Astriid Challenge – Midway status report
As participants in the Astriid Challenge have reached the midpoint of the month it feels the right time to tell you about the status of the Challenge and some of the wonderful things we can do as a result of your fundraising. For anyone who has suffered a chronic illness the opportunity to retrain and […]
Lyme disease and getting back to work when chronically ill (Video)
Caudwell Lyme has hosted a discussion and Q&A with staff from Astriid about the support Astriid can offer those who are chronically ill and want to work. Astriid’s CEO, Steve Shutts, and Candidate Coordinator, Deborah Bircham (herself a Lyme sufferer) talked about how Astriid can support people with long-term illnesses back into the workplace. Lyme […]
Success Story – Finding Paid Work With Cerebral Palsy
Rory, who has Cerebral Palsy, was searching for paid work that matched his skillset. With Astriid’s support, he has now found meaningful employment where he feels valued and appreciated. “This will be the first time that I’ve ever earned any of my money through work. This is a very good feeling.” Rory has a background […]
Chronic illness and work – A typical week
Navigating work with a chronic illness can come with many invisible challenges. Pippa Stacey is a writer and blogger, who also works for Astriid as a Communications Consultant. She has ME/CFS, an energy-limiting chronic illness, which means she has to manage her time and energy particularly carefully to keep on top of her symptoms and […]
Astriid Challenge: Meet Martin Davies, Astriid Trustee & Challenge Committee Chair
Martin Davies, one of our brilliant trustees, is part of the Astriid Challenge and tells the story of how and why he’s joined Astriid on our journey to help those living with long-term health issues and their carers find meaningful employment or volunteering opportunities. Why are you doing the Astriid challenge? Martin Davies: It’s great […]
The Astriid Challenge: Meet David O’Farrell, Director – Public Sector (UK & Ireland), Salesforce
David O’Farrell, Account Partner, Director – Public Sector (UK & Ireland), Salesforce Professional Services took on the Astriid Challenge and will cycle to raise money for our charity over the month of July. His motivation? Give some of the fantastic individuals in the Invisible Talent Pool the platform to share the ‘song they have within […]
The Astriid Challenge: Meet Maxime Pommereau, Regional VP, Salesforce France
Maxime Pommereau, Regional Vice President, Salesforce France, is taking up the Astriid Challenge, and helping us raise funds to put people with long-term health conditions into employment. See below his reasons for being a part of the 400-strong group of wonderful individuals supporting us this year. Why are you doing the Astriid challenge? Maxime Pommereau: […]
Introducing the Astriid Challenge
Over the past year, we’ve all been trapped by circumstances beyond our control. For most, there is an end in sight, but isolation will continue for millions of people in the UK who have a chronic illness or disability. Here at Astriid, we know there are countless people with long-term health conditions seeking meaningful work. […]
Meet Patricia Clark, Astriid’s Head Candidate Coordinator
Patricia Clark, the Astriid Head Candidate Coordinator, is the person you want in your corner when you’ve hit a rough patch. Strong, resilient, and fun, Trish will never give up until her mission is accomplished. Here is her story, in her own words: Much of my adult life has mainly been taken up with teaching […]
Steps to maintaining a positive mindset when living with a chronic illness
Elin shares her experience with how to create a positive mindset when dealing with a chronic illness, to raise awareness, and help others who are in a similar situation. I’m Elin, a 21-year-old disability and lifestyle blogger, living with chronic illness; a vision impairment, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME. I write about living life as a […]