I am diagnosed with a non-specific learning disability which makes information processing difficult (both verbal and non-verbal) thus making grasping and learning and catching on both difficult and slow, I have trouble remembering things and makes information retention difficult or even impossible in some cases, and makes critical thinking difficult.

For five months I been working at Walgreens and at the point it is apparent retail is not for people with any kind of learning disability and I am in desperate need of another field of work but I have no clue where or what I can do that is accepting of people with a disability I mean I thought Walgreens was accepting or maybe it's the store I work because the management at the one I work at seems to be insensitive to my issues and not too helpful though it could be lack of knowledge on working with people with disabilities. What I do know they're getting very nit picky toward me over the fact I have a difficult time completing tasks on time and unable to catch at the pace they expect. The lack of understanding and support is taking a toll on my mental health as well I'm becoming afraid to do stuff out of fear of being scolded or written up for I been written up three different times already over misunderstandings caused by my learning disability and they just don't seem to understand what so ever.

So I'm asking and I hope someone is able to come long that can help I'd greatly appreciate it. What kind of jobs out there that are accepting and understanding?? P.s. I live in Tennessee (in the U.S.). Thank you

So it didn't work out with Walgreens and retail. Time to try something else. You're young enough that trial and error are okey doke. What it comes down to is that life is about finding out what works for you. My son has aspergers and works at circle k as basically a janitor. He's been there 15 months. He's starting to wonder if he needs to find something that fits his mental abilities better. My point is sometimes one has to put in the time and commitment and the answers will come. Just keep asking questions and trying. Defaulting to I can't do anything is a belief, not a fact. I see people with Down syndrome working. You obviously have a higher intelligence and capability. It's your beliefs about yourself that need to change. It's a process that requires time and effort.


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You definitely need a new job and to fill out the applications saying you have a learning disability. Legally they can't discriminate based on any disability, they can get in trouble for that.

Same way you found your job I think you can find another. Try job fairs where you fill out applications and interview on the spot usually with a group. Google is your friend

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Consider contacting some not for profits that specialize in helping those with conditions that make it harder for them to assimilate into the "regular" workforce.  Some of these groups provide training, job placement services, job themselves, and other assistance.  Also contact social service agencies.

Goodwill (the public best knows them for their thrift shops) may be one group to contact.


Chrissy

Quote from: EmilyRyan on March 25, 2018, 01:38:07 AM
I am diagnosed with a non-specific learning disability which makes information processing difficult (both verbal and non-verbal) thus making grasping and learning and catching on both difficult and slow, I have trouble remembering things and makes information retention difficult or even impossible in some cases, and makes critical thinking difficult.

For five months I been working at Walgreens and at the point it is apparent retail is not for people with any kind of learning disability and I am in desperate need of another field of work but I have no clue where or what I can do that is accepting of people with a disability I mean I thought Walgreens was accepting or maybe it's the store I work because the management at the one I work at seems to be insensitive to my issues and not too helpful though it could be lack of knowledge on working with people with disabilities. What I do know they're getting very nit picky toward me over the fact I have a difficult time completing tasks on time and unable to catch at the pace they expect. The lack of understanding and support is taking a toll on my mental health as well I'm becoming afraid to do stuff out of fear of being scolded or written up for I been written up three different times already over misunderstandings caused by my learning disability and they just don't seem to understand what so ever.

So I'm asking and I hope someone is able to come long that can help I'd greatly appreciate it. What kind of jobs out there that are accepting and understanding?? P.s. I live in Tennessee (in the U.S.). Thank you

P.S.  I wish you the best results.

Chrissy

I'd suggest factory work. You basically learn one thing, and then you're left alone to do it.

Have you tried restaurant work?

Delivery or cleaning work?

Stocking grocery or other retail shelves to replenish merchandise?  (Often, but not always, this is 2nd or 3rd shift work)


Chrissy

Quote from: ChrissyRyan on March 25, 2018, 11:50:12 AM
Consider contacting some not for profits that specialize in helping those with conditions that make it harder for them to assimilate into the "regular" workforce.  Some of these groups provide training, job placement services, job themselves, and other assistance.  Also contact social service agencies.

Goodwill (the public best knows them for their thrift shops) may be one group to contact.


Chrissy

Only one in my area is Goodwill and I'm hesitant because I used to work there and was treated like dirt and ended up let go because I couldn't keep up the pace of incoming donations. Maybe the job placement services is different ad hopefully much nicer??

I admit I'm clueless as how to proceed with all the suggestions given and a couple I'm hesitant about like doing factory work that requires the kind of pace I have difficulty keeping up (even with practice) and I worry about the same thing if I do a job where i'm just stocking. If management were understanding and helpful I'd have no problem and no hesitations. Honestly I sometimes wish SSI was easier to get and could live on.

Anyone know of any resources or websites that can be helpful in this situation??   

anyone???

Ok at this point I don't want anyone to respond to my questions I just want someone to freaking talk to I'm lonely af no one talks to me all my friends ditched me after I left college I have no one and the isolation is killing me 

I feel the same why have you tried responding in other posts too? Letting it out is a good thing. I can speak for everyone and say that we definitely want to hear from you and give our feedback as best we can

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Oh btw pokemon was my favorite game ever growing up!! I'd rush to get my first eeevee to clone multiples and evolve them all [emoji4]

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 love Pokemon still my favorite game series my fave is Espeon as you can tell 

I'd ask my physician for a referral to an Occupational Therapist as a starting point. Just my thoughts

Good Luck
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I loved Vaporeon because I wanted to be a water gym leader and wear a cute bathing suit lol

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