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Wajong Sustainability Assessment Zoetermeer

The **Wajong sustainability assessment** in Zoetermeer determines whether your disability lasts longer than 3 years. Learn about the UWV process, criteria, and tips for success. Contact Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer for help.

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Wajong Sustainability Assessment Zoetermeer: your rights and procedure

In Zoetermeer, the **Wajong sustainability assessment** is carried out by the **UWV** to determine whether your work disability **lasts at least three years**. This is essential for the **Work and Income for Young Disabled Persons Act (Wajong)**. In case of non-sustainable disability, you may transition to **WIA** or **WW**. We explain the process, criteria, and how to increase your chances of success at the District Court of The Hague (district).

What does the Wajong sustainability assessment in Zoetermeer entail?

The **UWV** in the Zoetermeer region conducts a medical and administrative investigation to assess whether your work limitation is **sustainable**, i.e., longer than three years. This takes place during the **intake interview** and, if necessary, a **medical examination** by an insurance physician.

In the event of a non-sustainable assessment, a **WIA benefit** may follow. In the case of sustainable, you qualify for Wajong. For free advice in Zoetermeer: Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.

Legal basis

Regulated in:

  • Wajong Act, art. 14 and 15.
  • Wajong Decree with sustainability conditions.
  • UWV implementation rules for the procedure.
Handled at **District Court of The Hague** (Zoetermeer district).

When and where in Zoetermeer?

The assessment begins with the **intake interview** with a UWV advisor in Zoetermeer. The following are assessed:

  • Medical prognosis and recovery chances.
  • Presence of **chronic limitations**.
  • Duration of work disability: **≥ 3 years**.
In case of doubt, an **examination** by an **insurance physician** follows.

Criteria for Wajong sustainability in Zoetermeer

Sustainability requires that limitations do not recover within three years** to a workable level. UWV applies:

Criterion Explanation Example
Chronic illness Condition with permanent impact, such as rheumatism or MS. Person with MS and permanent fatigue/mobility problems.
No recovery expectation No improvement within 3 years, e.g., after severe trauma. After brain injury, permanent cognitive disorders.
Clear work limitations Limitations prevent return to work within 3 years. Severe depression with persistent concentration loss.

Tips for your assessment in Zoetermeer

  • Gather medical records and specialist letters.
  • Prepare for intake: note symptoms and impact.
  • In case of rejection: file objection within 6 weeks with UWV.
  • Need help? Call Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.

Objection and appeal at District Court of The Hague

Dissatisfied with the UWV decision? File an objection. If rejected, appeal to the **District Court of The Hague** (Zoetermeer district). Prove sustainability with additional medical information.

Help in Zoetermeer

  • UWV Zoetermeer: schedule appointments.
  • Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer: free first-line legal advice.
  • District Court of The Hague: for proceedings.