Tuesday 25 October 2011

DLA Workshops: Wessex Autistic Society

What is DLA?
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a tax-free, non-means-tested benefit for disabled children and adults to help with extra costs they may have because they are disabled. It is not based on disability but the needs arising from it.

How can we help?
We run regular, free DLA workshops to help parents/carers complete the Under 16 form for someone with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The aims of the workshop are:

 To decide whether you wish to make an application for DLA

 To understand what DLA is, rates payable and how to apply

 To feel confident to complete the DLA application process

 To know where to get further assistance and support

If you are an adult with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, or you wish to make a claim on behalf of an adult, we can still assist you with the DLA form but the workshops will not be suitable.

We can also provide information by telephone or email to support people with making a claim.

Where are the workshops?
Carer Support Wiltshire have kindly agreed that we can use their premises in New Street, Salisbury.

When are the workshops?
Friday 25 November 2011 10-1pm
Friday 27 January 2012 10-1pm
Friday 23 March 2012 10-1pm

For more information, dates and to book a place….
Contact the Information and Advice Team on 01305 213135 or email advice@twas.org.uk

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