Hi Glenchass,
I worry about everything,I don't even know if I will get dla yet.I have never been the one in charge of finances etc.it scares me.I am now on income support but the lady at job center said, as probably wont be able to go back to work that there was some other benefit that might be better to have instead of income support.
How many weeks is the average to hear back from dla?
Thanks Dot x

usually about 8weeks ,but dont hold ur breath cus mine was questioned needed 2nd opion cus dx at 34,so took 12 weeks ,but they do back date it to the date they receive ur application

Hi Dotty,
I have waited 12 weeks to hear from DLA,I got help from a resource
group, I didn't think I would get it and my daughter who works for
DWP told me I would probably have to get a medical and not to hold my breath, but lo and behold I got and envelope today from them and it was so thick I thought that it was to fill in more forms but not so, they have given care and mobility allowance for the near future with a view to assessing at a later date. Don't give up if you have one try one of these groups they are clued up on these things and help with appeals and such. All the best.

Marymo

igot dla middle care high mobility this took me 15 weeks to get it the doc at hosptail would not have eny thing to do with it so my gp had to send in a report then they the dla still not happy so sent there own doc to see me asked me allsorts then on the way out he siad to me how did you get pd i said donot kown he said good answer take care so donot lose heart as others have said you will get it back to date when you put it in

I got top rate DLA mobility, but had to appeal twice.

I get the higher rate for care and mobility from the DLA. Its very important the way that the forms are completed. I knew this prior to my application because my sister worked for a firm that assisted people to appeal against benefit decisions. I took my forms to the the CAB. They have somebody trained to complete the forms in just the way that can get the best benefits for you. I woulod always advise people to take them there to be completed.

Glenchass

I just got letter this morning saying I don't qualify for care or mobility.I'm pissed off!!
My pd really crap at the moment,tried having shower,couldnt even rub shampoo in,came back to room struggled putting clothes on,so havent bothered with socks.cant do my hair let alone makeup today.struggled to post office to cash giro,everyone in such a hurry trying to rush me.My hands were in extra slow motion,couldn't even put money in purse.Stopped in co op for basics had to sit down several times I came back to refuge in tears feeling a real idiot.
My driving has gone down hill to,using bus more.
Sorry for going on just so pissed off.

Hi Dotty
That really is bad news. I think you have to appeal. but do so with support from the PDS.
I know that its said to be a good thing to use the bus but with your children!
Anyway good luck.
Regards,
Weedy

Hello Dot , sorry to here you got no joy on your claim for DLA . Did you get help in filling it in or did you do it by your self, if it's the latter you need help to appeal . Contact PDS HELPLINE to find out who in in your area and they will advise you .Steph x

Well Dotty ,if you did not get the message ..........lol