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Infographic titled “Neurodiversity & Homelessness – UK Statistics” in purple and red text on a light purple background. Section header: “Current Outlook.” * Left: A cloud-shaped callout reads “12.3% neurodiverse & autistic people are homeless.” Below it: “Compared to 1% to 2% of the general population (Autism Journal, 2018).” * Centre: A speech bubble above a person lying down reads “19% people who experience homelessness report a diagnosis of ADHD and/or ADD (Cambridge & Peterborough Insight, 2024).” * Right: Text reads “25,000 – 120,000 neurodiverse children live in temporary accommodation in England (King College London, 2025).” Next to an illustration of hands holding a small house. Section header: “Contributing Factors.” * Left: A speech bubble reads “Neurodiverse people 10 to 20 X more likely to be temporary jobs.” Below: “Compared to their neurotypical counterparts (Wiley Journal, 2024).” * Centre-left: An octagon reads “15.2% adults with ADHD have a higher prevalence substance abuse.” Next to text: “In comparison 5% neurotypical people (CHAAD, 2007).” * Centre: A speech bubble reads “Autistic people are 4 X more likely to be lonely.” Below: “Compared to neurotypical individuals (University of Swansea, 2023).” * Right: Text reads “50% autistic people will experience depression compared to 5% general population (Autistic society 2025).” Accompanied by an illustration of a sad person. * Bottom right: Text reads “27% neurodiverse people feel unconfident with money management (Newton Consultancy, 2023).” Next to an illustration of coins and a money bag with a pound symbol. Decorative icons include a house, a person lying down, a job document, a lonely figure, a sad face, and money symbols.
Neurodiversity And Homelessness: Key Risks Include Employment Gaps, Debt, Substance Use And Poor Housing
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Audio Description Awareness Day 2026: How Accessible Is Channel 4 Stream For Blind And Visually Impaired People?
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6 Ways Social Media Brings A Positive Impact To The Lives Of Disabled People
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Disabled Voices Sought In Wave Of UK Consultations Shaping Benefits, Mobility And Digital Access
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Living With Chronic Illness: Finding Purpose Through Social Media Advocacy
Top: text that reads Accessibility On Channel 4: How Accessible Was The 2026 Winter Paralympics Coverage? Bottom: Channel 4’s Winter Paralympics presenters dressed in winter clothing stand or sit in wheelchairs on a snowy landscape with a dramatic mountain backdrop illuminated by white streaks of light. L-R: Billy Monger wears blue and holds a microphone; Ade Adepitan wears an orange jacket and holds ski goggles on his knee; Dame Sarah Storey wears a cream jacket; Ed Jackson stands with his arms folded and wears a white ski jacket; Alice Tai wears round glasses and a white jacket and hold a tablet device; Sean Rose sits and wears a dark top and snood; and Jade Etherington wears a skit suit with goggles around her neck.
Accessibility On Channel 4: How Accessible Was The 2026 Winter Paralympics Coverage?
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How Trampolining Can Benefit Individuals With Sensory Processing Disorder
Three athletes in blue Team Great Britain jackets pose outdoors in a snowy forest, smiling and holding a large Union Jack flag. One person - Jo Butterfield – sits in a wheelchair wrapped in a British flag, while two others – Neil Simpson and Rob Poth - stand behind with arms raised, all wearing red beanies.
Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Highlights: Notable Milestones, Multiple Debutants And Human Resilience From ParalympicsGB
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5 Free And Accessible Ways To Stay Active With A Disability
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Crip Life

Neurodiversity And Homelessness: Key Risks Include Employment Gaps, Debt, Substance Use And Poor Housing

Neurodiversity and homelessness: Research reveals how employment barriers, financial struggles, substance use and poor housing increase risk, and explores what must change to better support neurodivergent people.

Entertainment Features
Emma Purcell

Audio Description Awareness Day 2026: How Accessible Is Channel 4 Stream For Blind And Visually Impaired People?

Explore the quality of audio description and screen reader navigation on Channel 4’s streaming service, how accessible it is for blind and visually impaired users, and how it compares to other platforms.

Features Lifestyle
Emma Purcell

6 Ways Social Media Brings A Positive Impact To The Lives Of Disabled People

Discover how social media positively impacts disabled people – from building communities and raising awareness to creating opportunities, sharing accessibility tips, and promoting inclusive brands – while staying safe online.

Lifestyle News
Emma Purcell

Disabled Voices Sought In Wave Of UK Consultations Shaping Benefits, Mobility And Digital Access

Disabled people are being urged to shape UK policy by taking part in consultations on PIP, mobility devices, digital ID and FND research. These opportunities could influence future benefits, accessibility and services—making lived experience vital in decisions that affect millions.

Health Personal Stories
Crip Life

Living With Chronic Illness: Finding Purpose Through Social Media Advocacy

Neve Collins shares her journey with chronic illness, from loss and stigma to finding purpose through social media advocacy and community.

Entertainment Features
Emma Purcell

Accessibility On Channel 4: How Accessible Was The 2026 Winter Paralympics Coverage?

A review of accessibility on Channel 4 during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, exploring audio description quality, coverage gaps, and the experience of disabled viewers.

Features Health
Crip Life

How Trampolining Can Benefit Individuals With Sensory Processing Disorder

Learn how trampolines can help with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), boosting balance, body awareness, and sensory regulation safely at home.

Features Sport
Emma Purcell

Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Highlights: Notable Milestones, Multiple Debutants And Human Resilience From ParalympicsGB

We round up the results and reactions from ParalympicsGB at Milano Cortina 2026

Features Health
Emma Purcell

5 Free And Accessible Ways To Stay Active With A Disability

In this guest article with Happy Hideouts, our editor Emma Purcell, shares five free and accessible ways to stay active with a disability without relying on traditional exercise equipment or gym routines.

Entertainment News
Emma Purcell

Ellie Goldstein Celebrated Strictly Success At Afternoon Tea With The Duchess Of Edinburgh

Ellie Goldstein celebrates her groundbreaking Strictly journey at St James’s Palace with the Duchess of Edinburgh, highlighting representation, inclusion, and the achievements of people with learning disabilities.

Entertainment Interviews
Emma Purcell

Everybody Dance: An Emmy-Winning Documentary Film About The Dedication, Determination And Community Spirit Of Disabled Children At An Inclusive Dancing School

Emmy-winning documentary Everybody Dance follows disabled children at an inclusive dance school. Director Dan Watt shares the story behind the film.

Features Travel
Harry Smith

Accessible Travel: A Quiet Revolution Reshaping The Industry

In response to new YouGov research for Responsible Travel on why disabled people are less likely to travel, freelance journalist Harry Smith examines trends in the accessible travel market and its prospects for future growth

Children & Young People Features
Crip Life

Happy Hideouts: Premium Trampolines For Active Play At Home With Disabled Children

Find out how Happy Hideouts’ premium trampolines can support disabled children through sensory input, regulation and joyful exercise.

News Sport
Emma Purcell

ParalympicsGB Confirm Final 12 Athletes For Milano Cortina 2026 As History-Makers And Medallists Lead 25-Strong Team

The final 12 athletes selected to represent ParalympicsGB at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games have been announced.