Advice needed about employment and benefits

Carlos89

Hi all... Kinda in a new found situation and was wondering what next steps to take... So I have CP in my right leg never had any real difficulties working as had an op when younger to straighten foot out when I was 12... So fast forward to march this year (now I'm 30) I was involved in a car accident and having severe tremor in right leg/foot after incident... Currently under a neurologist to try and pinpoint the cause.... But in the meantime I have lost my job as an electrical maint engineer on grounds of medical capabilities... Any advice on future job or next steps regards benifits as never claimed for anything... Thanks all x

April2018mom

See above link with more information

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/

This is the most important benefit to apply for. Have you also applied for ESA or not? 

Carlos89

Yes I have PIP at 23 quid a week for mobility issues as for ESA I have been told can't apply until I've been made redundant which should be end of this week

Chloe_Alumni

Hi @Carlos89 and a very warm welcome to the community. I'm sorry to hear about the accident and your job. I cannot imagine how difficult it has been. 

Here is a benefit checker which can tell you what things you may be entitled to. But please do feel free to ask us specific questions.  

In terms of employment, Scope offers a range of employment services which you may find useful. We also have articles about how to get support within the workplace.

Please do let us know how you get on and I hope you are not waiting too long to see a neurologist!