change in circumstance- physical condition worse

Hi, I receive DLA, awarded since 2012, but my condition has got worse. I was sent an application pack in September and started to fill it in, but then became to ill to continue. As this is not a new claim, do I need to only describe how my condition has got worse than previously reported; or should I complete the application in full? Can I ask for a new application pack as well, as I think I need to start over afresh. Can anyone advise?

Welcome to the forum,

You must fill in your claim pack as though you are starting from scratch otherwise you run the risk of losing your entitlement. But you should pay partcular attention to highlighting any deterioration in your condition particularly if you are looking for a potential increase. I am unsure as to how they will react to you asking for a new claim pack, hopefully others can advice who have done this.

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ha yes I am new to this forum. Thanks for the advice, I guess I will learn as I go along.

Hi,

This FAQ may help you find your way around :

Welcome to Benefits and Work

Our DLA Claims Guides are on this page :

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You might want to browse our : DLA FAQ’s , as well.

See also : Sending Documents to the DWP or ATOS

Please feel free to reply to this topic if you have any further queries.

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