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Disabled Guides & Advice

Practical guides on PIP, grants, discounts, and accessible living. Expert advice to help you get the support you deserve.

Accessible venues UK shown in Sociability app helping disabled people find places with verified accessibility information for easier planning and independence with Purpl discounts.

Finding accessible places with Sociability app

Sociability app helps disabled people find accessible places with verified, real-world information, making it easier to plan outings with confidence.

Georgina Grogan, Sociability
Georgina Grogan, Sociability

April 16, 2026

Woman with long term health condition reviewing ESA50 form after SSP ends UK disability benefits support.

What happens when your SSP ends and you claim ESA?

SSP ending? Here’s exactly what happens when you claim ESA, including assessments, payments, and what to expect next.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

April 15, 2026

Wheelchair user applying online for disability grants in the UK to help with extra costs of living with a disability and long term health conditions using Purpl discounts.

Top 10 grants for disabled people in the UK (2026 Edition)

Last reviewed: 9 April 2026Applies to: UKWritten by: Georgina, Founder of Purpl If you are disabled or living with a long-term health condition in the UK, grants can be a lifeline. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid. They are designed to help cover the “Disability Price Tag” – the average £1,095 extra […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

April 9, 2026

Disabled person using grab rails in bathroom showing accessible home adaptations and safety equipment for people with long term health conditions in the UK.

Free equipment for disabled people: what councils and the NHS provide

Learn what free disability equipment you can get in the UK from councils and the NHS, how to apply, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

April 8, 2026

Disabled people taking part in a supportive community activity, representing UK disability grants, financial support, and Purpl discounts helping improve independence and wellbeing.

Why we’ve launched the Purpl community grant fund and how to apply

The Purpl Community Grant Fund is now open, offering up to £2,000 in financial support for disabled people and those with long term health conditions. With limited applications available each round, find out who can apply, what support is covered, and how to submit your application before it closes.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

April 1, 2026

Wheelchair user entering adapted Motability vehicle showing disability mobility support and rising costs impact in the UK.

Motability costs rising from July 2026: up to £400 more and fewer cars available

Motability users could pay up to £400 more from July 2026. Learn what’s changing and how it affects you.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 30, 2026

Disabled couple reviewing bills and budgeting on a laptop at home, showing debt support and financial help for people with disabilities

What help is available for disabled people struggling with debt in the UK?

What help is available for disabled people struggling with debt in the UK? Discover support, schemes and free advice.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 24, 2026

Man reviewing household bill at home highlighting water bill help for people with disabilities and long term health conditions through the WaterSure scheme and Purpl discounts.

Water bill help for disabled households: could the WaterSure scheme save you £325 a year?

The WaterSure scheme caps water bills for households with higher water use due to medical conditions or large families. Learn who qualifies, how much you could save, and what changes are coming in 2027.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 11, 2026

Older disabled woman in wheelchair reviewing an energy bill at home near a radiator, highlighting Priority Services Register UK support and accessible utility help for disabled households through Purpl discounts.

What is the priority services register and who can apply?

The Priority Services Register (PSR) is a free way to get extra support from your energy supplier, network operator or water company if you need accessible communication or help during interruptions like power cuts.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 3, 2026