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Domiciliary Care Allowance Petition

Domiciliary Care Allowance Petition

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Started by Anonymous 16 years, 3 months ago
I believe that every Child that is diagnosed with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder should be automatically included for the Domiciliary Allowance. We all know that Autism is a Severe Disability that requires care and attention Over and Above that of a Normal Child and therefore there is no need to have to jump through the hoops of Red Tape that the Government have put in place in order to qualify for this allowance. I propose that we organise a petition to the government to change the current application structure of the Domiciliary Care Allowance to ensure that every child that is registered with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder automatically becomes eligible for the DCA and is registered with the Social Welfare as part of the course. This basic act on behalf of the government would show that they are committed to the ongoing welfare and support of these families and their precious children.

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May 5, 2010

I have been reading through all the stories you are leaving in the comments and it really hits home how much extra time we all spend just fighting for what should be simple recognition. I am spending my evenings drafting letters to the department because they need to understand that all these bureaucratic hoops are just causing more stress for families who are already at their breaking point.

May 5, 2010

I really never expected to see this kind of energy building up so fast and it honestly feels a bit overwhelming in the best way possible. It is just incredible to see how many people are tired of all the red tape and want things to change right now for these kids (and their families too).

Reached 100 supporters

May 5, 2010

6 Comments

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Clare Jenkins
16 years ago Featured

My son has enough challenges in his life without me having to fight the department for basic support. This needs to be automatic and simple for every parent.

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Emma Espinoza
16 years ago Featured

Families are already exhausted. Make it easier for us.

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Dave Patel
16 years ago Featured

ABOUT TIME. Its a constant struggle and the stress of reapplying is just too much.

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Mark Collins
16 years ago Featured

Too much red tape. The govt has no idea how much extra work this is for families.

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Sarah Ford
16 years ago Featured

The amount of paperwork we have to fill out is insane when you are just trying to look after your child. Stop making us prove our kids have autism every single year. It is cruel.

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Paul Bello
16 years ago Featured

Total joke that we have to jump through these hoops. My daughter has autism and that is never going to change so why the constant reviews? Sort it out.

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