SPMS DX and SSDI
 

Only needed treatment for flares for three years between my dx (2007) and now. I haven't had a flare in over 5 years, but my symptoms stay and have gradually worsened. In looking back I realize I had MS since my teen years and am 52 now so my doc says I'm SPMS.

Luckily, even though my sx continue to grow, it's mostly pain and my memory. The destruction of my memory caused me to leave my job in 2011 and I applied for SSDI, but was denied.

I've tried to go back to work in the Administrative field, but four agencies didn't take my calls after I failed miserably in the skills tests.

Now I am trying to find some sort of work I can do, and still make a decent living; i.e., not working at McDonald's or Starbucks. I've actually applied for this kind of work, but I have no experience.

Has anyone found a second career after MS derailed you? I am at a loss as to how I can use my remaining knowledge to make a living. I don't have the money to start a business.

Appreciate any thoughts on the matter. Thanks.