Dear Maria,
I am not exactly in your position, but would LOVE to be able to leave the job I had prior to/during and post treatment. I have doing some research regarding our rights as cancer patients which is considered a "disability" by the SSA. Here are some links that might have some info that you can use....
http://www.canceradvocacy.org/
http://www.plwc.org/portal/site/PLWC...00f2730ad1RCRD
http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu/
I HATE the thought that I am locked in until I am 5 years out! I just finished last Herceptin 12 weeks ago and if I am correct that starts the clock as far as " years out".Granted, I am no longer on Chemo,but Arimidexcauses me to have pretty significant joint pain. I just don't know when I am no longer considered a Cancer patient (as far as the workplace) is considered.As far as insurance goes ,we know that its 5 years after last treatment. I wonder if Arimidex is considered "treatment"?? OY
My job reaquires standing for 7 hours and day and carrying heavy loads of merchandise. They were great but suddenly they have demandedthat I work more hours to keep my benefits. ARGH!
If anyone has anything to add or to correct me PLEASE feel free!
Good luck to you and let us know how it goes,
Marcia