Great question! Framing accommodation requests around how they help you perform your job is exactly the right approach. Here's a template structure to follow:
"Due to my narcolepsy, I experience [symptom]. The accommodation of [request] will allow me to [job function]."
Here are some examples tailored to EDS, brain fog Show Full Answer
Great question! Framing accommodation requests around how they help you perform your job is exactly the right approach. Here's a template structure to follow:
"Due to my narcolepsy, I experience [symptom]. The accommodation of [request] will allow me to [job function]."
Here are some examples tailored to EDS, brain fog, and concentration: For EDS (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness):
- "Scheduled 20-minute nap breaks will allow me to restore alertness and complete tasks safely and accurately throughout my shift."
- "Flexible start times will allow me to work during my most alert hours, improving my productivity and reducing errors."
For Brain Fog & Concentration:
- "Permission to record meetings will allow me to review information I may have missed, ensuring I meet deadlines and deliverables."
- "A cool, well-ventilated workspace will help me stay alert and focused during critical tasks."
- "Working from home on high-demand days will reduce sensory distractions, allowing me to concentrate and perform at my best."
Bonus tips when submitting:
- Have your doctor document how narcolepsy specifically impacts your ability to work
- Emphasize that these accommodations cost the employer little to nothing
- Reference the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if you're in the US, as narcolepsy can qualify as a disability when it impacts daily functioning
Many MyNarcolepsyTeam members have successfully used nap breaks and flexible scheduling as their key accommodations. You've got this! 💪
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