Having panic attacks

[XanaDUer2]

Got a letter from HR telling me I either return to work or resign after six months of being out. I am in the SSDI process, so will not be returning. Anything having to do with my job sends me into panic mode.

I was okayed by the long-term disability insurance company to receive monthly payments. I'm concerned that resignation will effect my LTD insurance payments and health insurance, which I'm paying fully now

I'm calling HR tomorrow. Just so worried, I didn't sleep last night. Trying to stay calm, but it's hard not to be anxious.

Thanks for reading. I really don't have anyone to vent to

[mopinko]

1. yeah, i got a letter from the irs yesterday.

was expecting it, but still. wish i had some xanax some days.

[XanaDUer2]

2. I use ant-anxiety meds

Just took one over this. Makes me too sleepy

[mopinko]

3. yeah, there's that.

this is the part where i am super grateful that i decided to take music lessons a bit over a year ago.
when i cant take it, i turn up the music and sing. getting to where a little piano practice settles my nerves and gives me something to pat myself on the back for.

[XanaDUer2]

4. Sorry you got a letter

I hate mail delivery sometimes.

[SheltieLover]

5. Can they force you to resign?

Google SSDI websites. While not sound legal advice, you might learn what others have been through & get some ideas.

Apply for Obamacare! Likely can't until you no longer have health ins & have been turned down by Medicaid though.

Breathe... it's a process.

[XanaDUer2]

6. Sigh, it is

Yeah, per civil service rules, after 6 months, you go back or resign. I'm actually okay with that, as long as my LTD money comes through and I can still pay for insurance

[SheltieLover]

7. Well, COBRA is super expensive

But losing job / healthcare benefits is a major life event that qualifies you to apply for Medicaid, then ACA insurance without concern for enrollment period.

[mzmolly]

8. I might consult

an attorney who specializes in LTD.

I'm so sorry about your situation.

[XanaDUer2]

9. Thanks

I have bipolar, anxiety depression. I just couldn't do it anymore

[mzmolly]

10. You shouldn't

have to.

Best wishes with everything as it relates.

[XanaDUer2]

11. I'll have, I hope, more clarity tomorrow nt