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Claiming DLA without a diagnosis?

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7 years 3 months ago #204745 by Workedup
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Hi guys,

Is it possible to claim DLA for my son without him actually being assessed or diagnosed?

We have been fighting with his school for the past 3 years and nothing is being done, they approached me when he was in year 6 of primary with concerns of EBD or ADHD, and asked if they could get him assessed, forward 3 years (he is now in year 8 of comp) and after several attempts of meetings with the school the initial assessment still hasnt been done.

I currently have an older child on PIP so know how long and draining the process can be. Im sure that I have read somewhere that you can make a claim but cant seem to find it anywhere.

Many Thanks.

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7 years 3 months ago #204765 by Gordon
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Workedup

There is no specific requirement for a formal diagnosis but I think you will struggle to receive an award without one.

Gordon

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