What is Disability Living Allowance?
What is Disability Living Allowance?
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is money some people with a disability get in England
Some people who did get DLA now get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) instead.
Who can get DLA?
Some children under 16
Adults who already get DLA
If you are 16 or over and do not get DLA already, you might be able to get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) instead.
You may get DLA for children if you look after a child who:
- is under 16
- has a health condition or disability
and
- needs more help than a child without a disability
or
- finds it difficult to walk
How can I apply for DLA for my child?
There is also an online BSL video relay service
- by calling 0800 121 4600
Or
- Textphone: 0800 121 4523
- Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 then 0800 121 4600
Find out more about DLA on the government website
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