Purpl Life

Purpl is thrilled to announce that our founder, Georgina Colman, is a finalist in the Leader category at the upcoming Disability Smart Awards. This award recognises inspirational leaders who are driving the disability inclusion agenda to bring about positive change and break down the barriers experienced by disabled people. The recognition of Georgina in this category highlights her […]

Everything you need to know about being a Young Carer and the support available in the UK

Sleep is vital for everyone, but for disabled people, a good night’s sleep is even more crucial. It not only affects physical and mental well-being but also plays a key role in managing health conditions and improving the overall quality of life.  As World Sleep Day 2025 approaches on March 14th, it’s a great opportunity […]

In April, the Energy Price Cap is set to rise again, we know this will be causing stress and anxiety for our members and so we wanted to try and explain what the price cap rise may mean for you and what you can do about it. On 25 February 2025, Ofgem announced a 6.4% […]

Hello everyone, After months of speculation and much worry and concern from the disabled community, there has finally been an update on PIP and Welfare Cuts for 2025 and I wanted to share the news with our community so we can begin to talk about the fears of disabled people in the UK. We have […]

Celebrating the Women Making Positive Changes for the Disabled Community

Today is World Book Day and it is a fantastic opportunity to encourage children to develop a love of reading. However, whilst today champions a love for books, it is also essential to ensure that the stories available to children reflect the diversity of society and that there is representation of all types of people. Today […]

Disabled people do not automatically get free prescriptions in England. This guide explains who qualifies, how Medical Exemption Certificates work, Universal Credit rules, Prescription Prepayment Certificate savings, HRT PPCs and how to avoid NHS penalty charges.