Hi I am new to this forum and need some help. I have arthritis in both knees. I had a knee replacement in September 2015 and I am on the waiting list to have my other knee done. I have been on ESA for the past year but I was re-accessed recently and have been refused. I scored 0 points and I was told by the Decision Maker…
I was just wondering if we fall under the equalities and disability act for work? I have previously for another medical condition but this meant I had to go to OccH which I don't like doing. However if this will benefit me in the long run then I'll happily go. What are people's thoughts?
Hi, I suffer from JIA and Fibromyalgia. JIA has been in remission for last few years but flared up in November which has resulted in my knee being drained twice since then and still flared up at the moment. Since my flare up, my work don't seem to understand what I'm going through. I have been working there for just under…
hi all i have finally had my reply to having my PIP application re-assessed .. its exactly the same as the first letter 4 points for daily living and 4 points or motability .. i now have to go to the Appeals stage/Tribunal . does anyone have any help or advise on how to do this bit ? it says that i have to personally write…
I am looking for work and I am quite sure that some of you have had the same problem as I am having. I am having problems getting work due to my arthritis, I have other problems but these are not visible and I have been declared fit to work. Interviewers and managers make assumptions about me of what I can and cannot do. I…
I had my OccH appointment yesterday and when my boss emailed it to me he also said we needed to have the meet to discuss and agree my phased return to work. Silly me thought that when he emailed me his plan and I said yes that looked good, that was it agreed. Plus it seems a bit late in the day to be having such a meeting.…
I'm really considering changing my job. I've worked really hard studying to become a qualified accountant but I'm just not getting the experience I need from my current job. Part of me accepts it and I keep telling myself that I should stay where I am, the other part of me doesn't want to give up on my dreams and throw…
Hi everyone I'm in the process of having to fill in my PIP form and time is running out, and I simply seem to be falling between crevices in trying to get any help or support with this. I live alone and have been 'managing' my deteriorating OA and other ailments. I don't really manage anything much now - managing means…
1. Concentrate on your worst day for your answers. 2. Send as much evidence as you possibly can (photocopies only) 3. Get letters from specialists, doctors and consultants. 4. Get help to fill in the form. CAB are sometimes helpful. Don't try to fill it all in at once. 5. Contact your local MP. They can be helpful…
Hey does anyone here claim ESA but study at the same time? I've been on ESA since January but started studying at college last month only 2 hours Monday, 2 1/2 hours Tuesday and 8 hours Thursday. I have RA and mental health problems but I'm having an assessment, the work capability one I think in two weeks and I'm worried…
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