For more information on MS employment download our publications:
Guide for Employers.pdf
Guide for Employees.pdf
Watch our short film regarding MS in the workplace. The film script was taken from an article written by Teisha Rose which was originally published on The Mighty. For more information about Teisha, her book 'Life Interrupted' and other articles she has written please visit www.livesinterrupted.com.au
How does it feel to tell your employer you have MS?
We spoke to three people about their personal employment experiences:
Sonja’s story
Amber’s story
Mike’s story
Introducing the MS Employment Support Service (ESS) Team...
The MS Employment Support Service (ESS) is a specialist Disability Employment Service available for people affected by MS. The service is currently available in the Melbourne and Sydney metropolitan regions, the Geelong/Bellarine region of Victoria, Tasmania, Canberra, South East Queensland, and Perth.. The MS ESS is a team of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists that work with clients in managing their symptoms at work, and maintaining their capacity for work.
Introducing Catherine Brooks...
Catherine Brooks is a partner at law firm Moores, a co-founder of an online beauty business, and lives with MS. Catherine is accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria as a workplace relations specialist.