Re: turned down for dla :(
Hi, Yes, that must be annoying which benefit are you on presently and how bad does one have to be to qualify for DLA anyway??
Re: turned down for dla :(
hi lucy
im not on any benefits at the moment just a little bit of housing benefit not much at all i have been getting full pay from work for 27 weeks but i go down to half pay next week i only work part time 27 hours a week.they really did make it sound like there is naff all up with me
Re: turned down for dla :(
Things are getting tougher and you will find that if you can do basic things like get up, wash, get dressed, cook yourself some food etc then you will not be eiligible.
They are clamping down massively now.
I am able to work part-time but not full time due to health problems but I doubt I will get any benefits at all.
Re: turned down for dla :(
No you won't - I am having a nightmare and don't honestly think I will get anything ever.
I have written to MP's and all sorts but still not getting me anywherexx
Re: turned down for dla :(
is it worth appealing or not dont feel very optimistic after reading comments.could it be the fact that i said i could walk and get dressed do you think im a bit curious as to what my cbt therapist said as he was one of two people who i named on the claim form
Re: turned down for dla :(
Apparently, the success rate for appeal is low - usually improved if you appear or have an advocate appeal on your behalf.
They are trying to restrict the eligibility for these benefits in the current climate and I think that unfortunately far too many people who are not ill are using the system to their benefit by claiming mental health problems that they do not have - this means that those who genuinely need it are now being refused also.
For me personally, working was a good way to help me overcome my problems although I know it does not work for all.
Good luck :)
Re: turned down for dla :(
Hi Wiggly, sorry but I've read the criteria for getting DLA and I think very few people with anxiety - if any - stand much of a chance of getting it, I'm afraid - and given how strict the criteria are, I doubt it's got anything to do with what your CBT therapist may or may not have said x
Re: turned down for dla :(
I have to agree with whats already been said - its very difficult to get now. Maybe turn it into a positive - yes, they have turned you down but that's obviosuly because they think you're not too bad, maybe they're wrong but perhaps that can give you a bit of hope for a good recovery? As has already been said work can be a huge help, I know my mum was scared to go back to work after about fifteen years of unemployment due to mental illness, and she discovered she loved it :D - gave her something to do that wasnt in the house! I know it doesn't work for everyone but...
Hope you feel better soon :hugs:
Re: turned down for dla :(
Sorry to hear about your claim, I currently get DLA for OCD but considering I have to have someone to help me dress...
They can be really quite hard to get anywhere with and I found making an appointment to see the MP was much better that writing a letter. Most, if not all, MP's offer a booking system and give you 15 or so minutes to chat with them, well worth doing if you can.
If you need any advice let me know, happy to try and help.