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Completing the DLA form

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12 years 8 months ago #62099 by Louise
Completing the DLA form was created by Louise
Hi

I am filling in my renewal for DLA and I don't know how to fill in the section "Getting Around Outdoors" It asks about walking, but when I am outdoors I use a wheelchair.

I can only go out when my husband is with me, and I have to use the chair. I have to walk between the house and the car as the path/road isn't wheelchair friendly. I use 1 or 2 sticks and the support of my husband.

Do I ignore all boxes and talk about how I get around outdoors in the "anything else" section? :huh:

I really don't know how to do this bit.

I really need to get it right, as most of the time I don't go out, as my ME and Fibromyalgia are fairly severe, and both of which are dismissed by the DWP.

Thank you for reading :)
Louise

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12 years 8 months ago #62100 by Crazydiamond
Replied by Crazydiamond on topic Re:Completing the DLA form
For help in completing the section which you mention, have you referred to the guides in the DLA resources?

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems

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12 years 8 months ago #62101 by Towser
Replied by Towser on topic Re:Completing the DLA form
If you have a physical problem that makes walking difficult you may qualify for the higher rate of mobility on the grounds you are virtually unable to walk.
I would suggest you download the DLA guide on physical grounds on this site.

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12 years 8 months ago #62102 by Louise
Replied by Louise on topic Re:Completing the DLA form
Hi

Yes I have, but I can't find anything other than focusing on walking.

If there is something in there that may help, and I've miseed it, please can you let me know.

I keep having a read through, but my mind goes after a while.

Thank you
Louise

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12 years 8 months ago #62104 by Towser
Replied by Towser on topic Re:Completing the DLA form
If you look at question 22 onwards it will explain.

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12 years 8 months ago #62105 by Louise
Replied by Louise on topic Re:Completing the DLA form
Thank you for the advice, I shall have a good read up, and get my husband on the case as well.

I'm not completing the form until I've done some reading up first. I'll tackle that section tomorrow.

Thank you :)

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