Helpful tips to consider while you wait to start your vocational rehabilitation
Short informative video: Waiting for Services
What to consider if you are suffering from a physical ailment
Try and exercise regularly within your capabilities.
See a physiotherapist and enquire about what assistance they could offer.
Apply for a “Hreyfiseðil“ through your GP centre which gives you access to regular exercise whilst receiving information and support from a physiotherapist.
Explore our website velvirk.is and make use of the information available.
Bear in mind that VIRK does not pay for any services before you begin, but you should enquire as to whether you can get any financial support from your union or GP centre.
What to consider if you are suffering from a mental ailment
Book an appointment with a psychologist or apply to take part in a CBT course.
Have a look at the reykjalundur.is website and look into the electronicCBT handbook that they have uploaded free of charge.
Apply for a “Hreyfiseðil“ through your GP centre which gives you access to regular exercise whilst receiving information and support from a physiotherapist.
Explore our website velvirk.is and make use of the information available.
Bear in mind that VIRK does not pay for any services before you begin, but you should enquire as to whether you can get any financial support from your union or GP centre.
For those who need social support or are struggling with mental health problems
There are plenty of services available that you can access free of charge in the Reykjavík area, for more information please look at the wesbites below.
For those living outside the capital area
There are plenty of services available that you can access free of charge, for more information please look at the wesbites below.
Endurhæfingarhúsið HVER á Akranesi - félagsleg virkni og þátttaka
Punkturinn Rósenborg á Aukureyri.
Björgin – Geðræktarmiðstöð Suðurnesja
Miðstöð Símenntunar á Suðurnesjum
Virkjun mannauðs á Suðurnesjum.
Klúbburinn Strókur Selfossi
Rauði Krossinn Árnessýslu
Regarding benefits
VIRK does not have any control over your benefits.
Your union can advise you regarding your rights for when your sick leave runs out.
If an individual has completed their sick leave with their employer then you may be entitled to benefits from the Icelandic Health Insurance. For more information please follow this link.
If an individual is waiting on a vocational rehabilitation plan for TR then a doctor or another member of your treatment team can make a plan and submit it for you.
