Success

Just wanted to share - I'm so relieved and happy that I've just got my award for higher rate mobility and middle rate care. First application, no medical and awarded for 2yrs. I did actually apply 9 yrs ago after major hip surgery which left me wheelchair bound for 6 months, but was refused, and I wasn't in the right frame of mind back then to appeal.

The advice from this site has been fantastic and I'm sure it has helped with my claim. I involved my GP and sent him a letter setting out all the things I have difficulty with, and sent in lots of supporting evidence, such as scan results and letters from my consultant. They did ask the GP for a report, which must have been enough.

I've had a condition since birth which affects my walking, and not claimed until now (I'm nearly 40). It's deteriorated over the last year. This will mean I can get an automatic car it's going to make such a huge difference to my life and my family.

Thanks

Clare Chisholm
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Just wanted to share - I'm so relieved and happy that I've just got my award for higher rate mobility and middle rate care. First application, no medical and awarded for 2yrs. I did actually apply 9 yrs ago after major hip surgery which left me wheelchair bound for 6 months, but was refused, and I wasn't in the right frame of mind back then to appeal.

The advice from this site has been fantastic and I'm sure it has helped with my claim. I involved my GP and sent him a letter setting out all the things I have difficulty with, and sent in lots of supporting evidence, such as scan results and letters from my consultant. They did ask the GP for a report, which must have been enough.

I've had a condition since birth which affects my walking, and not claimed until now (I'm nearly 40). It's deteriorated over the last year. This will mean I can get an automatic car it's going to make such a huge difference to my life and my family.

Thanks

Think you need DLA HRM for three years to get car on scheme

Hi Clare

Congradulations with your award.

Kathy

Great news! I hope your success will encourage others.

I checked with the garage today and as long as you have 12 months award remaining you can have a motability car. I know the lease is for 3 yrs, but I'm just looking forward to the next 2 yrs of not worrying about it....