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From Frustration to Award-Winning Silversmith
I’m Carol, a multi-award-winning silversmith and jewellery teacher based in Yorkshire. I work in solid silver, transforming antique cutlery into wearable art. As someone who has been disabled for a long time, I am dedicated to creating accessible and inclusive jewellery for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. I am a passionate advocate for […]
Carol
July 8, 2024
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How to Get Verified on Purpl: A Quick Guide
Welcome to Purpl. To join our community and enjoy all the benefits we offer, we need to verify your disability status. Why Verification Matters Purpl is a ‘closed group’ discount community for people with disabilities, created to help offset the extra costs of living with a disability. Verification is essential because it ensures that our […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
July 6, 2024
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Living with MS: My Journey and Advice for Others
Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a unique journey for everyone. My own experience began in 2003 when I was diagnosed with MS, though I didn’t consider myself disabled at the time. For 13 years, I experienced no visible symptoms and even doubted my diagnosis. Back then, the internet wasn’t the vast resource it is […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
July 4, 2024
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Living with Chronic Pain: Finding Light in the Dark
The Incident That Changed Everything In January 2013, a snowy night combined with a bit too much alcohol led to a life-altering fall. The surgery that followed to repair my damaged knee was supposed to fix everything. Instead, it marked the beginning of my journey with chronic pain. The aftermath of this accident left me […]
Paula
July 4, 2024
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My Journey as a Mum After My Son’s Epilepsy Diagnosis
The Beginning of a New Chapter Four years ago, my life took an unexpected turn when my son, then four years old, experienced his first seizure. The memory of that day remains vivid: he was bathing with his sister when he suddenly became unresponsive. His body went rigid, his colour drained, and his breathing turned […]
Nicole
July 4, 2024
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How I Found Joy in My Disability Journey
A Rocky Start In my twenties, life threw me some unexpected challenges. One day, while sitting at my kitchen table, I experienced sudden muscle paralysis. When I sought medical help, the doctors dismissed my symptoms, suggesting I simply “drink more water.” This marked the beginning of years filled with pain and uncertainty as I navigated […]
Georgia
July 4, 2024
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Are You a Premium Candidate?
I’ve always believed that most disabled people are premium candidates. Like everyone else, we have diverse skills, qualities, and talents. But in addition, we’ve developed other unique skills through living in a world not designed with our needs in mind. Here’s why that makes us not just good candidates, but premium ones. Why You’re a […]
Jane Hutton, CEO/Founder of Evenbreak
July 4, 2024
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Top 10 Tips for Finding Work if You Are Disabled
Finding sustainable, paid employment can be particularly challenging for disabled individuals, often requiring a more strategic approach than for their non-disabled peers. Here are the top tips from Evenbreak, an award-winning specialist job board run by disabled people for disabled people, to help you succeed in your job search. 1. Identify Your Strengths Understand What […]
Jane Hutton, CEO/Founder of Evenbreak
July 4, 2024
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Get That Dream Job, Asking For What You Want
Finding suitable employment can be challenging for many, but for disabled individuals, navigating the recruitment process and securing the right role often involves additional hurdles. However, asking for what you need and understanding your rights can significantly improve your chances of landing that dream job. Here’s how you can effectively advocate for yourself in the […]
Jane Hutton, CEO/Founder of Evenbreak
July 2, 2024