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Wajong Sustainability Assessment Utrecht

The **Wajong sustainability assessment** in Utrecht determines whether your disability will last at least 3 years. Learn about the UWV process in Utrecht, criteria and how to lodge an objection with the District Court of Midden-Nederland. Practical tips for success.

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Wajong Sustainability Assessment Utrecht: your rights and the local process

In a **Wajong sustainability assessment** in Utrecht, the **UWV** assesses whether your disability will last **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**. In Utrecht, this takes place at the UWV desk Catharijne Singel. Discover the process, local criteria and tips for objection at the District Court of Midden-Nederland.

What is a Wajong sustainability assessment in Utrecht?

**UWV Utrecht** conducts a medical and administrative investigation to determine whether your disability is **sustainable** (not recoverable within three years). This occurs during the **intake interview** at UWV Utrecht (Catharijne Singel 55) or via a **medical examination** by an insurance physician.

Sustainable? Wajong benefit. Not sustainable? Possibly **WIA** after recovery. In Utrecht, you can get free advice at **Juridisch Loket Utrecht** (Catharijnesingel 55).

Legal basis

Regulated in:

  • Wajong Act, art. 14-15.
  • Wajong Decree for sustainability criteria.
  • UWV Implementation Rules for procedures in the Midden-Nederland region.

When and where in Utrecht?

During the **first phase** at **UWV Utrecht**. The advisor examines:

  • Medical prognosis and recovery chances.
  • **Chronic limitations**.
  • Duration of at least three years.
Uncertain? Medical investigation by **AAG** in Utrecht.

Criteria for sustainability in Utrecht Wajong cases

UWV Utrecht applies strict criteria: the limitation must **not become employable within three years**. Assessed on:

Criterion Explanation Utrecht Example
Chronic condition Incurable or limited recovery, such as rheumatism or MS. MS patient with permanent mobility problems, assessed by UWV Utrecht.
No recovery prospects No improvement within three years, e.g. brain injury. Cerebral haemorrhage with speech disorder, after examination by UWV Utrecht.
Work limitations Impossible to work within three years due to limitations. Severe PTSD after trauma, no return to work possible according to physician.

Objection and appeal in Utrecht

Disagree with UWV Utrecht? File an **objection** within 6 weeks. Rejected? **Appeal** to **District Court of Midden-Nederland, Utrecht location** (Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1). Successful in 40% of cases with good preparation. Assistance via **Juridisch Loket Utrecht**.

Tips for success in Utrecht

  • Gather medical records from Utrecht specialists.
  • Prepare for intake at UWV Catharijne Singel.
  • Consider counsel for free lawyer at Court.

Utrecht contact points

  • UWV Utrecht: Catharijne Singel 55, 3511 GC Utrecht.
  • District Court of Midden-Nederland: Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1, 3511 LC Utrecht.
  • Juridisch Loket Utrecht: Catharijnesingel 55, 3511 GC Utrecht (free advice).