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A smiling young girl with Down syndrome riding on her father’s back in a bright, cosy home with the text 'Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Guide.' Highlighting Purpl’s resources and exclusive disabled discounts to support families in the UK.

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9 min read

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

An elderly man in a wheelchair and a young woman working together on a laptop at home, highlighting 'Charity Grants for Disabled People.' Showcasing Purpl's support for financial assistance and exclusive discounts for disabled individuals in the UK.

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8 min read

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 assisting a woman in a wheelchair into a car, with a text overlay reading 'Toll Concessions for Disabled Drivers'

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Toll Concessions for Disabled Drivers: How to Save on River Crossings, Bridges, and Tunnels

A How To Guide to Saving Money on the Roads in the UK by Georgina from Purpl Discounts

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

December 27, 2024

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6 min read

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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12 min read

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

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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

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Revolutionary Help for People With Disabilities: Disability Union Alliance

Purpl and The Disability Union believe in the power of community and collaboration to drive meaningful change for disabled individuals and for us to achieve disability equality for all.

Disability Union

December 2, 2024

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10 Helpful Tips for Managing Your Money at Christmas

To help you enjoy Christmas without financial stress, here are 10 practical tips for managing your money:

Georgina, Founder of Purpl

November 29, 2024

A woman stands next to an older man seated on a mobility scooter on a dirt path atop a hill. Both are dressed in casual clothes and sunglasses. The horizon shows a clear sky and a blur of distant landscape beneath them. They appear to be enjoying the scenery.

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6 min read

Choosing the Right Folding Mobility Scooter

How to choose the right folding mobility scooter for you. A guide to mobility aids in the UK by Purpl Discounts.

Betty and Bertie

July 21, 2024