It also includes neuro-diverse needs.' to 'Any child with a disability or long-term illness Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is the main benefit for disabled children under the age of 16.
DLA is for people with:
- children aged from three months to 16 years, who need extra help with daily living tasks, or
- children aged from three years to 16 years who need help with getting about.
Any child with a disability or long-term illness may be able to qualify, even those who don’t have a diagnosis. It also includes neuro-diverse needs.
It is not means-tested so your financial situation will not be looked at.
You can claim by printing off a form and filling it out or calling the DLA Helpline and asking for a printed form. They also have a range of alternative formats available, such as British Sign Language.
If you need support with making a DLA claim you can contact the Family Information Services helpline.
You can also receive support in completing the form from Citizens Advice
Motability
If you claim DLA, you might be interested in using your mobility component to get an adapted vehicle.
Motability is a government run charity that helps people who receive mobility allowances to be more independent. They can provide adapted vehicles.
Motability - easy read guide (PDF, 518KB)