Australia and approved disability support pension after v/m

[Ladybug8]

Does anyone here live in Australia and have been put on disability support pension after suffering from v/m? What proof did you need and ongoing symptoms accured that made you eligible for it?

Thanks Kylie

[Meningoencephalitis2]

Following.

I am. Interested also.

I don't feel ready to work yet. With triggering symptoms.

[Ladybug8 in reply to Meningoencephalitis2]

I know it's hard to stay focused and I can't sit still lay down for too long neck crunches headaches muscles ache and I thought this was normal my whole life 20per cent hearing loss in my left ear depression or though I'm a positive person

And I still love life and wouldn't change anything like everything you learn to live with it!😊

[menchild]

You have to provide evidence that you cannot work for at least two years.

[Rowi in reply to menchild]

I'm in the US, so I can only comment on that. I didn't apply until 9 months after getting sick, because I read the warning that you needed to expect to be ill for at least 12 months. Well, I wasn't expecting to be ill for that long. Two years later, I am still struggling (but so much better than before; I was also really helped by moving out of my mold-ridden apartment).

I wish I had applied sooner. Here, it's common to get turned down the first two times, and then have to get a lawyer. My attorney said that part of my case rests on the fact that I've worked my entire life and then suddenly couldn't. And on my articulateness in expressing what happened. Good luck with applying!

[Ladybug8 in reply to Rowi]

Thanks for reply I very much appreciate it!

[Ladybug8 in reply to menchild]

Thanks heaps I know others are interested too and your helping us all!😁