Post DEC - getting out of the house

[Mediman14]

I have a DEC. For me, staying home is not exactly a great thing as I get into my own head. I know I could earn 20k without being penalized. I have the opportunity for a casual job but I am not sure if I could physically maintain what is required for that job. My occupational therapist was trying to pint me into a volunteer position of some sort. The volunteer positions are meaningless to me.

 

[Gunnar]

Depending on the reasons for your DEC, have you considered cadets? Could be volunteer, CI, possibly even CIC. Bring experience to the table, limited hours, familiarish environment. Physical requirements are pretty light. And a chance to bring light and understanding to young minds. And bring some light into yours.

Not quite “casual”, but since the focus appears to be doing something occupational rather than financial, its in the volunteer spectrum without being strictly volunteer.

Of course, if you don’t like kids, teaching or have serious PTSD, it might not be for you, but cadets is crying for people to run QM, do Admin or even run units. Having a clue about how the Regs do things might help with understanding the bureaucracy and red tape, leading to a net benefit to the unit, and a sense of accomplishment because, DEC or not, you’re the guy who gets things done. On a limited work schedule.

 

[ballz]

I'm not familiar with the acronym DEC.

What geographic area do you live?

Also, could you start a business and keep the money within the corporation (pay yourself $20k and then leave the rest in the business). I know someone who is doing that.

 

[Teager]

I'm not familiar with the acronym DEC.

What geographic area do you live?

Also, could you start a business and keep the money within the corporation (pay yourself $20k and then leave the rest in the business). I know someone who is doing that.

DEC - Diminished Earnings Capacity basically unable to make 66% of your pre release salary.

Yes, it is possible to do that as long as you incorporate.

 

[Mediman14]

Depending on the reasons for your DEC, have you considered cadets? Could be volunteer, CI, possibly even CIC. Bring experience to the table, limited hours, familiarish environment. Physical requirements are pretty light. And a chance to bring light and understanding to young minds. And bring some light into yours.

Not quite “casual”, but since the focus appears to be doing something occupational rather than financial, its in the volunteer spectrum without being strictly volunteer.

Of course, if you don’t like kids, teaching or have serious PTSD, it might not be for you, but cadets is crying for people to run QM, do Admin or even run units. Having a clue about how the Regs do things might help with understanding the bureaucracy and red tape, leading to a net benefit to the unit, and a sense of accomplishment because, DEC or not, you’re the guy who gets things done. On a limited work schedule.

I am afraid that I probably would not be able to part take in cadets. I am not sure if my Med Cat on release would be ok. After having three hip surgeries, spinal surgery, shoulder surgery and a bunch of MH diagnosis I might be limited.

 

[Gunnar]

Can’t speak to what condition you’ll be in, but it costs little to ask. Probably, or might are the operative words. After all, you’re just doing recce, not implementing the battle plan. YMMV. Cheers!

 

[Chargersfan]

Out of curiosity, what do people who got DEC normally have for % of disability? I am at 80%. Would this put it in the realm of possibility?

 

[Teager]

Out of curiosity, what do people who got DEC normally have for % of disability? I am at 80%. Would this put it in the realm of possibility?

It isn't based off of % of disability. Read thru the criteria below.

https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/about-vac/legislation-policies/policies/document/1971