16 Jul Federal “Schedule A” Hiring Programs for People with Disabilities

Posted at 08:00h in Employment by Triage Cancer

Job searching for people with disabilities can feel daunting. However, a job within the federal government could be easier to attain for those with disabilities through a program called “Schedule A” Hiring. If you are a person with a disability and are seeking work, this blog...

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18 Jun What to Know When Dealing with a Cancer Diagnosis & Taking Time Off Work

Posted at 08:00h in Employment by Triage Cancer

When dealing with a cancer diagnosis and treatment, you may find that you need to take time off or stop working entirely. This blog discusses what you should think about if you’re taking time off for a shorter period, or if you are taking a...

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21 Mar Service Animals vs. Emotional Support Animals

Posted at 08:00h in Employment, Medical Care, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Do you have an animal that is part of your medical treatment plan? Many people with disabilities use animals for a variety of reasons. For example, a guide dog is a service animal trained to help a person who has a vision impairment navigate his...

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13 Dec Can Working from Home Be a Reasonable Accommodation?

Posted at 19:48h in COVID-19, Employment by Triage Cancer

Are you considering asking your employer for telework as a reasonable accommodation? This blog will break down what you need to know, including how the law provides access to accommodations. What is Teleworking? Working from home, or teleworking, has certainly become something more common after the COVID-19...

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26 Jul Work and Cancer: How to Get Help Through “Reasonable Accommodations”

Posted at 08:00h in Employment by Triage Cancer

Today, we celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990. The ADA is a federal law that protects eligible individuals with disabilities against discrimination. Title I of the ADA provides protections...

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24 Feb Were You Furloughed or Did You Take Leave in 2020? That May Affect Your FMLA Eligibility in 2021

Posted at 08:00h in COVID-19, Employment, Finances by Triage Cancer

Two out of three individuals diagnosed with cancer report a change in their employment as they work through treatment and beyond. Add in the COVID-19 pandemic, and many in the cancer community have employment-related questions. When you need medical leave from work to care for...

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11 Aug Sharing Your Cancer Diagnosis: You Have Options

Posted at 09:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Employment, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

The decision to share information about your medical condition with other people is a very personal decision. There are many reasons why someone would want to disclose their diagnosis, such as for support from their friends and family. But there are equally as many reasons why someone...

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05 May Understanding Your Employment Rights: Covid-19 & Cancer

Posted at 21:21h in COVID-19 by Triage Cancer

Triage Cancer recently offered a webinar on Key Changes to Insurance, Finances, & Work During COVID-19. Below are answers to some of the questions posed by attendees of the webinar. Note that Triage Cancer does not provide legal advice and the information below should not...

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17 Mar Worried about Working with Cancer During Covid-19?

Posted at 08:00h in COVID-19, Employment by Triage Cancer

Q: How can I request to work from home as an ADA reasonable accommodation with the health threat of Covid-19? I can work efficiently from home, but that option has not been offered to other employees at my work. As someone currently receiving cancer treatment...

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12 Nov Q&A: Applying for Federal Jobs When You Have a Disability

Posted at 08:00h in Disability Insurance, Employment by Triage Cancer

For individuals with a disability who are also interested in a career with the Federal government, the Schedule A hiring authority is something that should be on your radar. However, in order to become Schedule A eligible there are certain qualifications you must meet. We are...

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