[BioBased]

I received my work termination letter today. They have scheduled a meeting for tomorrow, but I see no reason to attend, since this letter makes it final.

The letter states that they cannot accommodate me due to understaffing, but I know this is not true, another staffer told me they have added more staff.

At the meeting last week I was told my health benefits would continue, but the letter I received only details Worker's Compensation benefits.

I am assuming my CRPS will be covered by Workingman's Comp and that I must enroll in a health plan for my husband and myself. I wish this would have been spelled out for me.

[Jomar]

I would go to the meeting and clarify what benefits and for how long.
It could be just a formality separation meeting..
You could call and find out if it is necessary for you to attend this meeting.
And/Or request the packet of information be mailed to you.
Especially if travel to that meeting is an added pain inducer.. you can mention that reason in the call.

Or contact the HR dept preferably by email, letter, or call but ask for written documentation after the call, so all replies & information is documented & in writing..

Basically get anything they tell you in writing, often promises will be made or mentioned verbally, but it is easy for them to forget about.

Basically it is their choice to let you go, unless you had a employment contract.
It is their choice to make accommodations or not.

Don't make any fast decisions if they offer you something extra.
Get the offer in writing and ask for some time to consider it.. hopefully they won't pressure you to accept right now or it is off the table....

[BioBased]

Jo,

I suspect they won't offer me anything, but I will do my best to seek clarity and get it in writing.

I worked under union contract, but was not a contract employee.

Thank you for responding, even though I knew this was coming, it is painful.

Bio

[Enna70]

[QUOTE even though I knew this was coming, it is painful.

Bio[/QUOTE]

Yeah it is still a blow even though you know it might be coming.

[BioBased]

Thank you Enna, it really felt awful.

I wish they had not scheduled another meeting, it doesn't really make any sense when they are going to terminate me anyway.

Bio.

[Enna70]

Originally Posted by BioBased

Thank you Enna, it really felt awful.

I wish they had not scheduled another meeting, it doesn't really make any sense when they are going to terminate me anyway.

Bio.

To make it official. To give you a chance to speak but the end result most likely be the same.

[Diandra]

Originally Posted by BioBased

Jo,

I suspect they won't offer me anything, but I will do my best to seek clarity and get it in writing.

I worked under union contract, but was not a contract employee.

Thank you for responding, even though I knew this was coming, it is painful.

Bio

Hi Bio,
It is painful. I am sorry for you having to go through that.
Years ago I also lost my job due to health issues, Lyme Disease.
I was numb for a week or so after, it just didn't seem real.

May I suggest, if possible, that you have someone come with you
to the meeting. Always good to have two people listening and asking
questions or clarifications. And it will be an emotional day, would be
good to moral support.

My best,
Diandra

[Lou Ann]

Was in a car accident eight months ago and doctor thinks I may have CPRSD- the symptoms fit so I'm waiting for an appointment with a doc that can give me a definite diagnosis. Legs burn and are weak- need a cane to walk. The pain at times is bad,as people on this site know and I have been unable to drive, was terminated from my job as they can't accommodate the limitations, am very depressed and basically am miserable- that's on a good day. Prior to this I never went to the docs except for seasonal sinus infections and I don't like taking mess plus am allergic to most medicines. It's so hard to get to know who I am anymore as my body doesn't respond or feel the same day to day. I am hoping to learn how others cope.

[goblue1998]

I would suggest you request a benefits meeting with HR. I work in HR and we have 2 parts a regular exit interview and then second part a benefits person goes over benefits Cobra and answers any questions. Cobra and benefits info is then sent to home address certified mail. I agree with asking for everything in agreement in writing.

Good luck with your healing.

[BioBased]

Originally Posted by goblue1998

I would suggest you request a benefits meeting with HR. I work in HR and we have 2 parts a regular exit interview and then second part a benefits person goes over benefits Cobra and answers any questions. Cobra and benefits info is then sent to home address certified mail. I agree with asking for everything in agreement in writing.

Good luck with your healing.

Thank you. I doubt there will be an exit interview. My two full time co-workers were pressured when I was accommodated at work. They were the people who demanded that I worked fewer, but more difficult shifts. It was gambit to either get me up to speed or get me to quit. ironically, one of them suspected I had CRPS.

I spoke to someone in HR, who explained I would receive Cobra info through the mail. Because of my age I will apply for Medicare, part A and B, with a supplement.