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The Struggle is Real

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I have been facing challenges in receiving my wage loss benefits. There has been a couple of disruptions. If it were not for some of the support I have received I would be in much worse shape. I just want to take the time to say how much I am grateful and appreciate the support that can be given.

I have had not one but two disruptions when it comes to receiving my wage loss benefits. And if it were not for some of the donations I have received I would have been in worse shape. Your help is much appreciated.

August 4th will make it 6 months since my accident.

Dare to read on if you want to know the nitty gritty reality.

Sometimes even the strong need to ask for help.

*WARNING: WARNING: WARNING *

Contents may be disturbing for some to read.

Struggling with chronic pain from the accident as well as now to add on top of this Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms. What do you do when you are in a position that can’t allow you to process through the mental trauma and toll a traumatic event often experienced.

I see my accident over and over and over again like a slide projector. I hear the horn honk, I see the headlights, I feel my breathing become restricted. I also experience chest pains. I should have died. Somehow I survived.

There is no end in sight to my mental, emotional, and physical pain. The one question I ask myself every day is, will I make it? I made it this far. How much longer?

Post Traumatic Stress & Suicide Risk

In a quick search I found this about suicide risk:

PTSD is a risk factor for suicide particularly in women. Risk is primarily attenuated by suicide attempts pre-PTSD diagnosis. PTSD accounts for 0-6% of suicides in men and 3-5% in women.

Up to 54% of suicides in people with PTSD are attributed to PTSD.

Untreated PTSD can have a significant impact on your mental health. The symptoms of PTSD can worsen over time and lead to other mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.

I need help. I need help to press through the unforgiving process it is with the workers compensation board. I need help to reduce the likelihood of being evicted.

If I can find just 50 people willing to donate $40 I will reach $2000.

Will you help?

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Journey Through Life Changing Trauma

On February 4, 2024 I was involved in a work related accident that was near fatal and life changing. This has presented in challenges that have made it especially difficult during my recovery. I experience Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms, Anxiety, and Depression. All of this has worsened and brought to light a heart condition I have which is LongQT Syndrome. LongQT Syndrome with Anxiety is considered a disability. I will experience significant challenges when it comes to returning to work. Work Safe has not only affirmed my case stating that I was not willfully negligent and that my injuries that are currently compensable or not in question so my employer who appealed Work Safe’s initial ruling was no successful. After a failed attempt at a return to work program my file was transferred to Vocational Rehabilitation and long term benefits. I have been assessed for a Pension but at this point I am not sure how much I will be awarded in that Pension. This assessment will take time.

Injuries from my accident

  • Fractured Larynx
  • 2 Right Rib Fractures (9th & 11th)
  • Pneumothorax (punctured lungs associated with fractured ribs)
  • Lacerated Spleen
  • Hemothorax (collection of blood within the body in association with the lacerated spleen)
  • Transverse Process fractures L1, L2, L4 (These fractures are tiny bones within the spinal column)
  • Comminuted Fracture upper Left Humerus bone (upper arm involving the shoulder joint requiring surgery)
  • Post Traumatic Stress

Journey through Writing

The best way people can support me is by being present. Sometimes I fight thoughts of being alone and all I need is human connection. You can’t put a price on human connection. Instead of being inundated with negative thoughts I would much rather focus on the positive. I would much rather speak to myself words of compassion, mercy, and be present to myself. In the process, through it I will write in my blog and share with you my journey. We could all use a little human connection and find encouragement.

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