Very rarely venture into GD, but I remember reading Skywalker's original post from way back when and have read through the others now too. So sorry to hear of this mate, can't imagine how difficult it must be for you all
. I'm a Tesco worker too, and can say they tend to show bugger-all compassion to staff, even with cases like this.
Belatedly sent some money via paypal. Not as much as I'd like, as I'm mid-way through the pay month, but Every Little Helps! (d'oh!).