Bringing MS to work: conversations, challenges, and vocational rehab

14/10/2024 1h 15min
Bringing MS to work: conversations, challenges, and vocational rehab

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Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39Are you wondering how to stay productive while managing MS? Perhaps you are looking for ways to disclose your diagnosis without derailing your career?  Then join us as we delve into the topic of MS at work.Hosts Nick and Helena explore the impact of Multiple Sclerosis in the workplace and share strategies for Bringing Your MS to Work.We have a jam-packed show with four fantastic guests:Dr. Blanca de Dios Pérez, a postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham, who shares her research aimed at helping people with MS stay in the workforce for as long as they choose with the help of vocational rehab.Amy and Sam from the charity “MS Together” discuss their personal journeys with MS in the workplace and the supportive conversations they have been having within their community.Jane, recently diagnosed with MS, shares  her experience of revealing her diagnosis at work,Tune in to hear these stories and get some ideas in managing MS in your  workplace. Let’s bring your MS to work!Episode NotesMS Trust web page on Working life with MS: mstrust.org.uk/life-ms/your-finances/working-lifeBring your MS To work Campaign mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/bring-your-ms-work - Fundraising Campaign from MS TrustMS Together mstogether.org/ - MS charity for young people with MSVolunteer at the MS Trust mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/volunteeringWorking life and MS mstrust.org.uk/information-support/podcasts/working-life-and-ms - Podcast episode about MS and your rights at work Other work resources that might be usefulMS Awareness Week webinar on work and MS: mstrust.org.uk/get-involved/ms-awareness-week/work-and-ms-webinar MS Trust web page on Working life with MS: mstrust.org.uk/life-ms/your-finances/working-life MS Trust web page on Legal advice: mstrust.org.uk/life-ms/your-finances/legal-adviceMS Trust A-Z Equality Act:  mstrust.org.uk/a-z/equality-actLaw Centres offer legal advice, casework and representation:  lawcentres.org.ukCitizens Advice: citizensadvice.org.uk/work/rights-at-workAccess to work: gov.uk/access-to-work/applyAcas gives employees and employers free, impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice: acas.org.uk/

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