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Reasonable adjustments at work

Marnee101

Hi all,

I am currently on sick note due to autistic burnout, I was diagnosed recently at 39.

I also have high anxiety and depression. 

I have a carers passport which allows me to work from home temporarily, which required a autism diagnosis to become permanent.

My treatment at work has been poor due to my disabilities.

I have an OH appointment, which I pushed for.

Whats reasonable adjustments can I request that have worked for people?

I struggle with noise, light, instructions processing things communication on calls. Some days I just have fog in my brain. Nevertheless I have still excelled at work through masking until it became too much this year.

Any tips would be appreciated?

Thank you all

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  • Hello,  I asked for an app for my ADHD focus which has been a godsend. its £100 for the year which has been charged back to the company. also noise cancelling headphones.  I have also said that I am happy to be at work, but flexibility around shifting hours and home/office working are required for times when I feel things are too much.  I pushed as soon as I had my diagnosis.. and stressed that although I had done my best, it was at a high personal cost.. so to get the best from me... they need to accomodate my needs now I know what they are. so far so good.  I really hope the OH appointment helps you.. as you really deserve to get the help you need to be able to keep going.  

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  • Hello,  I asked for an app for my ADHD focus which has been a godsend. its £100 for the year which has been charged back to the company. also noise cancelling headphones.  I have also said that I am happy to be at work, but flexibility around shifting hours and home/office working are required for times when I feel things are too much.  I pushed as soon as I had my diagnosis.. and stressed that although I had done my best, it was at a high personal cost.. so to get the best from me... they need to accomodate my needs now I know what they are. so far so good.  I really hope the OH appointment helps you.. as you really deserve to get the help you need to be able to keep going.  

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  • in reply to Maggiesfarm79
    • Hi there, that’s very kind of you. It’s so useful to know experiences of others. I’ve struggled all my life and often walked out of jobs, even with this one it has been a struggle. But now, I know my rights and will advocate for them. I struggle with communication over the phone, it has to be in text or sudden changes. Also light and sound sensitivity. I am currently off sick due to burnout hopefully they can have these in place before I go back to work. Thank you for the kind words and wish. Wishing you the best too.