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Working with a chronic condition: staying employed

Tuesday 18 February, 6:00pm–7:30pm, live online, FREE

Join our employment experts who will share practical advice to help you navigate the challenges of work while managing a chronic condition. there are many benefits to remaining in employment beyond the financial benefits. Learn strategies for maintaining your career while managing your condition to help you stay working.

Working with a chronic condition: finding work

Thursday 25 February, 12:30pm–1:30pm, live online, FREE

Join our lunchtime session and get the tips you need from employment experts to find or change work, and understand the services available that can support you.

FACETS

Fatigue management for MS

FACETS (Fatigue: Applying Cognitive behavioural and Energy Effectiveness Techniques to LifeStyle) is an evidence-based program designed for people living with MS to help manage fatigue using 'energy effectiveness' techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy strategies.

Developed by researchers from Bournemouth University and Poole Hospital in the UK, the group program is delivered by trained professionals with no more than 12 participants.

The program

  • 6 x 90min sessions
  • Normalising MS fatigue
  • Fatigue management strategies
  • Addressing negative automatic thoughts associated with MS fatigue.

Cost: $150

FACETS Fatigue Management for Work

Fatigue is a very common symptom of MS which can make work challenging, however there are strategies that can help manage fatigue at work. FACETS for Work is a 6 week evidence based program that provides practical strategies and approaches so you get the best out of your work day.

This 6 week program in run online during your lunchbreak.

Navigate MS: Newly diagnosed

The Navigate MS Newly Diagnosed program provides you with the right information, tools and strategies to live well with MS.

Join an expert MS nurse on this four week course to build your knowledge, provide you with practical advice and strategies and empower you to take control of your health.

Topics in this small group online course include:

  • brain health strategies
  • understanding MS
  • navigating the health system
  • building resilience and accessing help and support.

When: Day and evening sessions are available throughout the year, register for the next available program below.

Cost: FREE

Navigate MS: Friends & Family

The Navigate MS Friends & Family program is designed for people who support someone with MS. You’ll learn about the condition, understand the supports available, cover practical tips to support someone with MS and discuss strategies for taking care of yourself

Over two 75-minute sessions, an MS expert will guide discussions, provide information, links to resources and answer any questions you may have. We’ll cover a range of topics including:

  • understanding MS
  • navigating the health system
  • where to access help and support
  • how to take care of yourself

Each session will focus on a different topic lead by the facilitator, with time to ask questions and share experiences.

Session 1: MS – your questions answered

Session 2: Navigating the health system and finding support

When: Day and evening sessions are available throughout the year, register below.

Cost: FREE

Upskill NDIS

Understanding eligibility and access

Upskill NDIS provides you with an overview of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), so that you can be more confident in your decision to apply.

Our team has supported people throughout their NDIS access journey since 2016. They bring extensive experience and expertise of the ever-changing NDIS landscape.

This 40-minute online lunchtime session will cover:

  • who and what is the NDIA and NDIS?
  • explanation of common terminology
  • what is a diagnosis vs disability?
  • what evidence is required when you apply?

When: Day and evening sessions are available throughout the year, register below.

Cost: FREE

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