Child Disability Payment decision making guide

Exceptions to entitlement to the lower rate mobility component

An individual is not entitled to the mobility component of CDP unless, for most of that period, their physical or mental condition means they are able, from time to time, to benefit from assistance for movement (CDP regs, reg. 14). This means individuals unable to do this are not entitled to the mobility component.

The word “benefit” should be given a wide interpretation. It can include, for example, mental stimulation from being outside.

It would be rare to refuse an application solely for this reason. Individuals who are in a coma, or whose condition means that it is unsafe to be moved outdoors would likely not benefit from being outdoors. If the individual has a very severe mental health condition that means they would require a high degree of supervision and intervention to prevent injury to themselves or others would also likely not benefit from being outdoors.

If in doubt, a case manager should consider whether a case discussion would be helpful in making a determination.

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