Getting back to normal ... (whatever that is!)

[dizzojay]

Today marks the last day of me being 'a lady of leisure' as the Doctor signed me back to work when I went to see him Wednesday.  He was satisfied that I do a clerical job with no heavy lifting/manual work, and as I told him I'd got my works computer sent home the day after my accident, and have been effectively working from home for the last three weeks, albeit intermittently, as and when I've been feeling comfortable, he was happy to sign me back.




He's signing me back on reduced hours until my next fracture clinic appointment in three weeks, so for that period, I'll be doing 5 hours a day instead of 7.5.  Although, somewhat embarrassingly, I'll be on pre-booked annual leave for the middle week of those three!

My workplace have an occupational health risk assessment lined up for me when I get back on Monday, and they've also offered to pay for a cab to get me to and from work on Monday with a view to talking about practical and comfortable travel arrangements until I can drive again.

I have truthfully and honestly never felt so valued and looked after by an employer.  It's not that I have a lot of sick time from work; I mean, I've never been off sick at this job in the two years plus that I've been there until now.  In fact the only other extended period of sick leave I've ever had was three weeks when I fractured my elbow 11 years ago, and then I worked for the charity sector, so occy health and cabs to work were just pipe dreams!  But this is a whole new level of employee care that I've realy never experienced, and I am so grateful.

It feels nice to be heading back to some degree of normality (such as it is in my world) - and as a part of that, I'm going to the hairdressers today. I had to cancel my last hair appointment because it was only a couple of days after the accident, and I just was never going to be able to handle those 'neck' sinks they use.  I feel as if I will be okay with it now, and as my hair is increasingly looking like, well ...



... only with far too many grey bits, it's time for the chop!

So that's it - onwards and upwards ...

I never thought I hear myself say that I'm looking forward to going into work on Monday, but ... I'm looking forward to going into work on Monday!!!

Comments

[amberdreams.livejournal.com]

It's great to know there are good employers out there! i'm very glad yours are looking after you as they should.

[dizzojay.livejournal.com]

They have been brilliant. I really can't fault their support.

[jj1564.livejournal.com]

That's really good news, Jane, and it's lovely that your employers are so caring. Perhaps you could work from home a few days a week if travelling is difficult? I'm pleased things are returning to 'normal' for you and you'll feel even better once you've had your hair done! Yaay!

[dizzojay.livejournal.com]

My work have been fantastic. At the moment they're paying £35 each way to taxi me to and from work.

I've had a full workplace risk assessment and I've got the option to work from home any time I like. And the thing I love most is that they awarded my assistant a £1,000 bonus for holding the for while I was off.

I still can't believe my luck that I got this job.
If I'd have been at my old place, Dicknob probably wouldn't have noticed if my arm fell off!!

[jj1564.livejournal.com]

It's good to know they are taking good care of you, they seem to be really thoughtful employers, and it was lovely that your assistant got a bonus.

Dicknob wouldn't have noticed if your arm fell off right in front of him - he'd just step over!!

[madebyme-x.livejournal.com]

I'm happy to hear that things are slowly getting back to normal! It's great to see some positive change, and that you're moving in the right direction :)

[dizzojay.livejournal.com]

Yes, things are gradually moving in the right direction, and work have been fantastic in supporting me which is a big help.

[be-my-precious.livejournal.com]

It must be nice to finally be able to be able to go back to work... I totally understand how you can't wait to go. Your work sounds amazing with all of this, too! The only other job that I've heard of that is so employee-concious is my brother's job. It's a rarity.

[dizzojay.livejournal.com]

My work have been amazing. They have really gone above and beyond for me and I really appreciate it.

[fireheart13.livejournal.com]

Yay!! Glad your recovery is going so well and you can return to work!

[dizzojay.livejournal.com]

Thank you :)