Asking for Accommodations at Work
In short: An accommodation is a change at work that helps you do your job. You can ask for one in writing. Here are example words you can use.
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What is an accommodation?
An accommodation is a change that helps you do your job. Examples: written instructions, a quieter workspace, extra breaks, or a schedule that stays the same each week.
Steps to ask
- Think about what is hard and what would help.
- Write it down. Email is good because it keeps a record.
- Send it to your manager or HR.
- Ask when you can talk about it.
Written directions help me do my best work. Could I get my daily tasks as a checklist?
Example request
Common accommodations
| What is hard | What might help |
|---|---|
| Remembering spoken directions | Written checklist or picture schedule |
| Loud or bright spaces | Headphones, a quieter area, or adjusted lighting |
| Changes in schedule | Advance notice of changes |
| Long shifts | Short, scheduled breaks |