Work from Home Jobs for People with Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a serious neurological condition that affects around 600,000 people in the U.K. It can be a short-term illness for some, but for the majority, it is a lifelong disability.
Living with epilepsy can be very challenging and it can cause difficulties in many areas of life. Those with the condition may not be able to drive, do certain activities alone, or work in certain jobs. This can often be a drastic change to their life before the diagnosis and therefore can cause stress and depression.
However, there are lots of jobs that will be able to accommodate someone with epilepsy and it is important to remember that working full-time remains completely possible with the condition. There is also a wide range of support that can help epileptic people enter jobs and remain at work.
On this page, we will discuss more about the best jobs for people with epilepsy.
Why Working from Home Can Help
As many people with epilepsy may have difficulties or restrictions with driving or taking public transport alone, working from home can be a very helpful option. After the Covid-19 pandemic, we have seen more remote work opportunities become available than ever before and this is a market that can significantly benefit people who have epilepsy.
Working from home can help epileptic people work more safely and comfortably. They can more easily avoid potentially difficult and dangerous situations. They can also set up their workstation exactly how they would like and however works for them and their condition.
Not all people with epilepsy may feel that they need or want to work from home. It may depend on the severity and frequency of their symptoms. However, even having the option to work from home some or all of the time can take some pressure away from them when they are struggling. Flexibility in remote/office working can be one of the best ways for people with severe epilepsy to manage their work-life balance.
Where to Find Accessible Work from Home Jobs
It is key that any disabled person finds a job that is accessible to their needs. People with epilepsy need an employer who will listen to and understand their needs, and make the adjustments they need to be safe and happy at work.
The best work from home jobs are, therefore, the ones offered by accessible and disability-friendly employers.
You can find these exact jobs through our disability-friendly job board right here on Careers with Disabilities.
Everyone deserves a safe and happy job, let us help you find yours.
