As a complex and unpredictable disease, MS can have varying effects on a person’s ability to work. New symptoms might make you question whether you can continue working and, when those symptoms subside, you might wonder why you were worried about work at all.
Call an MS Navigator today at 1-800-344-4867 to discuss your employment concerns.
Below you will find resources that are available to help with employment issues you may be facing.
Staying in the game
>Find out more about topics in MS and employment
Disclosing Information about Your MS in the Workplace
>Should you tell your employer? What effect will it have?
Knowing Your Rights
>Understand the legal protections available to you.
Workplace Decisions
>Explore employment options and make decisions about your career.
Career Crossroads: Employment and MS was designed by employment and MS experts to help individuals living with MS remain in the workforce.
The program is a six-part series:
- Working With MS
- The Law's on Your Side (available as webcast)
- My Little Secret (available as webcast)
- Maximize Your Potential
- You're Not Alone
- Taking Charge
Contact the Blue Ridge Chapter at 1-800-344-4867 to request this self-guided program.
Education and preparation can be your most powerful secret weapon. The National MS Society is here to work with you as you navigate your employment options. We have the resources to add to your employment tool kit such as brochures, publications and videos; staff trained in employment issues; and education programs.
Armed with knowledge of resources and legal employment protections, you can set goals that are achievable, challenging, and exciting.