DLA FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Aubis DLA Writer for child DLA applications.
Information only. Not legal advice.
What is Aubis DLA Writer?
Aubis DLA Writer guides you through every section of the child DLA form. It asks about daily life, captures the detail decision-makers need, and produces a draft in your voice, ready to copy into the form.
What qualifies a child for DLA?
There is no fixed list of conditions. DLA is based on whether a child needs substantially more care, supervision or mobility help than a child of the same age without a disability. It is the needs, not a diagnosis, that the DWP looks at.
Can you get DLA for a child with autism or ADHD?
No condition automatically qualifies for DLA. Many children with autism or ADHD receive it because of the extra care and supervision they need day to day — but it is the needs, not the diagnosis, that the DWP looks at.
Do you need a diagnosis to claim DLA?
No. You do not need a formal diagnosis. The form asks about what your child needs help with day to day, not what their condition is called. Many parents claim while waiting for an assessment.
Does my child's DLA affect Universal Credit?
DLA is not means-tested and is not counted as income, so it does not reduce Universal Credit or Housing Benefit. It can increase support: a child on DLA can add the disabled child element to Universal Credit, and the care component can passport to Carer's Allowance for a carer.
Is this legal advice?
No. Aubis DLA is informational. It helps you describe daily life in your words. We don't advise on entitlement or rates. Decision-makers decide the outcome.
Do you predict which rate I'll get?
No. Only decision-makers do that. We focus on clarity and completeness.
Why do you ask for specific numbers?
Decision-makers need to understand frequency, duration, and intensity. "Needs help with dressing" is vague. "45 minutes with constant prompting" is clear. Approximate is fine.
What about "without supports"?
The form asks what support would be needed without current aids, routines, or medication. We help you explain that. It's part of how decision-makers consider needs.
Can I link my EHCP and reports?
Yes. You can reference them neutrally (e.g., "as set out in her EHCP"). No legalistic citations required.
Does it work if I don't have an EHCP?
Yes. You can still describe daily life and reference any letters or notes you have.
Is my data private?
Yes. We follow AUBIS security standards. Your data is encrypted and never shared.
How much does it cost?
£4.99 per claim. You can start for free and pay when you export your completed draft.
What sections does it cover?
Care needs (day and night), mobility (indoors and outdoors, familiar and unfamiliar places), communication and understanding, personal care, and sleep.
What Aubis DLA doesn't do
We don't give advice or tell you what to claim. We don't predict rates or entitlement. We don't use strategic language. You describe daily life. Decision-makers decide the outcome. Aubis scribes. You decide.
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