Rod,
I am in exactly the same situation. And same age group. I'm 51. I hurt my back in 2005 and haven't worked since. I am still on workers comp and cannot do anything even if I wanted to. That is why I am here so often. I have done some consulting work on the side with motors, controls and drives. I also come from an industrial situation, lastly working for a vendor the last 8 years as an outside sales rep. I still have my masters card and keep my contractors license up that I never use. I am currently working on a construction upgrade. Consulting only.
Please try to keep your spirits up. If you have some income from the injury this will be easier. Are you able to work? Do you want to work? If you answered no to either, try and get on SS if you are truly disabled. Then you can work some to keep busy, contribute and supplement your income. You worked hard all your life. It's time you take it easy and do what you want to do.
If you ever need someone to talk too let me know.
jvaldes@windstream.net
Last edited by JValdes; 02/05/08 11:46 AM.
