Nick - diagnosed aged 40
1. Plan the basics
- review the financial situation e.g. ill-health pension review, mortgage review. Both you and your partner, if relevant
- ill-health cover for your partner
- take the long-term view, but consider the 'worse case' scenario
- is your current home suitable should you deteriorate? Think about moving or renovations to current home needed to make it suitable
- get a good, trusted financial advisor
2. Engage with support networks
- Berkshire MS Therapy Centre for therapies, advice and to meet others with MS
- Your local MS nurse
3. Plan some 'to dos' - life doesn't have to stop
- travel where you want to go whilst your mobility allows
- treats - concerts, sports events etc.
4. Engage your employer early to discuss a careeer plan, reasonable adjustments, time working from home to reduce commuting fatigue.
5. Engage your family and partner fully.