Posted on:
October 8th, 2024
Last reviewed:
January 3rd, 2025
Will I lose my job because I have dementia?
If you’re still working and have found out you’ve got dementia, it’s understandable that you’re worried about your job. Dementia symptoms can first become evident in the workplace, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll lose your job. You have legal rights – dementia is covered under The Equality Act 2010 and The Disability Discrimination Act 1995. Depending on the type of job you do, and if it’s safe for you to continue to work, employers should make adjustments to allow you to carry on working, once you’ve informed them of your diagnosis. Read our articles on working and dementia here and take a good look at the terms and procedures stated in your employment contract. If you need further information and advice you can contact the organisations below: * Citizens Advice 03444 111 444 * Access to Work https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work * Disability Law Service 020 7791 9800 * Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) 0300 123 1100Other relevant FAQs you might like...
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