Worsened condition and DLA

Two years ago I was awarded LRC after going to tribunal. That was a very difficult and stressful experience for me.

Since then my condition has got much worse. I know this is silly but I am afraid to reapply (I am not sure how to go about that yet) in case I am turned down.

The GP I had previously wrote such a poor report that it was inevitable I wouldn't get what I felt I was entitled to. Now I have a new GP who says she will support me in my application which is splendid, So, why am I hesitating?

I had sciatica, an old knee injury which caused constant pain, weak, painful wrists due to previous fractures and severe deafness. Now, on top of that I am profoundly deaf, have confirmed loss of balance and have also been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia which makes getting around a constant battle with pain and stiffness. I have a blue badge now, but can't walk very far.

So, I need a push really.

Maggie

Maggie wrote:

Two years ago I was awarded LRC after going to tribunal. That was a very difficult and stressful experience for me.

Since then my condition has got much worse. I know this is silly but I am afraid to reapply (I am not sure how to go about that yet) in case I am turned down.

The GP I had previously wrote such a poor report that it was inevitable I wouldn't get what I felt I was entitled to. Now I have a new GP who says she will support me in my application which is splendid, So, why am I hesitating?

I had sciatica, an old knee injury which caused constant pain, weak, painful wrists due to previous fractures and severe deafness. Now, on top of that I am profoundly deaf, have confirmed loss of balance and have also been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia which makes getting around a constant battle with pain and stiffness. I have a blue badge now, but can't walk very far.

So, I need a push really.

Maggie

At the start of this year myself and a few others on here asked the same question (many times and put in differnt ways too) In the end I asked for a review I had been on higher rate mobility for about 15 years indef
The main thing I found out from my questions was that as long as nothing put in the review put into question what I had already there should be no problem but of course we all have heard of someboady asking for a review and ending up with nothing... thats a bit of an urban myth records and they are on this site too show that of 180,000 requests for a review less that 3% came aaway with all removed 40% I think stayed the same. In my case I got middle care and kept the higher mobilty awarded indef too.

you of course need expert advise to review with you your evidance just in case
but bottom line is its your choice not something that should be done lightly and get advise and see how strong your case is... good luck

ps I wish I had asked years ago

Maggie wrote:

Two years ago I was awarded LRC after going to tribunal. That was a very difficult and stressful experience for me.

Since then my condition has got much worse. I know this is silly but I am afraid to reapply (I am not sure how to go about that yet) in case I am turned down.

The GP I had previously wrote such a poor report that it was inevitable I wouldn't get what I felt I was entitled to. Now I have a new GP who says she will support me in my application which is splendid, So, why am I hesitating?

I had sciatica, an old knee injury which caused constant pain, weak, painful wrists due to previous fractures and severe deafness. Now, on top of that I am profoundly deaf, have confirmed loss of balance and have also been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia which makes getting around a constant battle with pain and stiffness. I have a blue badge now, but can't walk very far.

So, I need a push really.

Maggie

Hi Maggie,

I'm pleased to hear you now have a more supportive G.P., as this can be an important factor in gaining an award of DLA.

Have you looked at the DLA guides in the "MEMBERS ONLY" orange area on the left, if not have a look, they are excellent.

Once you have had a look, if you then have any particular queries, please come back to the Forum, and we will do our best to help.

bro58

Hi there Maggie
You say you have a Blue badge, does that mean your doctor authorised this, as, if so, you have total back-up from your Doctor. You usually only get the blue badge if you get awarded higher rate mobility and has to be for next 3 yrs.
Take care, this site is tremendous and, as long as you follow all the guide lines, even if it takes a while, your on the right track to success, good luck and take care xx

Maggie,

In particular look at the underlined section.

Disability Living Allowance renewals and changes of circumstances



cheers

bro58

lulu wrote:

Hi there Maggie
You say you have a Blue badge, does that mean your doctor authorised this, as, if so, you have total back-up from your Doctor. You usually only get the blue badge if you get awarded higher rate mobility and has to be for next 3 yrs.
Take care, this site is tremendous and, as long as you follow all the guide lines, even if it takes a while, your on the right track to success, good luck and take care xx

Lulu,

You can get a blue badge without an award of DLA, but a report/ medical/letter of support is required from your G.P. or other HCP.

cheers

bro58