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A mother and daughter are cuddling on a sofa, they are laughing, the mum has blonde hair and the daughter has pigtails in her hair and lives with Downs Syndrome, the text in a purple box reads Disability Living Allowance

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Unlocking Support: DLA for Disabled Children in the UK

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a benefit designed to help cover the extra costs that come with caring for a child with disabilities or long-term health conditions.

Dean Morgan

January 14, 2025

A white woman with a limb difference is sat at a table with a black woman, they are both looking at a laptop. the text reads Charity Grants Guide

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How to Apply for a Charitable Grant for Disabled People

Did you know that you could apply for a grant that you do not need to repay?

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

January 9, 2025

Man in a wheelchair looking up a flight of stairs, with a text overlay reading 'Disabled Facilities Grant Guide'.

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Making Home Life Easier: A Guide to Disabled Facilities Grants in the UK

Explaining Disabled Facilities Grants, a how-to guide to understanding and applying for grants for disabled people.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

December 23, 2024

Visually impaired man with a white cane seated at a bus stop, with a text overlay reading 'Disabled Bus Pass Guide'

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How to Apply for a Disabled Bus Pass and Enjoy the Benefits of Accessible Travel

Discounted or free bus travel for disabled people in the UK, the Purpl guide to applying for a disabled persons bus pass.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

December 20, 2024

Person transferring from a wheelchair into a car, with a text overlay reading 'Car Tax Exemption Guide'

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Understanding Car Tax Discounts for Disabled People in the UK

How to save money on car tax in the UK for disabled people by Purpl Discounts, saving you money every day.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

December 17, 2024

Young woman with a prosthetic arm working in a creative office space, holding a red folder, with a text overlay reading 'Access to Work Scheme Guide'

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How to Apply for Access to Work – Disabled People in Work

Support for Disabled People in Work in the UK through our Access to Work Guide

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

December 16, 2024

Three diverse university students in a library working together at a table. Overlay text reads: Disabled Student Allowance Guide

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How to Get Help as a Disabled Student – DSA

A Purpl how to guide to applying for Disabled Student Allowance for students in the UK

Sam Cleasby

December 13, 2024

Hand holding a note that says 'Save Money' with cash background, representing financial tips.

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15 min read

How to Save Money if you Live with a Disability in the UK

From PIP discounts to Blue Badge discounts and disability discount cards, here’s everything you need to know to maximise your savings and find the best discounts for disabled adults.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

December 8, 2024

Individual in a red hoodie waiting on a platform with a train speeding by. Overlay text reads: Disabled Persons Railcard Guide.

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How to Apply for Disabled Persons Railcard

The Purpl Guide to applying for a Disabled Persons Railcard – how to apply, who is eligible and more!

Purpl

November 28, 2024