I'm on UC, and have been putting in fit notes. I might have to go back to work. Any advice?

xjr64

Im currently on uc I have been putting in fit notes due to my osteoarthritis and raynauds. Ive also got systemic sclerosis it looks like I will have to got back to work as Im not going to get any help. any advice please?

janer1967

Hi there 

Have you been sent uc50 forms to complete? 

You should after sending in fit notes and then have a work capability assessment to see if you are found fit for work 

If you are found unfit and get awarded lcwra there is an additional uc element 

xjr64

No i did try that route before but my osteoarthritis in my hands has got worse and i got diagnosed with SS 

Tori_Scope

In what way did that prevent you from going down the work capability assessment route @xjr64? I'm sorry that your osteoarthritis has worsened.

Are you currently in receipt of any other benefits, such as PIP? 

Do you feel as though you'd be able to start working again if you had reasonable adjustments (ACAS) in the workplace? 

xjr64

UC only , a job were I don't use my hands alot

Cher_Alumni

Hi @xjr64

Are you still submitting fit notes?  Did you ever receive a UC50 form?  You should have received this if you've been submitting fit notes for more than 29 days with no gaps. If you haven't then I'd advise to leave a note on your journal informing your work coach/case manager.

Are you concerned that your osteoarthritis would impact your ability to fill in the form?  If so, you can access free local help by visiting the Advice Local website.  If you enter your postcode, then select Welfare benefits from the drop down box, a list of organisations close by will appear on the next screen.

Please keep us posted with how you get on and good luck.  

xjr64

No they keep asking me to attend work searching appointments

xjr64

I'm goin back to work might as well less hassle I'm on the wrong site