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diagnosed with womb cancer Nov 2018, had full hysterectomy end of Nov and still working up to my OP , as there was really only me, plus 1 cleaner (managed holiday apartments ) boss away, plus I live 2 doors up from the apartments so was still trying to organize everything even from my bed, after having surgery, my boss was good still paid me my wage but I did not have much time off anyway as there was only me there, my boss eventually took some more staff on and I did try to help but found it difficult dealing with cancer and sorting staff out, 

OP did not remove all tumour so started on radiotheraphy in March, sorry if this is a bit long just trying to be brief on details.

my boss has now decided my so called assistant who he took on in dec and I interviewed is now more qualified and capable than me to run the business  and she is now my boss, and I am going to be doing another job, why I admit she is very competent and good at organizing plus she is a lot younger, and fit  I feel that after helping him start the business and being there from the beginning working 24/7 and only being paid for 16hrs for the first 8 months, I do deserve some consideration and feel I have been treated very unfair, she has now bought her own staff in, and really wants me to go, I've gone from loving my job to actually not wanting to go to work any more. 

not sure if it's all the stress of work and radio but I have felt extremely tired and very emotional the last few weeks, and am really struggling to cope at present, just feel so down and not sure what to do next would appreciate any help 

  • Hi over 50,is that the nearest a lady gets to giving her true age, i can understand how you feel remember operation and treatment can knock you for six, your still repairing, it sounds like you want another job, once you've heald properly have a look around, buy the way did you know you are now classed as disabled, so rules change, good luck with your future what ever you choose,

    Billy 

  • Hi,

    I'm so sorry you are going through this. I'm assuming you live and work in the UK? If so, please look at this website which explains your rights in the workplace. As a cancer patient you are now classed as disabled and that means your employer has to treat you in a certain way & not discriminate against you. After reading the website please contact them at Macmillan as they can advise you further. www.macmillan.org.uk/.../your-rights.html

    Good luck and please let us know how you get on,

    Angie

  • thanks Billy for your reply, the nickname over 50 was just one I picked when I turned 50, i am now 64, so think getting another job is going to be a bit harder, and seeing the government did me and lots more out of my pension, I have to wait another 18 months before I can retire.

    so not really sure what to do now, my doctor has just given me 1 months sick note, never had one before always worked so maybe I'll take the time for myself and try and get stronger and better

    but thank you for your nice comments

  • Thank you Angie for your reply, yes I do work and live in the UK and I am 64,

    I really did not know about being classed as disabled, after having cancer, so thank you for that information and I will check the link you sent me, and hopefully get some info to help me at work, 

    my doctor has just given me 1 months sick note, and even though it will be a struggle financially I dont feel strong enough to go in to work at present, so maybe taking time to my self, is best for me now 

    thank you 

  • Hi again some places don't mind taking on middle aged people they like to work and don't waste time, you want to have a look around, or take it easy were you are they can't just get rid of you because your ill i can tell you'd rather be working and happy,, but if other girl is problem you want to talk to the boss, i can tell you don't like that idea but you'll have to do something. Best wishes

    Billy

    P.s alot of places don't mind if you work past retirement I worked till 67 but I had to retire to look after my disabled wife she needs 24 /7 care now good luck with whatever you choose.