Working and employment

Being confronted with a diagnosis of Parkinson's can be very difficult and decisions about employment can be particularly challenging.

Parkinson's symptoms can differ from person to person and are fluctuating - you may not have to change the way you work or your current employment. However, some people may feel they would benefit if adjustments were made in their current work environment.

Employment Guide

Our Employment Guide can help people with Parkinson's make decisions on employment, benefits and their legal rights.

The free guide contains advice on:

• Employment and Parkinson's disease:
  disclosing your diagnosis, personal statements, and remaining in control
  
  
• Disability Discrimination Act and Employment:
  reasonable adjustments in the workplace
  
  
• Practical help - Disability Employment Services welfare benefits:
  while you’re in work, before finishing work, and benefits after work
  
  
• Information for employers
  
  
• What to do next

For more information, visit our Employment FAQs page.