Hello Willow
Yes it used to be called Disability Living Allowance
Hello Sharon,
So sorry to hear the disappointing news. First let me say this I Feel For You, I have been in similar situations, As I have mentioned before, I was self-employed running my own business when meniere's made its way into my life. I was in a pickle, no income, no health insurance, and lastly no sign of hope. I applied to the disability system for assistance, had treatment notes and supporting physicians, it seemed easy enough. Boy was I wrong! It took me 1,977 days to settle this claim and receive What I deserved. The 1,977 days waiting is not a typo it was a way of life. My middle name became "Denied" I seen this word on many documents. I refused to accept "Denied" in the same sentence with my name. I needed healthcare and an income even as meeker as it might be. I changed my middle name to "determined" and accepted the fact that I was not giving up no matter what. My own demise was the only way I would give up. My case went from the initial application, through the Administrative Hearing Judges, through the Appeals Council and through U.S. District Court.
And then and only then did I receive what I felt I deserved.
It's tough and I do know this but, take your all your disappointment and anger energy to push forward, if there is another appeal option, take it. I honestly believe that in some cases a lot of agencies and administrations like to deny and hoping you won't pursue it any further. I do believe they thought this of me, but I'm not wired that way LOL
¯`v´¯ Thinking of you!
`*.¸.*´ and we all send prayers during this
¸.•´ ¸.•*¨¸.•*¨ difficult time, We are beside you!
(¸.•´(¸.• (¸.•´¸¸.•¨¯`•.¸¸.♥ Bertman
If you are in the U.S. you couldl most likely let your attorney know there is some case law (Bertmans case) that they could reference.