Having just read jenniferpa's thread about inconsistencies in how mental incapacity is defined for benefit/CT rebate purposes, I wondered what other people's experiences about applying for DLA or AA on the basis of dementia was.
With the backing of her SW who actually completed the application, my MIL applied for DLA (she is 62) 8 weeks ago. Since then we have had one letter saying it was being considered, and then today, another letter saying they needed more info and would be in touch by letter.
My MIL lives alone and has been diagnosed with vascular dementia and also rheumatoid arthritis which affects her mobility. She has been assessed as needing, and now receives, 15 hours of help every week from carers provided by SS, and attends a day hospital for two days a week. She contributes a fair amount towards the cost of this care package so the DLA would help cover these costs.
I just wondered what people's experiences were and whether the further info would mean my MIL having to undergo medical examinations etc or perhaps just accessing her recent medical reports. Does this seem unusual to anyone, or is it just the normal course of events
With the backing of her SW who actually completed the application, my MIL applied for DLA (she is 62) 8 weeks ago. Since then we have had one letter saying it was being considered, and then today, another letter saying they needed more info and would be in touch by letter.
My MIL lives alone and has been diagnosed with vascular dementia and also rheumatoid arthritis which affects her mobility. She has been assessed as needing, and now receives, 15 hours of help every week from carers provided by SS, and attends a day hospital for two days a week. She contributes a fair amount towards the cost of this care package so the DLA would help cover these costs.
I just wondered what people's experiences were and whether the further info would mean my MIL having to undergo medical examinations etc or perhaps just accessing her recent medical reports. Does this seem unusual to anyone, or is it just the normal course of events