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Monika's 5-Year Mental Health Battle Ends in Disability Recognition

Monika's journey shows the uphill battle of mental health advocacy. After years of fighting, she's finally received the recognition she deserves.

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Monika's 5-Year Mental Health Battle Ends in Disability Recognition

After a five-year battle with mental health issues, Monika Girard, a 56-year-old former seamstress, has finally received disability recognition. Her journey involved multiple hospital stays and attempts to return to work.

Monika's struggle began with a breakdown, leading to her first hospitalisation. Over the next five years, she underwent numerous treatments and tried to maintain employment in various roles, including at an adhesive tape factory, as a cleaner, and in a nursing home. Despite her best efforts, her mental health condition made it challenging to sustain work.

Monika's resilience was tested during this period. She faced numerous setbacks and delays in receiving the disability recognition she deserved. However, she remained determined to advocate for herself and her needs. After years of fighting, her persistence paid off, and she was finally granted disability status.

Now living under a different name, Monika Girard survives on a disability pension and supplementary benefits. Her journey serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those with mental health conditions in accessing the support they need. Despite the lengthy process, Monika's story highlights the importance of perseverance in seeking recognition and assistance.

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