Success Story – Finding Work After Cancer Treatment
Keep reading to hear all about Fiona’s journey of finding work after cancer treatment. Fiona is one of many candidates who have found fulfilling work through Astriid. Have you signed up as a candidate yet? “The key benefits of being back in the workplace is that it gives me a sense of purpose, and also […]
Why Is It So Hard To Take Baby Steps?
This blog post is a creative piece written by Astriid candidate and volunteer Lucy Judd. ‘Baby steps,’ I say under my breath as I try to lift a foot off the ground, ‘just take a step forward.’ But my foot is stuck to the garden decking, as though the wooden planks are varnished with some […]
Rediscovering My Self-Worth Alongside Chronic Illness
Today, Astriid candidate Lou shares her journey of rediscovering her self-worth and addressing her work-life balance alongside managing chronic illnesses and awaiting a vital transplant. Keep reading to find out more about her story! In May 2019, I was diagnosed with two rare conditions: essential thrombocythaemia (ET) and Budd-Chiari syndrome. ET is a chronic myeloproliferative […]
How can businesses retain talent in a post-Brexit and COVID-19 landscape?
Written by Astriid Volunteer Sabeeha Kassam. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) is a non-profit organisation that seeks to promote the interests of businesses. The organisation has highlighted a big efflux from the UK labour market of half a million people since 2020. Job vacancies are now at 1.3 million which is a consistent high […]
Making Self-Care Part Of Your Workday
Today’s post is by Astriid candidate and volunteer content creator, Holly Garrow. Keep reading to discover her advice for making self-care part of your workday! Self-care is important for everyone but especially for those who are chronically ill. We spend so much time actively looking after our physical health, that sometimes mental health can take […]
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 […]