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10 Christmas memories growing up with a disability

06/12/2021

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Christmas decorations at Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth

Emma Purcell shares a blog post she wrote a few years ago, in which she lists her favourite Christmas memories…

Lifestyle

10 disability horror stories that will shock you this Halloween

24/10/2021

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A pumpkin with a scary face carved into it sat amongst autumn leaves

Disability blogger Emma Purcell shares her very own disability horror stories that will terrify and shock you this halloween.

Lifestyle

Stopping the hero vs victim narrative for disabled people

21/07/2021

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Chloe Tear stood outdoors with her back facing the camera

Disabled blogger Chloe Tear explains why the hero and victim narrative should stop for disabled people and we should be…

Lifestyle

Finding the balance between sharing the positivity and reality as a disabled person

17/07/2021

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Holly, a visually impaired blogger, examines how she finds the balance between sharing the positivity and reality as a disabled…

Entertainment & Culture

9 influential disabled LGBTQ+ activists to follow this Pride Month

19/06/2021

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LGBTQ letters in rainbow colours help in someone's hands

To mark pride month, our writer Emma Purcell lists 9 influential disabled people from the LGBTQ+ community who you should…

Wellbeing & Fitness

ME awareness month: Danni Brennand on perfecting bed life

25/05/2021

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Danni wears a penguin hat and has a toy penguin rested on their shoulder. They are laying in bed.

Danni Brennand, a blogger who has ME, has written an article that includes many useful tips on how to live…

Lifestyle

Emma Purcell: news editor and feature writer at Disability Horizons

05/04/2021

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Two images of Emma Purcell - on the left 10 years ago at a party wearing a silver top and now a close up wearing a red hoodie

Our news editor and feature writer Emma Purcell has been with Disability Horizons since 2012. She shares some of her…

Lifestyle

Jenny McGibbon: challenging negative perceptions of chronic illness through my blog and graphic design work

20/03/2021

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Blogger Jenny sat on her bed wearing a black T-shirt that says exhausted just existing with her illustrations on the wall behind her

Jenny McGibbon, a blogger who has Gastroschisis, uses her blog to offer support to disabled people living with chronic illnesses.

Lifestyle

Using social media to share my experiences of having a visual impairment

17/12/2020

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A picture of Luke Sam Snowden wearing a pair of Ray-Ban RB3445-61 sunglasses, a Burton red crew neck T-shirt, a pair of Premier Man cord trousers, and a pair of Dobell burgundy patent contemporary dress shoes

Luke, who is visually impaired, shares his experiences as a blogger, showcasing how the wide range of social media platforms…

Lifestyle

Blogger Lucy Reynolds on perceptions and the representation of disability

11/07/2020

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Lucy Reynolds in her wheelchair in a floral dress in a large garden

Dr Lucy Reynolds PhD, who is a blogger, public speaker and disability advocate with cerebral palsy, talks about how her…

Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster
Discover the best drinks holder for disabled people, including the CouchCoaster and TableCoaster, designed to provide stability, prevent spills, and promote independence. The post Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly
Discover how to make Halloween more sensory-friendly for neurodivergent children. Learn practical tips to create a fun and accessible celebration that caters to their needs The post 5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help Expert Help with Filling in Your PIP Form: Tips and Tools to Simplify the Process Applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be overwhelming, especially with the complexity of the PIP form. If you’re looking for help filling in a PIP form The post Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World
Understanding the New EHRC Guidance on Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Employees The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has recently published new guidance to help employers understand their legal obligations and the steps they can take to support disabled employees, especially in hybrid working environments. This guidance comes as a crucial resource for organizations The post New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Decline in Accessible Black Cabs
London’s Accessible Transport Crisis: Decline in Black Cabs Puts Mobility at Risk A sharp decline in wheelchair-accessible black cabs in London has raised alarm among disability advocates ahead of a key London Assembly meeting. The Disability Power 100, led by Founding Editor Dom Hyams, urges London Assembly members to confront Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport The post Decline in Accessible Black Cabs appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.