Applying for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or Disability Living Allowance (DLA) can feel confusing, stressful, and overwhelming — especially when you’re already supporting a child with additional needs.
At Messy Minds, we offer calm, practical support to help parents understand the process, prepare evidence, and feel more confident at each stage.
EHCP and DLA support may involve:
Support is tailored to your situation — there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
This support may be helpful if you are:
You do not need a diagnosis to access support.
These sessions are supportive and advisory, not legal representation.
EHCP and DLA support does not involve providing legal advice or acting on your behalf in appeals. The focus is on empowering parents with understanding, preparation, and confidence.
All support is delivered within safeguarding and professional boundaries.
If the EHCP or DLA process feels daunting, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Please reach us at esme.messyminds@outlook.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Support focuses on guiding, explaining, and helping you prepare information. We do not complete forms on your behalf, but we can help you understand what is being asked and how to present information clearly.
No. EHCP and DLA support is not legal advice and does not include representation at tribunals or appeals. The aim is to empower parents with understanding and preparation.
Yes. Support may include guidance on what evidence is useful, how to organise it, and how to clearly describe your child’s needs and daily challenges.
Yes. Many EHCP and DLA applications link closely to school experiences, SEN concerns, and EBSA. These can be explored as part of the support.
Yes. All discussions are confidential, within safeguarding boundaries. Any safeguarding concerns would be managed appropriately and with care.
That’s very common. Sessions can be used to talk things through and explore options before making any decisions.
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