Disability Living Allowance

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Disability and lone parenthood - from Together Magazine issue 4

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is the primary source of additional income. It is a tax free, non means-tested, non-contributory benefit which is not only ignored when assessing income for other means-tested benefits but can lead to an increase in means-tested benefits. It has two components:

The care component is paid at three rates according to assessed need for supervision and help with personal care:
–highest – £58.80;
–middle – £39.35; and
–low – £15.55 a week;

A mobility component is also available. It is payable at two rates:
–higher £41.05; and
–lower £15.55.

The lower-rate mobility component can be claimed by anyone aged over 5 and under 65. Eligibility for the higher-rate mobility component has recently been reduced from age five to age three. The DLA care component can be claimed by anyone under 65.

For more information on DLA and the other financial help/benefits contact the Lone Parent Helpline on 0800 018 5026.

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