need to get some advice on entitlement to benefits

blakey

I currently but I've been off sick for the last 3 weeks I've had an m r I scan on my right knee and it shows cysts,a tiny fracture,bone on bone

I have osteoarthritis in both knees,hands and I've already had my right ankle fused.

I don't think I can cope going back to work I need to get some advice on entitlement to benefits if anyone could advise id be very grateful

Mary_Scope

Hi @blakey and a warm welcome to the community from me!

Sorry to hear this, it sounds like you're in a lot of pain.

You should be able to receive statutory Sick Pay (SSP) from your employer which can last for up to 28 weeks.

You may be eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) as well depending on how your daily living and mobility are impacted.

If you have to stop working permanently or once your sick pay stops, there are other benefits that you may be entitled if you're unable to work and it's definitely worth contacting benefits adviser who should be able to provide you more detailed information😊

blakey

Thank you for getting b ack to me I was thinking of going to citizens advice I am struggling with the walking especially and as its been diagnosed as osteoarthritis its not gonna get better to be perfectly honest if I go back to work i don't think it'll be long before I have to be off again then they will most likely sack me anyway due to bad attendance I really don't know what to do for the best

SheffieldMan1976

Hi Blakey, were you ever a Bus Inspector? "I'll 'ave you Butlah!"

blakey

Lol 😆 no it wouldn't let me use my real name yvonne as someone is already on here with that name

Mind you I really liked on the buses 😂

OverlyAnxious

Hi,

Regarding benefits, you should be entitled to New Style ESA once your SSP runs out - assuming you are currently receiving SSP.

If you have less than £16,000 in savings, then you may also be entitled to Universal Credit as well. This is particularly useful if you live in a rented property and need help with Housing Costs.

Regarding ending your current employment, that is a separate thing and not really my area. Generally it seems that you are best waiting until the company sack you, rather than choosing to leave. But as I say, that really isn't my area.

blakey

Thank you so much for the info I have put a claim in for universal credit and will look into possibly claiming assistance with my council tax

blakey

Also could you elaborate why you think I should let company let me go rather me leave

Kimi87

It's always to the employers advantage if an employee just quits.

Speak to ACAS who can advise you of your rights and the process your employer must follow.

https://www.acas.org.uk/

OverlyAnxious

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1114424#Comment_1114424

As I say, it's not really my area and I don't want to advise you wrongly. As a general rule you have more rights and are likely to be financially better off if you are dismissed rather than choosing to resign.

If you're part of a union then you should speak with them about the pros and cons of being dismissed or resigning. If you're not part of a union then CAB can help with this. Other members on here may also be able to advise further.

blakey

Thank You

SheffieldMan1976

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1114424#Comment_1114424

Because in 99% of cases it's better to jump before you get pushed IMO.

flour

@blakey

If you wanted same-day help you could call Citizens Advice Help to Claim on 0800 144 8 444. Even though you've already applied they can still do a full check and tell you how much to expect and advise on any other benefits you could get.

blakey

TThat's great I'll do that after easter than you so much

blakey