A mother of three and public servant, Bec had always been active — commuting by bike, hiking with her family, restoring furniture. Post-diagnosis, she had to rethink how she moved through the world.

For individuals diagnosed with MS, deciding whether to disclose their condition at work can be a significant and personal decision. Understanding your rights and obligations concerning disclosure can empower you to make informed choices that best suit your situation.

While MS is a lifelong condition, symptoms can vary widely. This means not everyone with MS will qualify for the NDIS. Eligibility is based on whether MS causes a permanent and substantial impact on daily living. Even if symptoms fluctuate, you may still meet the criteria if the overall effect on function is ongoing and likely to continue. Understanding this distinction can help you decide whether applying is the right step.

‘While everyone was freaking out, I saw my MS diagnosis an important opportunity to reflect on myself — and spent those early days walking and thinking and reassessing my life to that point,’ Brad says
