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spudly

Hey all - I'm a newbie here so i hope this is in the correct area.

I have a 3year old son (nearly 4) who has recently been diagnosed as being on the Autism spectrum.

I was wondering whether this might entitle us to any benefits (DLA, Carers etc..). I've been looking around on the site but i must confess to finding it quite confusing and wondered if there was anyone on here that might be able to help??

Regards,
Stuart

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  • In my experience, the best thing you can do is to start by making a DLA claim, this tends to be the gateway to other things i.e Carers Allowance.  You have nothing to lose by giving it a go, my daughter gets middle rate care and lower rate mobility on the 'label' of Autism. 

     

    Like Crystal said, gettting some help with filling in the form would be best as if you phrase things in the wrong way you don't get a penny.  Answer ALL questions as if it is a 'bad day'.

     

    Have you tried contacting your local Carers Group, they can be a great source of support.

     

    Good Luck! 

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  • In my experience, the best thing you can do is to start by making a DLA claim, this tends to be the gateway to other things i.e Carers Allowance.  You have nothing to lose by giving it a go, my daughter gets middle rate care and lower rate mobility on the 'label' of Autism. 

     

    Like Crystal said, gettting some help with filling in the form would be best as if you phrase things in the wrong way you don't get a penny.  Answer ALL questions as if it is a 'bad day'.

     

    Have you tried contacting your local Carers Group, they can be a great source of support.

     

    Good Luck! 

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