Support
If you find that work is becoming more difficult due to MS symptoms then talk to your MS nurse. By looking at ways to relieve symptoms you may find this has a positive impact on the rest of your daily activities including work. If not then a referral to the occupational therapist for specific advice and support with work (vocational rehabilitation) can be made. Don’t wait until crisis point at work before you let the team know there is an issue.
Other useful contacts are:
Disability Law Service: They have an MS specific advisor who can support you with any queries regarding potential discrimination:
Tel: 0207 791 9800
Email: advice@dls.org.uk
Citizens Advice Bureau: They can help with anything from welfare rights, benefits, housing and disability issues. They can also support with work issues.
Hereford Branch:
Tel: 0344 826 9685
Email: advice@citizensadviceherefordshire.org.uk
Access to Work Scheme: This is a government run scheme to help keep people with a disability to stay in work. You can make a self-referral on line at:
Email: https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work
ACAS: Works with both employers and employees offering impartial advice to resolve problems and/or conflict in the workplace:
Tel: 0300 123 1100