By Elin Williams (My Blurred World) “I sometimes begrudgingly cast an eye over my blog’s archives, trying to pinpoint what posts shaped this online space into what it is today. I went as far back …
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CAN SUNFLOWER LANYARDS BE HELPFUL FOR PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA
From the ‘Alzheimer’s Society’ “Sunflower lanyards have become a popular way for organisations to spot if someone has a non-visible disability, such as dementia. But are lanyards the best way to get support, and is …
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By Martin Sibley “The way I describe being disabled is all about societal barriers. Whether from the environment, people’s attitudes, or organisational policies: these daily touch points make or break my ability to live a …
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This is Nick’s story “Today I have my own flat and I’m back in contact with my family” “About seven years ago my relationship fell apart and I lost my home in High Wycombe. I …
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From ‘Time to Change’ EMPLOYER EVALUATION SURVEY “We want to hear your thoughts about mental health in your workplace” “Lived experiences are at the heart of our campaign to end stigma and discrimination towards mental …
Continue readingTHE LATEST RESEARCH INTO RAYNAUD’S SYNDROME
From SRUK Research into Raynaud’s syndrome has often been conducted in relation to systemic sclerosis, however it is critical to remember that it is its own condition that has the potential to be extremely detrimental …
Continue readingACCESSIBILITY IN BEAUTY AND FASHION: WHAT I WANT FROM BRANDS IN 2020 AND BEYOND
By Elin Williams (My Blurred World) “I’m positive that change can be created in terms of accessibility in the beauty and fashion industries but, in order for that change to happen, we need to start …
Continue readingWORRIED BY MEMORY PROBLEMS?
From the Alzheimer’s Society Worried by memory problems? “Everybody forgets things from time to time. But if memory problems are affecting everyday life, it’s important to see a doctor. Whether you’re worried about your memory, …
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During the winter months our thoughts increasingly turn to those who are sleeping rough. Freezing temperatures and darker evenings make people who are homeless even more vulnerable than usual. Meanwhile, the recent festive holidays have …
Continue readingDISCLOSING DISABILITY-JOB APPLICATIONS
By ‘Access for Workplaces’ Applying for jobs can be a laborious process, especially as a disabled person. Many disabled people deliberate whether to disclose their disabilities on application forms, during job interviews or at work. …
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