My son who is autistic is on DLA and I didn’t even think her daughter was. I completely understand it’s a spectrum, but she doesn’t have any of the ‘signs’ that my son was reffered for.. she’s even at school ? My son was out of education most of reception as LA couldn’t find a Sen school to meet his needs with his anxiety, asd , feeding and other complex medical needs.
I had to leave my job to care for my son as he was literally not in education due to his needs.. I’m living on benefits which im greatful for but I do not get any amount to spend like she does - I actually struggle because what I get doesn’t cover all the extra bills/costs he needs. And I’m actually a single parent. It makes me sad as I gave up a really well paid job, and people actually cheat the system..