Wajong Sustainability Assessment Delft: your rights and UWV procedure
In a **Wajong sustainability assessment** in Delft, the **UWV** investigates 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, criteria and local support via Juridisch Loket Delft.
What does the Wajong sustainability assessment in Delft entail?
The **UWV** conducts a medical and administrative investigation to determine whether your work limitation is **sustainable** (no work within three years). This takes place during the **intake interview** at UWV Delft or a **medical examination**. Local applicants can go to the UWV office in the region.
Not sustainable: Possibly **WIA** benefit. Sustainable: Wajong entitlement. In case of uncertainty, advice from **Juridisch Loket Delft** follows.
Legal basis
Regulated in:
- **Wajong** (art. 14-15).
- **Wajong Decree** (sustainability conditions).
- **UWV Policy** (assessment criteria).
When in Delft?
In the **intake phase** with the UWV advisor. Assessed:
- Medical prognosis.
- **Chronic limitation**.
- Duration >3 years.
Sustainability criteria UWV Delft
Sustainable = limitation persists/does not improve within 3 years. UWV applies:
| Criterion | Explanation | Example Delft |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic illness | No/partial recovery, e.g. rheumatism, MS, psychological. | MS patient Delft with permanent mobility problems. |
| No recovery | No improvement expected, e.g. brain injury. | Cerebral haemorrhage with speech limitation, UWV Delft. |
| Work limitations | Impossible to work within 3 years due to limitations. | COPD with severe shortness of breath, no sustainable return to work. |
Tips for Delft applicants
- Gather medical records (GP TU Delft outpatient clinic).
- Prepare intake: note symptoms.
- File objection? Contact **Juridisch Loket Delft** for free consultation.
- Hearing: **Rechtbank Den Haag, Delft location**.
Objection and appeal in the Delft region
Disagree with UWV decision? File an **objection** within 6 weeks with UWV. No response after 6 weeks? **Penalty payment**. Subsequently **Rechtbank Den Haag** (Schalijweg 294, Den Haag; district Delft).
Local help: **Juridisch Loket Delft** offers free clinic for Wajong matters. Call 0900-8020 or visit branch.
Next steps after assessment
- Sustainable: Wajong wage supplement + reintegration UWV Delft.
- Not sustainable: WIA tracking or WW. Reassessment possible.