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Sheila
Jun 3, 05 - 8:31 PM |
DLA reduction
I've just had my DLA reviewed after 3 years and the mobility component has been reduced from high to low. I also have epilepsy for which I receive the middle care component. I contacted DLA and a person informed me that should I appeal I could theoretically risk losing all my DLA. This distressed me greatly, particularly as I am already upset about their decision. There is no change for the better in my physical condition and I don't anticipate any improvement in future. Can anyone help? thanks |
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StephenG
Jun 3rd, 2005 - 11:30 PM |
Re: DLA reduction
Sheila, Any review of appeal might theorectically lead to loss benefit but this is unlikely if your condition remains unchanged over the period since you were granted your benefit. I would suggest you get some advice from someone who has both some good knowledge of the welfare benefits system and epilepsy. Seeking the advice of any of the very good epilepsy organisations would be good. But remember you have a time frame in which to appeal or not. A reason sometimes benefits are reviewed and reduced or stopped is because a health care professional responsible for a claimants care is careless in their response to the periodic request the DLA or other DWP unit makes requesting information on your condition. I know that in mental health cases responses like "the patient reports feeling suicidal", rather than "the patient experiences suicidal ideation" appears to be enough for their benefit to be stopped. A check with your GP or epilepsy specialist might shed some light. |
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Sheila
Jun 3rd, 2005 - 11:45 PM |
Re: DLA reduction
Thanks Stephen for your prompt reply. I have made an appointment to see someone at CAB next week, and also intend to see my GP. My physical problems rather than the epilepsy is the main concern at present. I get information from British Epilepsy Association and their forum, but just needed a less specialised view. |
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StephenG
Jun 4th, 2005 - 6:44 PM |
Re: DLA reduction
Sheila, You are very welcome. I hope you get the advice you need. Remember many decisions are overturned in favour of the appellant in these cases. But your doctor, you and anyone else needs to be very clear in any statement or response to the DWP. Read the guidelines for claimants exceedingly carefully. Some claimants appear to get hung up and place a lot of faith in listing diagnoses or clinical labels that have been applied to them. The DWP is not that interested in your diagnosis, but on how any condition or impairment affects your ability to undertake day to day tasks, or necessitates 'care' or help. How much help, how often and for how long? Having written reports in the past for people I have been surprised at how many people underestimate the amount of time or help they require. All the best with your appeal |
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StephenG
Jun 4th, 2005 - 6:50 PM |
Re: DLA reduction
Sorry, you could also look at the following website: www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/benefits/guides_index.htm 
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