If you or a loved one experiences, suspects, or are diagnosed with a disability you have a lot of questions and concerns.  How will your condition affect your ability to work or to care for your children and family members?  What type of medical care will you require and for how long?  What type of coverage can you expect from your health insurance, or, what kind of care can you find and afford if you don’t have health insurance?

It can be even more confusing if you don’t have a definite diagnosis yet.  Or what if your condition changes and becomes a long-term chronic or permanent condition? 

It can feel less intimidating to take a step back and break down your concerns into steps.  Let’s look at the first, immediate concerns that you probably have when you experience, suspect, or have been diagnosed with, a disability.