Wajong Sustainability Assessment Rotterdam: your rights and procedure
In Rotterdam, the **UWV** assesses in a **Wajong sustainability assessment** whether your work disability lasts **at least three years**. This is essential for the **Work and Income for Young Disabled Persons Act (Wajong)**. Not sustainable? Then possibly **WIA** or **WW**. Discover the process at UWV Rotterdam, criteria, and tips for success, including local support via Rechtbank Rotterdam (Wilhelminaplein 100-125) and Juridisch Loket Rotterdam (Westblaak 180).
What does the Wajong sustainability assessment in Rotterdam entail?
**UWV Rotterdam** conducts a medical and administrative investigation to check whether your work limitation is **sustainable** – i.e., not recoverable within three years. This often happens during the **intake interview** at UWV Rotterdam or via a **medical examination** by an insurance physician.
Assessed as sustainable? Wajong benefit possible. Otherwise: proceed to **WIA**. If dissatisfied with the decision, you can lodge an objection with UWV and possibly proceed to **Rechtbank Rotterdam, Wilhelminaplein 100-125**.
Legal basis
Regulated in:
- Wajong Act, art. 14 and 15.
- Wajong Decree with sustainability conditions.
- UWV Implementation Rules for Rotterdam procedures.
When and where in Rotterdam?
Usually during the **intake interview** at UWV Rotterdam. The advisor examines:
- Medical prognosis and recovery chances.
- **Chronic limitations**.
- Duration of at least three years.
Sustainability criteria at UWV Rotterdam
Sustainability requires that limitations **do not disappear within three years**. UWV Rotterdam applies:
| Criterion | Explanation | Rotterdam Example |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic illness | Not or limitedly recoverable, such as rheumatism or MS. | Rotterdam resident with **MS** and permanent mobility problems. |
| No recovery expectation | No improvement within three years, e.g., brain injury. | After **cerebral haemorrhage**, permanent speech disorders. |
| Work limitations | Impossible to work within three years due to diagnosis. | Severe **psychiatric disorder** blocks return to work. |
Tips for Rotterdam applicants
- Gather **medical records** from Rotterdam specialists.
- Prepare for UWV intake with strong arguments.
- In case of rejection: objection + free help at **Juridisch Loket Westblaak 180**.
- Rechtbank Rotterdam (Wilhelminaplein) for appeal.
Objection and appeal in Rotterdam
Incorrectly assessed as not sustainable? File an **objection** within 6 weeks at UWV Rotterdam. Rejected? Appeal to **Rechtbank Rotterdam, Wilhelminaplein 100-125**. Free first-line advice: **Juridisch Loket Rotterdam, Westblaak 180** – call or walk in for Wajong support.