Hi all ive been very poorly with fibro n arthritis..massive flare up never been this bad...not complaining...just grinning n bearing it all.

[mazzer2]

If my PIP wud come thru i could mayb stop working...any one know how long claims are taking...??.merry xmas 2 all my co-suffers.

[butterflygirl1]

Oh sweetie so sorry your not too good, I have just had a really rough time of it but like you pushing myself through it all, I am back on the ESA had to give up my job after 9 years couldn't do it anymore but my company were brilliant they couldn't have been anymore supportive and helpful in trying to get me back to work and bless them they stuck with me through it for 12 months but in the end it was agreed all around including doctors that I would be getting worse (and I am) so best if I could just try and focus on my health, I am lucky that my partner works but because I have worked since I was 16 I have enough stamps to get the ESA. This is my second time on this I had it for the full year and then it stopped in June so no more money (struggle or what)! but then I was told that I could apply again after 12 weeks so did just that and thank god my prayers were answered. I still have to do the assessment (waiting for the letter to plop on the mat), but am getting money each week which is a god send they back dated it for me too don't know about PIP sweetie not applied for that but why don't you try applying for the ESA. Anyway I really hope you start to feel a bit better soon and don't do too much, I know its easier said then done because my brain is willing but my body isn't hee! hee! I still haven't got the hang of it yet sending you big fluffy hugs and I hope you have a brilliant Christmas there is the New Year to look forward to so keep your chin up hon we are all in the same boat here and if you want to talk or have a rant then you jolly well feel free. Let us know about your PIP I hope it comes through soon for you. xx

[mazzer2]

Thank u so much for your reply butterfly girl..i two work for a good company so hanging on in the hope they will pay me off.... .the PIP...wont come before Christmas so will pursue it in Jan......i have rested four days...managed asda this morning....shattered now...have a lovely Xmas and all best wishes for new year...let you know outcome of PIP...take good care. Mx

[Mdaisy in reply to mazzer2]

Hello Mazzer2,

I am sorry you've been having a rough time and if we, FibroAction can help in anyway to reduce the stress which is impacting on your health, we'd be happy to

Please contact FibroAction as we can help you with benefit advice if you email [e-mail] I can provide you with information that other members have reported to be very useful.

Please do feel free to contact us regarding your ESA & PIP claims and here is a link to our website about benefits too;

fibroaction.org/Pages/Benef...

I hope you enjoy your celebrations over the festive period.

Merry Christmas

Emma

FibroAction Administrator.

[mazzer2]

Thank you i will look at fibro action and see what Jan.brings ......the PIP assesor said 8 weeks its been that and more...all best wishes for the festive season..

[Mdaisy in reply to mazzer2]

No worries , pleasure

[vixen49]

Merry Christmas hun hope your feeling better I too haven't been feeling to good myself so warm hugs to you I am waiting for my pip to come through i've been waiting for 2 months

[mazzer2 in reply to vixen49]

Thank you my friend...its been just over 2 months for me...hopefully Jan will have good news for us both...take good care merry Xmas....

[vixen49 in reply to mazzer2]

You are very welcome my good friend and a merry Christmas warm fluffies my friend

[Saskia]

Hope you manage to have a reasonable Christmas. Fibro. and arthritis are a bod combination. I have it the same plus a few other ailments! It does make things so difficult these days. Be gentle with yourself. I can't help with PIP but no doubt others will be able to offer advice. Comforting, very gentle hugs, Mazzer2.

Saskia XX

[mazzer2 in reply to Saskia]

Thanks Saskia...you take care..n have a lovely Christmas...hope we all feel bettetnext year.