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Mil T
Hello,
I don't want to hijack this thread but my situation and timing is just about identical to this one. I am currently 80% total SC. 70%PTSD the other 10% is for hearing and tinitus. I applied for IU and was denied in July 2010. I applied for VR and was evaluated.
I received a letter from the counselor that stated;
"After carefully reviewing the evidence, I have determined that it is not reasonable to expect you to be able to train for or get a suitable job at this time. We can provide Vocational Rehab and Employement services only if we are able to determine you can both:
1. Succeed in a program of training or education and
2. Get a Job in an occupation that matches your skills, talents, and interests."
He writes under, What evidence did we use to make decision?
"In reaching my decision, I considered the following evidence: The combined effects of long-term unemployment, (I have not worked since 2005) living in a rural area with limited employment opportunities, and the interpersonal difficulty you experience as a result of your PTSD make any level of employment very unlikely at this time. Regretfully, even with the consideration of a self employment goal, it does not appear that you would have the mental stamina or the interpersonal flexibility required to formulate a business plan, deal effectively with customers, manage conflict and maintain accurate business records. These skills are required in abundance for business success either at the gainful employment level or for marginal, supplemental income."
The bold letters in the statements are also in the letter that he wrote. I submitted this as a review by a DRO rather than a full appeal on Aug 4, 2010. I got a letter yesterday telling me they are still working on my claim.
Anyway, I am just wondering after reading the thread here if any of you felt that the way the letter is written where it recognizes my SCD what my chances are of receiving the IU?
Thanks
Mil T.
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