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Uk- Universal Credit guides
Understand the UK benefits system and what you are entitled to is very difficult, I have found these two helpful resources I thought I would share. This guide can be download for the cost of £8. https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/resources/universal-credit This is free tips and information particularly on moving from esa…
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Winter Heating costs factsheet
For anyone struggling with winter heating costs Age UK have put the attached factsheet together to help.
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Increasing Living Costs for disabled people
In the UK we all been told gas/electricity costs will increase in a weeks’ time as well as the extra winter fuel allowance been cut for many pensioners. There for it is very timely for Scope to put out there annual report highlighting how much more it costs to live with a disability. Disability charity, SCOPE, has updated…
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Banking Accessibility
Banking Accessibility Accommodations Do you have a physical mobility impairment and have trouble using the ATM? Do you have a vision impairment and don't have the proper accommodations in the bank to perform your banking needs safely and privately? Accessibility in banking is still not very inclusive for people with…
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Accessible Banking Sites/Apps
Was wondering if anyone had thoughts on Banking sites/apps and their accessibility/inaccessibility. As a small business owner I purposely selected my banking based upon how accessible the bank's website and banking are are. Does anyone else have any experiences?
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HSBC disabled employees too
It was great to see at last HSBC recognising it has staff with access needs as well as customers, let hope they can use there insights to deliver more accessible banking to all.
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Tax resources
Tax resources As the calendar flips to a new year, it signals that we have to get our financial houses in order. This is a challenge for everyone, but it can be incredibly challenging for those of us with disabilities. Here is a solid resource page from the national disability Institute. If you are a member of the deaf…
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The disabled tax affects all disabled people differently
The disabled tax affects all disabled people differently I often use the phrase “disability tax” to describe the hidden cost, both literally and figuratively, of living with a disability. This article from Business Insider does an excellent job illustrating this tax's tangible effects. Products and services disabled people…
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Financial Barriers for People with Disabilities
Financial Barriers for People with Disabilities There are a host of barriers that impact people with disabilities. The top 5 barriers to impact many according to The Life Span Institute of the University of Kansas include: Attitudinal barriers Physical barriers Policy barriers Communication barriers Social barriers Each of…