Work & MS: Telling my employer about MS & Managing fatigue Webinar (LWUK)

You may be worried about how your employer will react when you tell them about your MS. But research has found that people with MS who tell their employer are more likely to remain employed, and stay in work for longer, than those who don’t.

We’ll be hearing from people with MS who have told their employer about their condition. They’ll share ways they navigated the discussion and share tips for starting the conversation with your employer.,

Hidden symptoms like fatigue can affect you at work, and can be difficult to manage. We’ll be sharing tips to manage fatigue in the workplace and some adjustments that may help.

In this webinar we will cover:

• Talking to my employer about MS
• Tips for having the conversation
• Telling my colleagues at my MS
• Managing fatigue at work

Our webinars offer a safe, fact-based space that you can attend anonymously. These events are for anyone affected by MS; whether you are living with MS, a friend, family member, carer, or colleague of someone living with MS or a healthcare professional. Our webinars are recorded and we send a copy out to all those who register.

What will I need to take part?

All you need to join in is a laptop/tablet/phone/computer with a stable internet connection to use Zoom, the video meeting software that we use.

How do I join the webinar?

Before the event, you'll receive emails from the LivingWell team and Eventbrite, which will have the link to the webinar. You can follow this link when the webinar is due to start. Alternatively, you can access it through your Eventbrite account.

When I join the webinar can other people see or hear me?

No, you can’t be seen or heard by other participants.

Can I ask questions?

Yes, you’ll be able to ask questions when you register but also during the event via the Q&A typed chat function. Please note we can’t respond or offer advice to questions about your specific circumstances or anything relating to your own personal health.

What if I haven’t been sent the link?

Reminder emails are sent to everyone who completes the registration form on Eventbrite and books a place, so please enter your email address carefully when registering. The email we send might go into your spam or junk folder so please check before the sessions start that you can find it. Alternatively, you can access the link by logging into your Eventbrite account.

What should I do if I can no longer attend?

Don't worry if you can't make it on the night. If you've registered, you'll get a recording of the webinar to watch in your own time.

Further information

We run at least one monthly information webinar covering a range of topics as part of the Living Well programme . You can also find more information on this subject on our website, or please contact our Helpline.

This event is free!
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