DLA Tribunal for Children: Step-by-Step Hearing Guide
DLA Tribunal for Children: Step-by-Step Guide to a Hearing If you have been refused Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for your child, or you disagree with the rate awarded, you have the right to challenge that decision. For many parents, this means taking the case to an independent tribunal. The process can feel daunting, but understanding […]
DLA Mandatory Reconsideration for Children: Challenge a Refusal
DLA guidance for parents DLA Mandatory Reconsideration for children Explain why the decision should change, with clear reasons and relevant evidence. If your child’s DLA claim was refused or the award does not reflect their needs, you can usually ask DWP to look again. This is called Mandatory Reconsideration. Start with the decision letter, identify […]
DLA Rates for Children 2026: What Parents Need to Know
2026–27 rates • Checked 14 October 2026 DLA rates for children in 2026 Understand weekly rates, four-week payments and what determines an award. Disability Living Allowance has care and mobility components. A child may qualify for one or both, depending on their needs and the relevant criteria. View the rates Understand eligibility Care component rates […]
How to Apply for Disability Living Allowance for Your Child
How to Apply for Disability Living Allowance for Your Child: Step-by-Step Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children is a benefit that helps parents meet the extra costs of raising a child with a health condition or disability. The process to apply can feel daunting, but with the right preparation you can complete the form with […]
Common DLA Claim Mistakes for Children with ADHD or Autism
DLA guidance for parents Common DLA claim mistakes for children with ADHD or autism Make less visible support needs clear without exaggerating them. The form needs an accurate account of the additional help your child requires. A diagnosis provides context, but everyday examples explain what an adult actually has to do. Explore the six mistakes […]
Disability Living Allowance for Children with SEND: Parent Guide
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for Children with SEND: A Parent’s Guide If you are the parent of a child under 16 with special educational needs or a disability, you may be entitled to extra financial support through Disability Living Allowance (DLA). This benefit is designed to help with the extra costs of caring for a […]
DLA for Children: Eligibility, Rates and How to Apply
DLA for Children: Eligibility, Rates and How to Apply Applying for DLA for Children can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already managing your child’s care, school needs, appointments, behaviour, sensory difficulties, communication needs or medical concerns. Many parents know their child needs more support than other children of the same age, but they are […]