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sharonandFreddie22

Hi I am having major issues with universal credit, I have lost my full time job as a support worker with people with learning difficulties this year, due to collapsing at work in severe agony when I tried to bend down to secure a wheelchair in the back of a minibus..After many trips to A&E I was finally told I had a fracture in my spine, I lost my job due to not being able to carry out my duties, hoists etc. Roll on a few months I get Industrial injuries benefit, I was till getting paid by my company up to my being let go on medically unfit to do job.I am still in pain and also found out the reason I could not bend down was I have had a massive fibroid found in my uterus measuring 7x6x6 cm, which also causes lots of other problems, urine infections, back pain, to name just a couple.I am waiting for a full hysterectomy in next 2 to 3 months. My doctor has been signing fit notes as they are called, from way back last December since I last worked..However since I have been on universal credit they told me after my health assessment I no longer need to send fit notes in and I am deemed fit to work up to 16hrs a week and I must apply for work and accept work straight away if offered it. I don't know what employer will want to employ someone who is abut to have at least 6 to 8 weeks off to recover from a full hysterectomy, let alone someone who has a back fracture and cant walk, stand sit, in same position for more than 5 minutes at a time. OH but I could lift both my arms. above my head, so I must be able to work. I have made to feel like I am lying despite showing them evidence from specialists.I am in the process of appealing at present, but still made to feel I am lying. I have worked all my life and have had my life turned upside down, I will never be able to do the job I love again, as even after operation my back will still be to weak, Very uset I am being treated in this way, when every day is a struggle.

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Adrian_Scope

Welcome to the community @sharonandFreddie22. Sorry to hear you're in such a difficult situation. Have you asked for a Mandatory Reconsideration after your health assessment?

Connie00

Hello @sharonandFreddie22

Hello My Name is Connie00

I am one off the community Champion’s here at Scope. it’s really nice to meet you.

A very warm welcome to the Community.

Oh my fiend I have much sympathy and empathy for people like yourself, as a carer for my Nephew who has sever Learning Disabilities, I know how important you support worker are to both the clients and their families. you had a very important yet rewarding job, let’s say by the service users, and not your employers,

Of course, you must ask for a mandatory reconsideration, this is so not fair, they can’t be allowed to get away with this. I don’t know anything about UC but I do know that if you are struggling

You can get help or another organisation to guide you through take a look at the link I have sent to you

https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/universal-credit/#Sanctions

look for Consent and representatives I am hoping this will help you. I am hoping its not to late, It seems so unfair that you have done damage to yourself while helping those less fortunate, only to end up with a disability yourself.

If we can be of any assistance to you please don’t hesitate to contact us

Have a good day

@connie00

Connie00

Hello @UCExpert

from @sharonandFreddie22
Hi I am having major issues with universal credit, I have lost my full time job as a support worker with people with learning difficulties this year, due to collapsing at work in severe agony when I tried to bend down to secure a wheelchair in the back of a minibus..After many trips to A&E I was finally told I had a fracture in my spine, I lost my job due to not being able to carry out my duties, hoists etc. Roll on a few months I get Industrial injuries benefit, I was till getting paid by my company up to my being let go on medically unfit to do job.I am still in pain and also found out the reason I could not bend down was I have had a massive fibroid found in my uterus measuring 7x6x6 cm, which also causes lots of other problems, urine infections, back pain, to name just a couple.I am waiting for a full hysterectomy in next 2 to 3 months. My doctor has been signing fit notes as they are called, from way back last December since I last worked..However since I have been on universal credit they told me after my health assessment I no longer need to send fit notes in and I am deemed fit to work up to 16hrs a week and I must apply for work and accept work straight away if offered it. I don't know what employer will want to employ someone who is abut to have at least 6 to 8 weeks off to recover from a full hysterectomy, let alone someone who has a back fracture and cant walk, stand sit, in same position for more than 5 minutes at a time. OH but I could lift both my arms. above my head, so I must be able to work. I have made to feel like I am lying despite showing them evidence from specialists.I am in the process of appealing at present, but still made to feel I am lying. I have worked all my life and have had my life turned upside down, I will never be able to do the job I love again, as even after operation my back will still be to weak, Very uset I am being treated in this way, when every day is a struggle.

would you have any answers or guidance for @sharonandFreddie22 please

Smudger

Hi I am new to this community.

Chloe_Alumni

A warm weelcome to the community @sharonandFreddie22! I'm so sorry to hear how difficult things have been. Please do let us know if we can do anything to support you.

Welcome to the community @Smudger, how are you doing?

Smudger

Hi I am doing fine thanks. I was trying to change my picture as I have put a picture of my pet Yorkshire terrier. But it is not allowing me to do it.

Ails

Hi @sharonandFreddie22 and welcome to the Community. I am very sorry to hear about your health struggles and job and hope you manage to get things sorted out. Please do let us know how you are getting on. We are here to support you so if there is anything you need then please just let us know. All the best.

Hi @Smudger and welcome also to the Community. Your Yorkshire Terrier looks very cute! I sometimes have trouble also uploading photos onto the site and am not an expert on how to change your profile picture, but maybe another member or one of the Community team may be able to help you. I hope you enjoy your time on the Community and look forward to seeing you on it. If there is anything we can help you with then please just let us know. All the best.

Smudger

Hi @Ails thanks for the welcome and I am sure I will enjoy being in this community.

Ails

You are very welcome @Smudger. Yes, I'm sure you will enjoy it very much. Look forward to seeing your posts.

Adrian_Scope

Welcome @Smudger.

Chloe_Alumni

Glad to see you managed to change your picture @Smudger!

Smudger

Apologies I have still not been able to change my picture

Chloe_Alumni

It's showing us that it is a dog, is this what it is meant to be @Smudger?

Smudger

@Chloe_Scope hi. Yes it is my dog but not the picture I wanted. I would have liked to put a photo of myself. I am having problems changing it to another photo.

Adrian_Scope

Hi @Smudger.
Sorry to hear you're having some problems. Would you be able to describe the issue you're having? Alternatively, if you email community@scope.org.uk we can do our best to help you with this.