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Comment on How to or not to disclose a disability to a potential employer? by rwa000

rwa000 — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:06:52 +0000

the problem is if you don’t disclose it in the beginning then they will expect you to perform like everyone else, telling them after the fact you would not be covered by ADA because an employer must make a “reasonable” accommodation for your disability if you don’t disclose you would be hard pressed to get them to make the accommodation for you because you were not truthful rom the beginning and could be terminated for cause

Comment on How to or not to disclose a disability to a potential employer? by majormomma

majormomma — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:24:55 +0000

I’m not an advocate of lying during an interview, because the information will usually come out later and then you can be fired for lying on your application.

Create a resume and, in it, simply list the dates of service, your job title, and your rank at discharge. If you have to submit a copy of your DD214, do so without comment. If a potential employer asks why you were discharged early, simply tell them you had a service-related medical condition and that you are now cleared to work. If pressed, just explain that the military requires a much higher level of fitness than does a civilian job and that the medical condition will not interfere with your ability to do this job. Don’t go into details as to what the medical condition is.

It’s true that you cannot be discriminated against due to a disability if you are otherwise qualified to do the job with reasonable accommodations by the employer. However, it’s rarely worth it to legally pursue an employer who doesn’t hire you because the employer can also say that a better qualified candidate was hired (or give any number of reasons why you weren’t hired).

Hopefully, most employers will appreciate your military service and the qualities you can bring to the job. When I was a lab manager, I proactively hired ex-military because they didn’t whine, they could work well under pressure, were efficient, tended to be quite proficient in their jobs, worked well with others, and didn’t think it was an imposition to have to work extra shifts as needed. I also once hired a lab tech whose legs were partially paralyzed from an accident. She kept crutches in the lab and used them to move around, although she could stand or sit in one place without them. She was an excellent employee and kept pace with the other, more physically able employees.

Good luck to you.

Comment on How to or not to disclose a disability to a potential employer? by bschaf13

bschaf13 — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:04:43 +0000

If you are not applying for federal jobs or law enforcement jobs, do not tell them shtit. the can not find out if you have a disability becasue of the privacy act. so dont tell them anything unless you are with law enforcement because they find out everything. good luck

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by Bert Weidemeier

Bert Weidemeier — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 21:33:20 +0000

Actually, the most comfortable bed I ever slept on was a waterbed.

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by Tom

Tom — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 20:35:22 +0000

I think they’re good ideas. I wouldn’t want one, but for people who like to read in bed or watch tv they might be ok. I would like to get one of those beds made out of foam. I slept on one and it was the best nights sleep I had gotten in years.

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by Lynn

Lynn — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 19:43:22 +0000

Instead of buying a new bed, hospital type, or standard, try a recliner
first. I have used my recliner to sit in, and to sleep in for many years
now. They can be adusted to more positions than the hospital beds, and I have one unused. Having sinus and allergy trouble, I can keep my head elevated and yet, have the back support I need to avoid having aches and pains in my lower back. I have heard that many seniors also use their recliners to sleep in, for the most comfort with a low back pain condition.
We invested in a new comfy mattress years ago, but it soon
stopped being used, since both my husband and I preferred our
recliners. And when these wear out, we’ll just have to replace them.

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by jimmy c

jimmy c — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 18:47:44 +0000

I never thought much about adjustable beds until my dad got one and now I would never be without one. It has improved my sleep, my back, my neck, etc. After my dad got his, I got one, my 2 sisters each purchased one and several of my friends have been convinced now too.

So to answer your question, yes they are worth the price! Initially I got a standard one for the home that just lifted the head and the feet and it was good, but then upon further research, I came across the hi-lo type you mentioned and that is now what I currently own and it’s the best. It has more functionality and the ability to lower it closer to the ground makes getting in and out of bed so much easier and being able to tilt the bed makes things like working on my laptop and watching tv in bed a great deal easier.

The bed I have now is technically a bariatric bed which is made for the overweight and obese, which I am not, but it offered all of the functionality I desired so it works out great for me. It looks more like a hospital bed but once the sheets and comforter are on you can hardly tell the difference because you barely see the frame of it. There are a lot of places that sell beds now but here are the places where I purchased my 2 beds (same company but 2 different websites) and I can attest to the quality of their products 100%:

http://www.thebariatricbed.com

http://www.shuteyebeds.com

Sorry for the long winded response, but as you can see, I am a big believer in adjustable beds, so I hope I can turn you into one too because you will not regret it! I

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by Thomas

Thomas — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 17:56:22 +0000

They are too expensive and not worth the money, I bought one 5 years ago, wish I had never bothered..If you need your bed head raised, you can get a head rest/lift for a few pounds, bed foot lift try the Red Cross, or a couple of bricks, not very sweet looking, but does the same job… I have been getting out of bed every morning groaning and, moaning for years…But have bought one of those beds you blow up, for less than £29, with its electric inflater, and touch wood starting to get out of bed without a moan…

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by June smiles

June smiles — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 17:36:43 +0000

I have a sleep number, have had it for 6 years now, I only am sorry I didn’t get one when I purchased another ma tress a few years before!

Sleep number does have a model which has the mechanism for raising the head, and/or feet. I’d love to have that, but I’m just really happy I have a sleep number. It definitely has provided better sleeping and much less pain when the night is over.

Comment on Are adjustable beds worth the price? by Patti

Patti — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 17:36:14 +0000

I have to wonder if a lift and reclining chair would serve the same purpose for a temporary confinement. I wasn’t comfortable one little bit the one time I stayed in the hospital (maternity ward). I can sleep very well in my recliner chair if my back or neck is hurting.