Ah right. Thanks nitram. Will ring and ask for that.
I see what you mean, but it is so complicated, I was stymied by the logic being so conflicted, and am grateful that you saw it through and made it happen. I will try likewise, walking in your footsteps.I made a claim before Xmas for AA. All I can say is get the paper version of the form, complete it as a none person ie not the claimant, not a carer and not as a relative. It will upset you, but it must be claimed. Once I had done this I realised that she needed an appointee so I signed the form on her behalf and ticked the box which said she was unaware of the claim. A visit from the benefits agency was arranged, confirmed mum could not act for herself, all benefits in my name for her now. Carers can be claimed once AA awarded by the person giving care so long as conditions are satisfied.
Don't be too ashamed be honest to yourself in doing the forms, if you or someone was not there what would the dementia patient do?
Thanks for relaying your valuable experience. Good for you. I wonder, What is CAB? I am tempted to fill it out as a well-wisher, or at least, a would-be attorney, with the Lasting Power of Attorney being in the works.I agree that applying for Attendance Allowance is a very strange experience. I filled the form in recently on my husbands behalf and it was difficult to keep in role. Fortunately my husband could understand what was written and was able to sign. I did have a phone call from the department to clarify a few points also pointing out that I should let them know when/if I register LPA. Higher rate was granted which I wasn't expecting. Can understand why many people on here recommend going to CAB for help with these forms.
How brave and resourceful you are. Inspiring! I am pleased it all came right.Just a quick note - MIL is fiercely independent (still!) and in denial about her capabilities.
When the award letter arrived she had totally forgotten about the application and we went through the same conversation again. Now she doesn't remember what it was for and thinks it is related to the winter fuel payment
Thanks for relaying your valuable experience. Good for you. I wonder, What is CAB? I am tempted to fill it out as a well-wisher, or at least, a would-be attorney, with the Lasting Power of Attorney being in the works.