dla/esa

And, sorry,
are people with mental illness
more , or less, likely to be awarded dla?
generally speaking.

stephano wrote:

Many thanks, Bro,
how long do dla payments last? Is it similar to esa..time-limited,
or assessment/prognosis-based, or ..?

Hi S,

The Length of DLA awards can vary, 1 year is the minimum, awards can also be given "Indefinately", however, this is not a life award though, and DLA awards can be reviewed at any time after 12 months.

bro58

stephano wrote:

And, sorry,
are people with mental illness
more , or less, likely to be awarded dla?
generally speaking.

Hi S,

I am not aware of the statistics for this. However, it is important to understand that it is the resulting limitations/disabilities/care needs, caused by the medical conditions, whether mental or physical, that qualify you for an award of DLA.

bro58

Thanks, Bro,
so, like esa, it's the "resulting limitations " that require emphasis from the claimant, when completing the dla application form. My mp's caseworker
sent a supporting letter, to add to my esa
gl24. appeal. I'm thinking it may help me to have
a similar letter from her in this instance.
Would you agree, Bro.?

Thanks,
and how is it decided whether a claimant attends a medical , or not?
Is it based on what onformation is on the
application form (for dla i.e.).

stephano wrote:

Thanks, Bro,
so, like esa, it's the "resulting limitations " that require emphasis from the claimant, when completing the dla application form. My mp's caseworker
sent a supporting letter, to add to my esa
gl24. appeal. I'm thinking it may help me to have
a similar letter from her in this instance.
Would you agree, Bro.?

Any supporting evidence can only help, S.

You may wish to peruse this also :

www.dwp.gov.uk/publications/specialist-g...-medical-conditions/

bro58