DLA to PIP at 16: What Changes and How to Prepare
DLA stops and PIP starts around age 16. The assessment is different, the criteria change, and many families lose money. Here's how to prepare.
Benefits & Money
DLA, PIP, Carer's Allowance, Universal Credit, grants, and financial support
Universal Credit and Your Disabled Child
If your child gets DLA, your UC should include extra money. Many families miss this because they don't report the DLA award.
Can My Child Get a Blue Badge?
If your child gets DLA higher rate mobility, they're automatically entitled. But many children qualify through the discretionary route too.
Carer's Allowance: The Benefit Most SEND Parents Miss
If your child gets DLA middle or higher rate care, you could be entitled to Carer's Allowance. Most eligible parents don't claim it.
DLA Rejected? What to Do Next
Around 60% of DLA cases that reach tribunal are decided in the family's favour. Here's what to do next.
Applying for DLA: What Every Parent Needs to Know
The DLA form is long and the criteria feel vague. This guide walks you through every step, from eligibility to evidence to what happens after you apply.