As parents & carers, we often know our children are ‘different’ but expressing what those differences are or why can be really hard. One of the first things most of us need to do in England and Wales is apply for Disability Living Allowance. This is really daunting and leaves us with so may questions:
- What is Disability Living Allowance (DLA)?
- Should I apply?
- How much money is awarded?
- How to apply?
- How to identify my child’s needs?
- How to express their differences on a government form!
All these questions are answered in the step-by-step guide to applying for Disability Living Allowance. Andrew Powell originally created the guide, and with his permission, I (Jade Page) have added to and updated the guide.
The guide looks in detail at each question to help you effectively identify your child’s needs.
If you find the guide helpful, please share it with families who may need it.
For more on applying for DLA see my earlier post here.
