I know there is another cog fog item on the board, but I didn't want to hijack.

My memory problems took a huge rise in frequency and intensity the past 6 months. Both short and long term memory is severely impacted. I discussed the issues with my boss a few months ago, and he said he would let me know if it became a big problem. I don't think he's ready to get rid of me, but it continues to be an issue.

I'm really unsatisfied, lots of things at the firm are changing, who knows if its for the better, so making a change now won't be quite as hard as if I really enjoyed my work.

The thing is, I don't know what jobs to apply for. How do I know what I can handle? How can I keep my income near what it currently is as a legal secretary. I don't know where to turn. Do I just dumb down and apply to be a junior sect at some big company? Do I just try the same work with a different firm? I don't want to go through the effort of finding a new job only to discover my memory is an issue there too.

I'm not ready to retire, but I have to face the reality: some of the things I forget are important! The other day I forgot to get gas and almost got stuck on the freeway. (I thought I already filled my tank.) Then yesterday I left the heat on under a pan on the stove. Two hours later my son discovered it! And this morning I was standing on a small stool to reach something high on a shelf, only to forget I was standing two feet above the floor, and moved to the side; falling off the stool and nearly breaking my neck. Those things are a bit scary, and not a little depressing.

I'd appreciate any input on how to go about making a career switch.