Transition from Wajong to WIA Benefit in Tilburg

In Tilburg, upon recovery or after 2 years of Sickness Benefits, you can transition from a Wajong benefit to WIA (Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act). The UWV, with a counter at Schouwburgplein in Tilburg, assesses after 91 weeks of illness whether you qualify for WGA (wage-related, for 35-80% occupational disability) or IVA (fully and permanently incapacitated for work, over 80%). Prepare with medical reports, labour expertise and contact with the UWV Customer Contact Centre in Tilburg. Differences with Wajong: WIA is more flexible, temporary and strongly encourages return to work, ideal for reintegration via local Tilburg employers or Werkplein Hart van Brabant. Legal basis remains WIA articles 7 and 8. Many Wajong recipients in Tilburg report stress due to uncertainty; request information in time from the UWV or the municipality of Tilburg for free advice via the Participation Desk. Practical steps: submit the Sickness Benefits application to UWV Tilburg, undergo the assessment at a regional assessment office and consider objection via a local lawyer if it is rejected. Local support such as GGD Hart voor Brabant helps with preparation, which prevents financial gaps and may offer higher benefits in case of partial recovery.