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Disability Living Allowance for Adults What You Need to Know

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Disability Living Allowance for Adults: What You Need to Know

Understanding DLA and its replacement, PIP, can be confusing, but staying informed helps you plan and protect your income.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

August 15, 2025

How to Travel Abroad If You're Disabled

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How to Travel Abroad If You’re Disabled: A Purpl Guide to Stress-Free Adventures

With some preparation, the right support, and a few practical strategies, travelling internationally can be enjoyable, empowering, and stress-free.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

August 15, 2025

WIN a Hoover HS5 Spot Wash & Dry - Worth £169

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WIN a Hoover HS5 Spot Wash & Dry – Worth £169

We’re giving away the Hoover HS5 Spot Wash & Dry, worth £169 — a compact, powerful cleaning machine that makes tackling stains and spills effortless.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

August 11, 2025

Young woman reading at home – understanding the DLA to PIP transition for disabled children and their families.

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DLA to PIP at Age 16: Parent’s Guide to Your Child’s Transition

Here’s your clear, parent-friendly guide to the DLA to PIP transition, including timelines, tips, and what to do if things don’t go as planned.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

August 1, 2025

What to Say on Your PIP Form (And What Not to)

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What to Say on Your PIP Form (And What Not to)

Filling in a PIP form is exhausting, and the way it’s worded can trip up anyone. It’s easy to downplay how much help you actually need or second-guess what to write. This guide cuts through the jargon and gives you practical, no-nonsense tips on how to fill in your PIP form honestly and clearly — […]

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

July 22, 2025

What Are Reasonable Adjustments at Work Your Go-To Guide

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What Are Reasonable Adjustments at Work? Your Go-To Guide

If you’re disabled, neurodivergent, or living with a long-term condition in the UK, you have the legal right to ask for reasonable adjustments at work. But what does that actually mean — and what are you entitled to? Let’s break it down. First Things First: What Is a ‘Reasonable Adjustment’? A reasonable adjustment is a […]

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

July 22, 2025

Twice The Fun Buy 1 Merlin Park Ticket, Get 2 Days Out This Summer

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Twice The Fun: Buy 1 Merlin Park Ticket, Get 2 Days Out This Summer

Book your Merlin Park ticket now and enjoy two incredible days out for the price of one, saving at least £29 per person.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

July 22, 2025

DWP Confirms Small Benefits Increase for PIP, Carer’s Allowance & More

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DWP Confirms Small Benefits Increase for PIP, Carer’s Allowance & More

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will increase most disability-related benefits by 1.7%, based on September 2024’s CPI inflation rate.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

July 16, 2025

Going Abroad On PIP The 4-Week Rule That Could Pause Your Payments

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Going Abroad On PIP: The 4-Week Rule That Could Pause Your Payments

Receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and planning a holiday outside the UK? Understand how it could affect your payments.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

July 16, 2025