Are there any risks in asking for a higher rate of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Attendance Allowance?
Where you have an existing award of DLA or Attendance Allowance, a new claim form or letter asking for a reconsideration will result in a complete reconsideration of your entitlement and as such your existing award could be changed. You should seek advice before making a request for a higher rate.
If I get Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Attendance Allowance will my other benefits be reduced?
Both Attendance Allowance and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) are disregarded as income for all other benefits except if you go into hospital or residential care.
What are the advantages of claiming Attendance Allowance or Disability Living Allowance (DLA)?
If you receive any rate of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) you will be entitled to a disability premium as part of your Income Support, Housing Benefit and Council Tax rebate. If you get the higher or middle care component of DLA or either rate of Attedance Allowance you may also qualify for Severe Disability Pemium in your Income Support (I/S), Pension Credit, and Benefits. A carer may be able to claim Carers Allowance for looking after you, but you should get advice before letting them make a claim. This is because it could affect your entitlement to Severe Disability Premium.
