It's been so long since I've done these. What are the most popular ones now? I've always gotten farmer as a result, but I have to live closer to the city so I can access the services I need so I've never found one that's realistic.
I've gotten to the top of two fields now and am trying to figure out what to do next that would work with epilepsy (and was part of layoff months ago). I saw this random YouTube video about a woman who started nursing at age 50 since those were the only jobs she… read more
When considering a career change with epilepsy, it's important to focus on positions that offer:
• Workplace accommodations (legally required for companies with 15+ employees)
• Flexibility with schedules
• Access to reliable transportation options
• Proximity to medical services
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I don’t know about a career survey, but I have been looking on job apps. I think they have questions for you to see how you will fit with certain jobs. I am 46 and want to go back to work after being with my kids. I’ve been diagnosed with epilepsy 4 years ago too so that is something I consider.
For me, I really stop and think on a specific career or job and see if I can picture myself doing that in the day to day. Then I’m looking into any education that I may need and considering if that will work for me at this point in my life, as well as what I will get out of this return to work.
I am Eligible for Dial a Ride. It is a Door to Door Transportation Service required by the ADA. It is unsafe for me to walk in the streets and wait at a Bus Stop, and obviously cannot drive. There is a $3.50 fare each way. My doctor wrote them a note to indicate I am eligible.
I lived in one city that had transportation for seniors. I was able to use it because I had Epilepsy!
I'm in the same position. I was in retail, can't really do that anymore unless I get a retail job that is very different to what I was doing and a lot more quite. I'm meant to be going in to either IT help desk or admin.