DLA REJECTION LETTER QUESTIONS

Hi, I was wondering if someone could give me some adive on the dreaded DLA rejection letter I received today and the best way forward.

I have a complicated medical history and knowing the minefield of the dreaded DLA process (through my job when I was able to work)I have put off claiming DLA.

However over the last two years I have thought about it and in Feb this year decided to take the plung and enter the minefield!!!

Using the guides from this site and my previous experience I sent off my application form, extra information, different specialists reports, MRI reports etc etc.

Today I recived the expected rejection letter.

Within the letter it states that I need help to wash, bath, shower and dress myself.

All the care catorgories including day and night say that I have difficulty but with aids don't need help.

I didn't fall into this trap on the form and explained why I was unable to use aids and adaptations.

The mobility section says I can walk slowly and in a resonable manner (I wish lol)

I have phoned DLA and requested the GL24 and all the evidence they used to rejection my claim.

My questions are

- although I am quite capable and confident to go to appeal would it be better to go through the CAB? In our area they don't attend appeals.

- Filling in the GL24 should I keep it simple and just say I want to appeal or go into detail as to why I wish to appeal?

Many thanks

Hi Gordon

Thanks for your quick reply. Found the GL24 bit, just what I needed.

Will phone the CAB and discuss it with them.

Thanks again