Dla query

Hi Ann Free,
I would agree that obtaining the assessment report would be helpful. In order to achieve DLA, you will need to show that your grandson has substantially more needs than an ordinary child of 8. You mention that an 8 Yr old won't be able to read and properly understand food packets or appropriate food hygiene that pertains to him. You may wish to obtain evidence eg from your grandson's form teacher about generic reading levels/understanding. If your grandson has any learning difficulties it will be important to describe these, as they may also be relevant. It seems likely that supervision and/or physical assistance may be required in the event of your grandson having an allergic reaction. If you wish to make a MR it is important to describe what sort of help or supervision is required, and how often. Also how often are the allergic reactions, and their effect. Are there any other health conditions that affect your grandson. Medical evidence is also important.
The members area has a guide to claiming child DLA, which gives lots of helpful hints about claiming.

Hope this helps.Good luck.

LL26