Disability Living Allowance for children (not yet ... - Worthing Homes

Care component: This is paid at one of three different weekly rates depending onhow much care is needed:Mobility component: This is paid at one of two different weekly rates, depending onhow difficult it is for you to get aroundIf you receive DLA you also qualify for a Christmas Bonus each year. This is usually£10. You do not need to make a claim for the bonus it is paid automatically. It doesnot affect any other benefits you might get.How do I make a claim?Phone the Benefit Enquiry Line on 0800 882200 for a claim form.Challenging decisionsIf you disagree with the decision made on your child's benefit claim you can ask for awritten statement of reasons. If you still believe the decision is wrong, for exampledue to incorrect information being used, you can ask for it to be looked at again,and/or appeal.The time limits are strict, you will usually be given one month to dispute a decision,so it is important to seek advice and act quickly.Further helpThe Benefits Enquiry helpline can give you general information about DLA.Call them on: 0800 882 200.Once you have made a claim, you can get advice about DLA from theDisability Living Allowance helpline who should have access to your records.Call them on: 08457 123 456.Benefit cap and Disability Living AllowanceIf you, your partner or your child receive Disability Living Allowance, you will beexempt from the benefit cap which has been introduced from April 2013.05/2013