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MariaD
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Hello
I am currently waiting on an assessment to see if I qualify for LCW/LCWRA. I work 24 hours a week and although I have submitted sick notes, I have continued to work as I cannot afford to not work. However I do have serious heart issues and I struggle every day with the symptoms.
The fact that I am still working, will this effect my assessment? Should I have went off sick in work or can I continue to work as normal until the assessment result?
Thank you
Maria
I am currently waiting on an assessment to see if I qualify for LCW/LCWRA. I work 24 hours a week and although I have submitted sick notes, I have continued to work as I cannot afford to not work. However I do have serious heart issues and I struggle every day with the symptoms.
The fact that I am still working, will this effect my assessment? Should I have went off sick in work or can I continue to work as normal until the assessment result?
Thank you
Maria
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People do work when found to have LCW/LCWRA. However if the work you do contradicts the reasons then it could go against you.Have you been referred for a work capability assessment yet? If not are you claiming a disability benefit such as PIP, DLA or ADP?1
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Hi Poppy
I am awaiting an appointment for the assessment. I do claim PIP yes.
Should I go off sick while I wait?
Kind regards
Maria0 -
I can't tell you whether you should stop working while you wait. If the work you do doesn't contradict anything then there shouldn't be an issue.
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