New job, disability worries

[rainatnightlove]

I've been unemployed for over 3 years now claiming PIP for mental health & physical health reasons. Been trying to get to a point where I can do a part time role and I've been offered one. Only downside is each shift is 8hrs (very tiring for me due to CFS) and I have to complete 2 weeks of 5 days a week training (40hrs!) before I can do just the part time hours (24 a week).

I just don't think I can do it, so much of my day is taken up by panic attacks, anxiety, depression, exhaustion etc. How will I cope? I really need the money though as I only get £400pm PIP.

I've improved this past year and made some friends as well as gone out of my comfort zone quite a bit so I feel a job is a good next step.

Congratulations! Very well done to you!

I suggest you try here. I’ve worked for them and they’re bloody brilliant with their advice.

www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/work-careers/support-with-problems-at-work/

Failing that, join the FB group for your condition if you can and ask their advice.

CAB should also be able to offer productive advice too.

Good luck xxx