Published on 12, July, 2020
Im new to the forum - I have 3 boys, 14yrs, 11yrs (diagnosed asd,adhd + chromosmal abnormalities, global delay), 9yrs old (undiagnosed but under camhs).
I have 2 questions the first regarding DLA - I have had DLA for middle son more or less since birth, varying levels at varying times of development, at the moment middle rate personal care and lower rate mobility. He has always struggled with sleeping, nightmares etc and has recently started on melatonin. Someone told me i should reapply as its a change of circumstances but im concerned with todays climate they will reduce the ammount. There are a few other things that seem to be getting worse with him too, such as sensory problems and ticks. Is it really worth it? and would i have to reapply or just inform of changes?
The second question is regarding carers allowance grant, I have never applied for it before and would like to try and get some out door play equipment for him, does anyone know where is good value for money and that supplies swings for older/heavier kids, as you will understand i think toys for my boys have to be just a bit more durable. Ive looked but most websites are expensive or commercial.
Thanks in anticipation
Hello Jo90 and welcome to the forum. We hope you find this a useful place to get support and share information with other users.
I'm sorry to hear about your concerns with regards DLA. You may find it useful in respect to this and Carers' Allowance or grants for equipment to contact the NAS Welfare Rights Service who should be able to provide support and guidance in terms of what you are currently entitled to.
Information about the Welfare Rights Service can be accessed here:www.autism.org.uk/welfarerights
We hope that you find this, alongside the information provided above by 7823rose useful, and we're glad to hear that 7823rose found the NAS useful in this regard.