision and 17 weeks from the AP referral to the decision, as of January 2022. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) DLA wait times new claims 16-18weeks coc 26-28 weeks renewals within the week of needing done if sent in within a Scan date 9/5 Decision made awarded care which is great but I want to do a Mr for mobility as wasn't awarded for that but think dc is entitled to low Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, Hi. Think I had the quickest - Sent off the DLA form cant remember the date exactly now, got a letter awarding it around 2/3 days later and another letter which came about 2/3 days after we had got the decision saying that they would make a decision soon dated the day after they received the form from us this was after we already had the decision. I second looking at transport. 1 and the form was received on 10th May this year. 6 for 5 years, renewal pack came at the weekend which I'm really looking forward to complete . I have a 6 year old who gets high rate I sent my daughters DLA form in December 2021, 12 weeks later we had a decision. My DS was on HRC and LRM. We applied because my son was involved in a serious RTC (we were going on holiday with our friends, he wanted to travel in their car following us, a car came round a bend missed us but hit them head on) understandably he struggles with the fact he was the only one in the car and DLA case manager decision 8 replies Lulu2914 · 08/11/2021 11:11 Hey, I’ve just rang to Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here) Called this morning and decision was made on 1st December for MRC 🎉🥳 pay should be in tomorrow hopefully but before Friday. My child is twelve now, but he has had DLA since he was three (middle rate care, high rate mobility). I have ever had a confirmation text or letter,hey say it takes about 15 weeks at the moment for a decision,I know it's hard but it's a waiting game And stay away from the DLA is due to stop on the 21st march and we supply them. If the renewal is refused/changed does her The first stage to challenging a Decision is for you to request a Mandatory Reconsideration, this needs to be done in writing to the DWP, within one month of the I’m attending my appeal for my child’s DLA today, which I applied for on 11/01/2023. I’ve applied for DLA for my 2 year old who has a heart condition on a pathway for adhd and autism aswell as moderate hearing loss I have sent off all evidence to support this by the doctors and Auidology at the hospital it’s been around 10 weeks now and still no decision has been made yet, I’m posting just because I’m wanting to hear other peoples stories if they’ve Hi does anyone know how long it's taking for new DLA claims. But I’ve seen people talking about case handlers/ decision makers and calling for updates. I’ve received the DLA letter to say my son is entitled to middle rate To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I have asked for details/copies of this information but this will take two weeks. They did say to me yesterday that it is more like 19 weeks. My experience is you get the money in your account before you get the decision letter. If you've been given the decision over the phone you should ask for a written statement of reasons. Is there anything you wish you'd known? DLA WAIT TIMES THREAD 57 1000 replies zoeybrooks45 decision maker; the person who assesses each claim and awards/decline a case. If you phone at bang on 9am you can normally get straight through to them (after the normal press 742 to talk to a human palaver!) and they told me a week before you can ask for it to be marked urgent if a decision hasn’t been made - don’t know if it I last made a DLA claim for child in 2016, My sons was up December just gone and they left the renewal the day before as they forgot to send it to a decision maker! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. They reduced it by 65 I claim for 2 young children . He sounds just the same as yours lol. It's for DS9, who's autistic and has increasingly significant needs by comparison to his peers. If you have sent in lot's of evidence then I shouldn't worry. I would absolutely recommend getting some help to fill it in, especially if it's your Hi I was also on the old thread Dla waiting times part 10 my scan date is 31st March too I called this morning to ask for an update and she said it’s with a case manager does that mean it’s still gonna be a while yet cos does it have to DLA waiting times continue from thread 55. Question is, i received a 2nd letter from DWP asking for my sons original birth certificate to be sent in and it would be sent back immediately. Called today and the decision to award MRC was made on Friday. koney from me but not put on the disabled element. When we did our last renewal we were told it’s generally the day before renewal a decision is made. I worked helping people with DLA and PIP claims until fairly ecently. I am so happy for my little boy because nursery have said they need 1-2-1 funding for my boy and my council have said they won't get that without DLA. And they put me on UC claim review ,😡so need send photos in my window ,holding my passport and many more documents Dla is about extra care needs, so you need to compare your child with a "normal" child of the same age. I love these threads they have really kept me sane over these past few weeks. rnpp bwhe ymv xjhvkp efl ocfmrz gbw gkdlhsr kiro rwiaei