{"id":7931,"date":"2023-03-01T12:16:36","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T17:16:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/?p=7931"},"modified":"2023-12-11T10:28:59","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T15:28:59","slug":"support-employees-with-ms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/support-employees-with-ms\/","title":{"rendered":"Working to Support Employees with MS"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Simple solutions can help businesses retain employees living with multiple sclerosis<\/h2>\n<p><button id=\"listenButton1\" class=\"responsivevoice-button\" type=\"button\" value=\"Play\" title=\"ResponsiveVoice Tap to Start\/Stop Speech\"><span>&#128266; Listen to this article<\/span><\/button>\n        <script>\n            listenButton1.onclick = function(){\n                if(responsiveVoice.isPlaying()){\n                    responsiveVoice.cancel();\n                }else{\n                    responsiveVoice.speak(\"Simple solutions can help businesses retain employees living with multiple sclerosis Employers who provide reasonable accommodations can help people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) continue to work and be successful at their jobs. This helps the employee be more productive and the employer retain a trusted employee whose accommodations have helped them succeed at their work.\u00a0 What is MS? As March is National Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, it\u2019s useful to learn more about this often invisible illness that affects more than 1 million people in the U.S. MS is an unpredictable neurological disease that interrupts the flow of information within the brain and between the brain and the rest of the body. Its symptoms can range from numbness, tingling, pain, and vision loss to fatigue and cognitive difficulties. Because of its uncertain nature, MS can have varying effects on a person\u2019s ability to work. However, people living with MS often continue working long after their diagnosis.\u00a0 Because MS is seen as an adult-onset condition, people living with the disease have often completed their advanced degrees and are moving up the career ladder. MS is often diagnosed in a person\u2019s prime working years, between the ages of 20-50. This brings unique challenges of having to adjust to a diagnosis during the middle of one\u2019s career. Over time, their MS symptoms can change, which may directly impact their ability to continue working in their chosen occupation or career. But thanks to advances in research, a number of interventions, including medication and lifestyle changes, have proven effective for managing symptoms. Nonetheless, negative attitudes of employers, individuals\u2019 lack of awareness of employment-related supports or rights, and failure of employers to provide reasonable accommodations can contribute to people with MS leaving the workplace. For example, MS-related fatigue is often misunderstood. A manager might think they know what it is like to be tired, but MS-related fatigue is different. A person with MS cannot just push through their fatigue with more caffeine or stronger willpower. If they aren\u2019t getting the support they need, people with MS might decide to quit prematurely.\u00a0 MS Work Accommodations This doesn\u2019t have to happen. It\u2019s important to note that there are many creative ways for employers to accommodate their employees living with multiple sclerosis. These include accommodating some of the most complex symptoms such as fatigue and cognitive symptoms, as well as both physical and invisible symptoms. These workarounds can help keep individuals successful in their jobs and optimize their employment options. The Americans with Disabilities Act\\'s (ADA) provision of reasonable accommodations has opened various new avenues of employment for people with MS allowing them to continue to work, either full time or part time, with or without accommodations. Some people may decide that due to their symptoms, changing careers is a way to help them stay in the workplace.\u00a0 An accommodation is a modification to the work environment or the way an essential job function is performed. These might include a flexible work schedule, working from home, more time to complete tasks, assistive technology, and much more. The type and need for a specific accommodation might also change over time as symptoms evolve. With the help of an understanding and knowledgeable employer, a person living with MS has a wealth of options for accommodations and continuing to work.\u00a0 https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xU2iMOe67Uw If you\u2019re interested in learning more about the ADA, the business benefits of disability inclusion, how to support colleagues with invisible illnesses, and much more, sign up today for a free trial of MicroVideos by The Diversity Movement. The micro-learning platform contains 600+ right-sized videos created so that organizations and individuals can learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the flow of work.\u00a0 Accommodating a trusted employee can also enable employers to keep an experienced worker on the job rather than spending the time and money to search for and train a new employee. The accommodation process is meant to be an interactive process between the employee and employer. The employee is responsible for requesting the accommodation and seeing the process through with the possibility of some negotiation.\u00a0 An employer does not need to provide an accommodation that would cause an undue hardship. For example, a reasonable accommodation does not include removing essential job functions, creating new jobs, or providing personal items such as eyeglasses and mobility aids. Additionally, an employer is not obligated to provide the exact accommodation a person requests, but does need to provide one that is as effective. One fear that is expressed by both employees and employers is the potential cost of an accommodation. However, according to a survey conducted by the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), most accommodations are free or cost $500 or less.\u00a0 Managing MS at Work Working from home is a common accommodation request. For individuals with MS, working from home could mean the difference between continuing to work or not working altogether. By eliminating their daily commute, employees experiencing fatigue can conserve their energy and concentrate on work instead of driving. Technological advancements have increased telework options and expanded opportunities for people with disabilities. Allowing work from home can accommodate MS symptoms and can boost morale and productivity, making the practice a win-win for the employee and employer.\u00a0\u00a0 It\u2019s important to emphasize that MS affects people in unpredictable ways, with symptoms, severity, and duration varying from person to person. Some individuals might be symptom-free for much of their lives; others might have severe symptoms that never go away. With such an unpredictable illness, employers or coworkers might not understand the needs of a person with MS. If their symptoms are invisible or are in remission, an individual might be told, \u201cBut you look so good.\u201d This attitude can prevent people with MS from asking for help when they really need it. They fear people won\u2019t believe they have a real medical problem.\u00a0 All employees have a right to be respected at work and to be given the tools they need to be successful. For people with MS, reasonable accommodations allow them to continue to show up to work, be productive and contribute in meaningful ways. An inclusive, people-first workplace culture can also boost happiness and lessen stress, both of which have shown to reduce symptoms of MS.\u00a0 Employers who are looking for ways to support their employees with MS are encouraged to contact the Job Accommodation Network. Individuals with MS can reach out to the National MS Society at 1-800-344-4867 and speak with a member of the Benefits and Employment Support Team. The Society has information related to employment on its website, including a brochure, \u201cThe Win-Win Approach to Reasonable Accommodations.\u201d For more information, please visit www.nationalmssociety.org\/employment.\u00a0 Christina L. Foster is a manager of the Benefits & Employment Support Team at the National MS Society. Her background is in vocational counseling, and she is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).\u00a0\", \"US English Male\");\n                }\n            };\n        <\/script>\n    <\/br><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers who provide reasonable accommodations can help people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) continue to work and be successful at their jobs. This helps the employee be more productive and the employer retain a trusted employee whose accommodations have helped them succeed at their work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What is MS?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As March is National Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, it\u2019s useful to learn more about this often invisible illness that affects more than 1 million people in the U.S. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/What-is-MS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an unpredictable neurological disease that interrupts the flow of information within the brain and between the brain and the rest of the body. Its symptoms can range from numbness, tingling, pain, and vision loss to fatigue and cognitive difficulties. Because of its uncertain nature, MS can have varying effects on a person\u2019s ability to work. However, people living with MS often continue working long after their diagnosis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7937 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Young woman sleeping on couch in daytime, relaxing after computer work \" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-scaled-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-831554188-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because MS is seen as an adult-onset condition, people living with the disease have often completed their advanced degrees and are moving up the career ladder. MS is often diagnosed in a person\u2019s prime working years, between the ages of 20-50. This brings unique challenges of having to adjust to a diagnosis during the middle of one\u2019s career. Over time, their MS symptoms can change, which may directly impact their ability to continue working in their chosen occupation or career. But thanks to advances in research, a number of interventions, including medication and lifestyle changes, have proven effective for managing symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonetheless, negative attitudes of employers, individuals\u2019 lack of awareness of employment-related supports or rights, and failure of employers to provide reasonable accommodations can contribute to people with MS leaving the workplace. For example, MS-related fatigue is often misunderstood. A manager might think they know what it is like to be tired, but MS-related fatigue is different. A person with MS cannot just push through their fatigue with more caffeine or stronger willpower. If they aren\u2019t getting the support they need, people with MS might decide to quit prematurely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/library\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8874 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-B-1024x341.png\" alt=\"TDM Library. Your one-stop-shop for update DEI Resources. Explore with a free trial. Click here to learn more.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-B-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-B-600x200.png 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-B-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-B-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/NEW-TDM-Library-Display-Ad_Large-B.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/341;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>MS Work Accommodations<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This doesn\u2019t have to happen. It\u2019s important to note that there are many creative ways for employers to accommodate their employees living with multiple sclerosis. These include accommodating some of the most complex symptoms such as fatigue and cognitive symptoms, as well as both physical and invisible symptoms. These workarounds can help keep individuals successful in their jobs and optimize their employment options. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/law-and-regs\/ada\/#subchapter-i---employment-title-i\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Americans with Disabilities Act&#8217;s (ADA)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provision of reasonable accommodations has opened various new avenues of employment for people with MS allowing them to continue to work, either full time or part time, with or without accommodations. Some people may decide that due to their symptoms, changing careers is a way to help them stay in the workplace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An accommodation is a modification to the work environment or the way an essential job function is performed. These might include a flexible work schedule, working from home, more time to complete tasks, assistive technology, and much more. The type and need for a specific accommodation might also change over time as symptoms evolve. With the help of an understanding and knowledgeable employer, a person living with MS has a wealth of options for accommodations and continuing to work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe title=\"How Can You Support Colleagues with Invisible Illnesses? | Microlearning\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xU2iMOe67Uw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6><em>If you\u2019re interested in learning more about the ADA, the business benefits of disability inclusion, how to support colleagues with invisible illnesses, and much more, sign up today for a free trial of <a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/microvideos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MicroVideos by The Diversity Movement<\/a>. The micro-learning platform contains 600+ right-sized videos created so that organizations and individuals can learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the flow of work.\u00a0<\/em><\/h6>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accommodating a trusted employee can also enable employers to keep an experienced worker on the job rather than spending the time and money to search for and train a new employee. The accommodation process is meant to be an interactive process between the employee and employer. The employee is responsible for requesting the accommodation and seeing the process through with the possibility of some negotiation.\u00a0 An employer does not need to provide an accommodation that would cause an undue hardship. For example, a reasonable accommodation does not include removing essential job functions, creating new jobs, or providing personal items such as eyeglasses and mobility aids. Additionally, an employer is not obligated to provide the exact accommodation a person requests, but does need to provide one that is as effective. One fear that is expressed by both employees and employers is the potential cost of an accommodation. However, according to a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/askjan.org\/topics\/costs.cfm?csSearch=4385933_1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> conducted by the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), most accommodations are free or cost $500 or less.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Managing MS at Work<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7933 size-large lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Disabled young African-American male meeting the deadline working at home using laptop.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-scaled-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1364833069-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working from home is a common accommodation request. For individuals with MS, working from home could mean the difference between continuing to work or not working altogether. By eliminating their daily commute, employees experiencing fatigue can conserve their energy and concentrate on work instead of driving. Technological advancements have increased telework options and expanded opportunities for people with disabilities. Allowing work from home can accommodate MS symptoms and can boost morale and productivity, making the practice a win-win for the employee and employer.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to emphasize that MS affects people in unpredictable ways, with symptoms, severity, and duration varying from person to person. Some individuals might be symptom-free for much of their lives; others might have severe symptoms that never go away. With such an unpredictable illness, employers or coworkers might not understand the needs of a person with MS. If their symptoms are invisible or are in remission, an individual might be told, \u201cBut you look so good.\u201d This attitude can prevent people with MS from asking for help when they really need it. They fear people won\u2019t believe they have a real medical problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All employees have a right to be respected at work and to be given the tools they need to be successful. For people with MS, reasonable accommodations allow them to continue to show up to work, be productive and contribute in meaningful ways. An inclusive, people-first workplace culture can also boost happiness and lessen stress, both of which have shown to reduce symptoms of MS.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers who are looking for ways to support their employees with MS are encouraged to contact the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.askjan.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job Accommodation Network.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Individuals with MS can reach out to the National MS Society at 1-800-344-4867 and speak with a member of the Benefits and Employment Support Team. The Society has information related to employment on its website, including a brochure, \u201cThe Win-Win Approach to Reasonable Accommodations.\u201d For more information, please visit <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/employment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.nationalmssociety.org\/employment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/employment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7936 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/MS-Society-logo-300x62.png\" alt=\"MS Society logo\" width=\"300\" height=\"62\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/MS-Society-logo-300x62.png 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/MS-Society-logo-600x124.png 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/MS-Society-logo.png 752w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/62;\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/library\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8047 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-B-1024x85.png\" alt=\"Display ad for TDM Library. Text says &quot;Find more content like this in TDM Library. Start my free trial&quot;\" width=\"1024\" height=\"85\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-B-1024x85.png 1024w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-B-600x50.png 600w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-B-300x25.png 300w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-B-768x64.png 768w, https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/TDM-Library-Footer-Ad-B.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/85;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Christina L. 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