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18 Comments

1. AnonymousDecember 12,2022 at 11:47PM UTC

   you need a disability lawyer.

2. AnonymousDecember 13,2022 at 12:43PM UTC

   There are several gig sites online, like Upwork or Transcribeme. You could try those.

3. AnonymousDecember 13,2022 at 10:03PM UTC

   I'd follow the judges orders, but let your doctor know what the judge says. You may need to have paperwork showing proof you can work 50%. The judge is the one who can take away all benefits or whatever you're using him for. I'd check with the ADA because all employers have to comply with it. Good luck.

4. Shaunta D. ScrogginsDecember 16,2022 at 1:23PM UTC

   I cannot advise specifically, but I will say, with respect to the ADA reference in Carrie's comment, disclose up front to potential employers so you can have a PARTNER in designing a work plan with the accommodations you need. Good luck!

5. BethBDecember 16,2022 at 1:49PM UTC

   Why is it either or? Life isn’t black and white. There are lots of companies with remote work available. Why not look for one of those?

6. AnonymousDecember 16,2022 at 1:55PM UTC

   Maybe take a few online classes that will give you skills that are suited to remote work. Often those are fairly inexpensive or their might be grants, and could help get your foot in the door for flexible remote work.

7. AnonymousDecember 16,2022 at 1:57PM UTC

   Call allsup. They are disability specialists and can give you the advice you need regarding how to proceed. If do require or qualify for full disability they might be able to help move you in that direction

8. AnonymousDecember 16,2022 at 1:57PM UTC

   You may not like this much, but I have been in your situation. With a previous neurological issue, the blow to my head at work did not help but only made things worst. After trying very hard for a few years I ended up leaving my dream job and moving on. I have had others in positions but now and have been back to school a couple of times. Flexjobs has work at home leads, the most important thing you can do is to just start looking around. It took me several years to realize that. Good luck.

9. AnonymousDecember 17,2022 at 6:24AM UTC

   Good luck with your continued recovery. Traumatic brain injuries can result in day-to-day challenges.

10. Arlene Frances Gottardo (Bryak)December 16,2022 at 2:08PM UTC

    I’m sorry you have to experience this. There are disability lawyers & personal councilors, who can help, and who won’t charge a fee unless there is a settlement. I would consider a social worker, too-

11. Jennifer TannerDecember 16,2022 at 2:38PM UTC

    I'm so sorry you find yourself in this situation. I went through the entire disability process with Social Security and it was grueling, degrading, and ultimately I was denied because the administrative law judge looked at my age, my sex (and the fact I had a baby), and that I kept up with friends on Facebook, and decided against the testimony of 15+ years of specialists plus the vocational expert that I should be able to work.

    If you haven't already spoken with a disability lawyer, definitely try to find one to review your case for free. Just about all do them on contingency so they don't get paid unless you win. I'm not a lawyer, but I know when I went through my process 10 years ago my lawyer was very much against me even attempting to return to school or try part-time work (not that it did much good in the end.)

    It can be really trying finding a good remote job right now since everyone and their dog is applying for everything -- I personally am finding that looking for hybrid roles in my area that are majority remote is the best course, because it narrows the competition pool. Also, consider that with your documented disabilities, you will be able to ask for accommodations with a hybrid role like full-time remote or as much remote as possible.

    Again, I sympathize sincerely with your dilemma and I understand myself that the disability process is incredibly frustrating and demoralizing. You deserve to be believed. Women's health concerns and pain so often aren't believed at the doctor, and then again when they say they are disabled. It's hard enough dealing with disabilities, the loss of your old career and way of life, and day-to-day pain without having our U.S. system chew you up and spit you out too.

12. Bradford McCormickDecember 16,2022 at 2:51PM UTC

    I 100% agree wit hthe advice you have got from others her eto see a disability lawyer.

    That said, can yuo ask your doctor to present your situation in a way tht might more strongly influence the judge in your direction? Doctors can do things.

    I am reminded of something perhaps irrelecvant here but instructive: Sigmund Freud had a very close colleague whose day job (this was back in the early days of psychoanalysis) was to process miners' disability claims. His name was Dr. Karl Abraham. I read that he did eveyhing in his power to minimize the severity of the miner's injury in his report and everything in his power to ferret out "slackers". As I said, doctors can do things.

13. Bradford McCormickDecember 16,2022 at 3:04PM UTC

    I should have added: I personally knew a case where a psychistrist, without doing anything unethical or lying, presented a patient's case in far stronger terms than some other doctor might have done, and his communicaiton was clearly understood by the relevant people.

14. AnonymousDecember 16,2022 at 2:58PM UTC

    I also have serious complex health issues and encourage you to look for a remote position with a company that is highly regarded by it employees. You will likely need to get an accommodation for Dr appointments and even additional short breaks, these will be approved by your Dr. Disability pays nothing in the USA so you do not want to go that route. Working full time will do an enormous amount of good for your mental health. It’s ok to grieve your previous life but best to find a therapist to help you move on so you can fully embrace your current situation and begin to live your best life and thrive. I wish you all the best.

15. AnonymousDecember 17,2022 at 6:20AM UTC

    Suggested language to request additional short breaks? I filed as a disabled applicant and hired as such. Accommodation has been made to meet my IT needs.

16. Judith BowtellDecember 17,2022 at 1:25AM UTC

    HI, I am not familiar with the US system as I am based in Australia, but I did want to send some kindness your way. I would also suggest talking to a lawyer (hopefully you can access some free or community service), so you understand your rights. I also suggest you take a support person with you, so you can have them take notes or remind you to ask all the questions you want. And finally, please remember that your ability to work now is not a reflection on your abiltiy to work in the future. With support you can and will participate in work again, and you have rights and paths to access that support to make that happen. On your side

17. AnonymousDecember 17,2022 at 3:39AM UTC

    look into the 72 hr va notification hotline, its work from home, they supply the computes nd trainingand have a $500 sign on bonus. I have to work from home due to my own circumstances.

18. AnonymousDecember 17,2022 at 7:15PM UTC

    the judge ultimately decides if you are disabled or not, typically based upon medical and other testimony and information. You need to call Allsup.org and see if a case manager can help you move forward with disability (or not). they win 97% of their cases in 90 days and will tell you if you have a realistic case for disability. Cost = nothing unless they win for you.