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A life in two halves – living with a disability
On this year's Day of People With Disabilities, we're hearing from Richard Farrar - an electronic engineer who had a life-changing accident.
Foothold’s carer stories – Sue’s 18 years supporting an engineer
On this year's Carers Rights Day, Sue Mack writes about her experience of being a full-time carer and the difference our support can make.
The importance of kindness
Andy Thornton, a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist, talks about what it means to be kind and how we can practice kindness every day.
The importance of seeking help – Alan’s story
As part of the #KeepTalking campaign this November, engineer Alan talks about his cancer diagnosis and the importance of seeking help early.
Make a Will to support the people and organisations you care about
CEO Jane Petit talks about the importance of writing a Will and ways it could help the people and charities you care about.
Considering your favourite charities in your will
In this week's guest blog, legacy consultant Christine Reidy looks at why you might consider your favourite charity when writing your will.
Making a Will – clearing up common myths
Jilly Sainsbury-Bow from Law Express clears up some of the most common myths around making a Will.
Working from home – dyslexia, distance and distractions.
On this year’s Dyslexia Week we're featuring a guest blog from Mamta Singhal, a design engineer living with dyslexia.
Foothold Wills awareness month is here
Did you know that on average one in six of the engineers we care for is funded by a gift in a Will? Fliss shares her experience with leaving a legacy.
Your stories
The way we have dealt with the last 12 months is with a positive attitude, laughter and not being afraid to ask for help.Sharon Monelle View story Read quote by Sharon Monelle
The financial support has alleviated so many problems for us. I can’t express how much it helped - it’s enabled us to live a life.Alan Monelle View story Read quote by Alan Monelle