2006-09-08 02:03:26 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
pretend you got a bad back
its that easy
2006-09-08 02:05:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
People with perfectly valid claims for DLA have been turned down on two, three and even four occasions ~ and then have been awarded it(!).
The criteria used by those whose job it is to adjudicate is something I know nothing about, but I can imagine that there must be some poor or lightly reasoned claims that rise to the surface ....somewhat like the reason of 'Having a Toothache' given for calling an ambulance via ''999''.
I receive DLA, and I've been receiving it since about ten years now. As a child I contracted Polio, and for years lived life as pretty much an average human being with the usual interests in life. Only, about ten years ago, suddenly I was no longer able to 'walk' as I used to do (I took part in annual 30 mile strolls with Med Students from all over London), 'problems' with walking and balance, with sleep and other areas took a toll on my daily life.
These 'things' as separates, were difficult to 'prove' as problems, and more so when they all combined together in ones life to create a complex problem of their own.
In a way, it's something like having to prove that you are colour blind.
Outwardly and in certain lights, I don't appear to be 'disabled.' Seeing a Blue Badge on my car with me behind the wheel, one might assume that 'I'm just the driver' and not the Blue Badge owner.
It is very easy to be cynical and to simply see the receivers of DLA as 'spongers,' or some other term. However, I don't doubt that there are those who 'cheat the system,' there has to be (just as there are drivers who drink and get away with it and without having accidents). But I can say in total honesty that I have never known anyone who has abused it.
Sash.
2006-09-08 03:29:47 · answer #2 · answered by sashtou 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
surgeons have offered to cut my guys leg off , that's considered a nuisance not a disability .
my ex has had back trouble for years which is considered a serious disability , yet he works bringing in the hay every year which would test the endurance of an Olympic athlete .
so i would say its easy providing there's nothing wrong with you , catch 22
2006-09-08 02:19:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a muscular disorder in my left wrist and I had to apply three times before they would consider me for disability living allowance. However it helps your claim if you are already claiming incapacity benefit because you are unable to work. I wouldn't recommend applying if there is nothing wrong with you as it is highly likely that you would be found out.
2006-09-08 02:40:47 · answer #4 · answered by scooby619 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
actually its very difficult, and shouldnt be tried for unless you really do have a disability, otherwise your just defrauding the government and taking away other peoples chances!!!! my mum has major back problems which affects her walking, bending etc, which causes problems in everyday life. and even tho she is classed as 'severly diabled', she had a lot of trouble getting disability living allowance, and even now shes only on the lowest amount. lots of people try to get it so they dont have to go to work and this is the reason people like my mum, who actually need it, have such a problem getting it.
2006-09-08 02:11:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where I am from Ontario, Canada it would appear that if you go in with a doctor's note telling the government that you have a broken fingernail you can get it. I may be exerating a bit but I know people who are pretty fit, carrying cases of beer down the road, that are off for bad backs etc. What a crock.
2006-09-08 02:07:29 · answer #6 · answered by crazylegs 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Providing you have a proven diagnosed disability, quite straightforward. You get the forms from the Benefits Office (available online) and fill them in. They then write to your GP for a report and if your GP confirms your disability, the benefit is awarded according to the degree of help you need.
2006-09-08 02:07:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
as far as DLA is in contact this isn't any longer the situation which dictates an award yet the way it impacts the claimant. i.e. 2 human beings could have the comparable ailment and you may actually be offered DLA on an identical time as the different won't. whilst filling out the varieties you ought to ask the questions relative to the variety you (your daughter) feels whilst she is at her worst. do no longer attempt to dilute the outcomes as this could weaken your declare. notwithstanding, do get help to end the type the two from CAB or social artwork. good success!
2016-12-18 06:50:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Must be very easy as I know several people who receive it. I believe the form is a bit off putting but there are several websites that detail how you should fill it in. Good luck.
2006-09-08 04:05:43 · answer #9 · answered by Jackie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not very, get a lawyer at head start,it really doesn`t matter whats wrong with you, unless it`s terminal.you`ll be denied 3 times, then you get to go to a judge (that`s when most people get a lawyer).you are reviewed every 3-6 yrs, by ssi. depends on how likely you are to recover. i know a girl who got a lawyer first . she didn`t have to wait a year, like i did the amount you get is based on how much you put in. if you have not worked much, you can get a supplement,
2006-09-08 02:07:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau and ask for a benefit check.
2006-09-08 04:29:56 · answer #11 · answered by a_facchini 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋