@onemargie yes thanks add PROLIA what a load of BS!!!! I meet the criteria right down to reduced disc height..hellloooo how much more precise can it get plus osteoporosis only thing is im not 70! RIDICULOUS! also my hormone tablets costs around $42 a month, thats alot!
- Access to a Centrelink benefit for example a temporary DSP or interest free loan to help support whilst having treatment without the bullshit thresholds (not even the minimum wage currently) and red tape. Even if this has to be repaid once well and working again but also to be continued if required due to side effects from treatment without penalty. Students and apprentice's have the privilege of loans/payments and we've paid tax our whole working lives so why not us?
Just wanted to say in relation to this, I actually think it should not be a loan at all, but a limited government payment such as sickness allowance without the red tape and having to jump threw hoops to get it. Most importantly not taxed, as it reduces the amount you get plus you end up owing at tax time. I owe $1200 to the ATO because income protection didnt tax the initial lump sum. Stupid isn't it? defeats the whole purpose of getting financial assistance!