As someone with a chronic illness, I know how challenging it can be to navigate a job or career — especially when you don’t fall into the “norm” of other employees’ abilities or what non-disabled people can sustain long term.
It may take a lot of consideration, flexibility, and time to set yourself up for success, but that doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t be employed (companies would be lucky to have you!); it just might take a different process to find a role that works for you.Where should you start?
Let’s dive in. Do you know what kind of employment could work for you/your health? This is the first step and one that requires brutal honesty.
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