How I Manage My Money: 'Being disabled costs me an extra £1,000 a month'

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💷 How I Manage My Money: 'Being disabled isn’t a choice, but it costs me an extra £1,000 a month'

, surrounded by psychedelic interior design. One of my inflatable sculptures, called “Changing Places Argonaut”, was created to throw a spotlight on the need for equal access to toilets. One of my 10-metre inflatable sculptures can cost around £30,000 to build, and a bronze one I recently created cost £200,000 to create. My work is often funded by commissioners and Arts Council England.

Jason is so worried about the possibility of power cuts this winter, he has purchased a £400 generator to ensure his continuous positive airway pressure machine stays switched on and maintains his breathing every night Being disabled means I spend around £500 to £1,000 a month more than many of my able-bodied counterparts, according to research. Yet, I did not choose to be disabled and it is not a lifestyle choice.

I also have to charge up my powered wheelchair, and have a stair lift, both of which mean that I have no choice but to use extra power. I have to drive a large MPV, which can fit my hoist and powered wheelchair and costs a fortune to run.

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