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What are the criteria with AS to get DLA?

IntenseWorld

Has anybody with ASD (adult) got DLA and what rate is normally awarded for AS?  I haven't had a reply yet but my eldest's DLA was refused so now I don't hold much hope that they will grant mine.

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  • I have to agree with openheart. DLA can be received regardless of whether you work or not, and Aspergers by its very nature is a significant disability. If it were not disabling, why would you even get diagnosed?. Aspergers is different to some conditions because it is life-long; you cannot outgrow the disability, although some issues may improve with time, but only given a stress free environment that nurtures growth.

    ESA is a different benefit for those not in work, and so it should be periodically assessed, in order to ascertain whether or not the person is still incapable of work. However, assessment should take into account the needs of the individual, and should be as stress free as possible.

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  • I have to agree with openheart. DLA can be received regardless of whether you work or not, and Aspergers by its very nature is a significant disability. If it were not disabling, why would you even get diagnosed?. Aspergers is different to some conditions because it is life-long; you cannot outgrow the disability, although some issues may improve with time, but only given a stress free environment that nurtures growth.

    ESA is a different benefit for those not in work, and so it should be periodically assessed, in order to ascertain whether or not the person is still incapable of work. However, assessment should take into account the needs of the individual, and should be as stress free as possible.

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