Picking the Right Job
Choose a job you are passionate about and that meets your financial needs.
Think about how MG affects you.
Ask if the job needs lots of talking or heavy lifting.
Ask about job shadowing before saying yes.
Think about your work schedule and flexibility:
When are you strongest and weakest?
Will your job accommodate this?
Would your job allow you to take frequent breaks?
Talking to Your Boss
Consider telling your employer about your MG if you think you might need some help
They might make adjustments to your work environment
If your job involves driving to must notify the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) of your MG.
Under the Road Traffic Act of 1988, it is an offence if you fail to notify the DVLA about a disability.
Your Rights at Work
A law called the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects your rights including:
Protecting qualified individuals from discrimination in employment, public services, transportation, public accommodation and telecommunication.
Employers have to accommodate your disabilities if you qualify.
Tips for Working with MG
If you get tired:
Take breaks.
Change your work hours.
Maybe work from home.
Use tools like scooters.
If it's hard to see:
Use large print material or screen reading software.
Control glare by adding a glare screen to the computer.
Take frequent breaks.
Alternate covering one eye.
If talking is tough:
Use tools to help talk (e.g., speech enhancement tools).
Use written communication more (e.g., email)
Take frequent breaks.
If hands are weak:
Get an ergonomic workstation.
Use special tools (e.g., arm supports, writing and grip aids)
Ask for a note taker.
If moving is hard:
Ask for parking close to the worksite.
Make sure equipment at the workstation is within reach.
Move the workstation close to break rooms.
More information
To get access more resources to help visit the “Employment” section here
To read more about your employment rights read more here
Disclaimer
Content has been taken from MGFA, adapted and clinically reviewed for accuracy.