Looking for work

Janejeffery431
Janejeffery431 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
edited September 2018 in Work
Hi..I am 60yr next month...I have been on universal credit since January.
I have osteoarthritis in both thumb joints. ..am awaiting operation on my left thumb (iam left handed)also cortosoine injection in my right  thumb.
I have worked in catering most of my adult life...but can't anymore due to painful hands.
I am looking for 16 hrs work ...am willing totry anything....as long as I'm not constantly using my hands.
Can you be of any help please. 

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  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Online Community Member Posts: 7,877 Championing
    Hi @Janejeffery431
    Welcome to the community! I'm not sure how to advise, however another member of the community will be able to help you and will be in contact with you soon. Please let us know if there is anything else that we can help you with! :)
  • jane1973
    jane1973 Online Community Member Posts: 175 Empowering
    Welcome @Janejeffery431
  • Chloe_Alumni
    Chloe_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 10,506 Championing
    Hi @Janejeffery431 and a warm welcome to the community! I am sorry to hear that you are struggling to find work. I hope you find something soon!
  • Janejeffery431
    Janejeffery431 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
    Thank you Chloe,
      I'm waiting for a letter for operation on my left hand...and cortosoine injection in my right hand 
     Had meeting at the assessment centre  in Cardiff....they found me fit for work
    It's difficult finding something where you are not using your hands constantly
    But I've applied for a few jobs...waiting for replies.I have worked in catering all my adult life....probworn the hands out !
  • Pippa_Alumni
    Pippa_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,761 Championing
    Hi @Janejeffery431, and welcome! You may like to check out Scope's Support to Work programme too.
  • Janejeffery431
    Janejeffery431 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
    Thank you Pappa. ..will have a look 

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