The Chronic Entrepreneur Helping People Build Their Businesses
Today we’d like to introduce you to Lisa Porto, founder of The Chronic Entrepreneur. Her mission is to help people with a chronic condition build a business around themselves, and she has recently written her first book (The Chronic Entrepreneur) to ensure her knowledge reaches even more people. Keep reading to find out more! Hi […]
Success Story – Finding Work With A Long-Term Illness
Finding work with a long-term illness can come with many invisible barriers. However, with Astriid’s help, Victoria began to secure interviews with reputable organisations. “It took me 20 years to get my first job. A lot of that was recovering, learning how to manage my illness well enough so that I could take care of […]
Becoming Self-Employed With A Long-Term Health Condition – Points To Consider
In this post, writer Hannah Emery shares some important points to consider for becoming self-employed with a long-term health condition. If you’re seeking meaningful work, sign up with Astriid today! Deciding to become self-employed instead of following the traditional employment route can feel like a leap into the unknown. However, more and more people are choosing […]
Introducing CISFA-UK: Chronic Illness Support For All UK
We have Miranda Hart to thank for introducing CISFA UK to Astriid. Throughout April and May 2020, Miranda committed to fundraising for both of our causes through her online shop, and made waves in the community as a result of her heartfelt advocacy. Intrigued by CISFA UK and how their wonderful work came about, we reached out and […]
How Do I Know If I’m Ready To Work Or Volunteer?
In this post, writer Hannah Emery shares her tips and advice on how individuals with long-term conditions can consider whether they’re ready to work or volunteer. If you’re seeking meaningful work, sign up with Astriid today! Taking the first step into employment or volunteering when you have either been completely unable to work or have had […]
Success Story – Finding Work After Blood Cancer
Cancer treatment and recovery can be a gruelling process, but many cancer survivors aim to return to the world of work. However, as Tim found out, finding work after blood cancer can be challenging. “It was a wonderful endorsement, just to be able to reach out and get through the door, talk to somebody and […]
Success Story – Finding Flexible Work In The Charity Sector
Finding flexible work in the charity sector can be demanding, especially for people with energy-limiting conditions. Keep reading to find out how Pippa went from signing up as a candidate to becoming part of the Astriid team! “Whenever I describe my condition to others, I refer to myself as an ’in-betweener’. I’m not ill ‘enough’ […]
Success Story – Recognising Your Employability After Cancer Treatment
Many people have concerns about their employability after going through cancer treatment. However, Claire’s story shows that with the right support, it’s possible to find accessible and fulfilling work. “I was very qualified for the jobs I was applying for, but I felt that I was being overlooked because I was declaring that I was […]
Eating For Energy: A Guide For Your Working Day
Food and diet are individual and subjective, especially when you have a chronic illness and specific dietary requirements. You know your body better than anybody, but today we have a guest post from trained nutritional therapist and blogger, Gillian Francis, about eating for energy. You can find more from Gill on her website! ~ The food […]
Working With Long Covid – Recommendations For The Workplace
This month, CIPD (the professional body for HR and people development) released a new report with the aim of developing a deeper insight into the experiences of people with Long Covid in the workplace. Today, we’d like to summarise what they found, and discuss how this aligns with Astriid’s own thinking toward long-term illness inclusion in the workplace. Why […]