Series
Claiming DLA for Your Child
Disability Living Allowance is the gateway benefit for disabled children. How to apply, what to do if you are turned down, and what changes at 16. 3 parts.
- 1 Benefits & Finance 17 March 2026
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.
13 min read - 2 Benefits & Finance 18 March 2026
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.
10 min read - 3 Benefits & Finance 3 May 2026
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.
5 min read