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Open to work:

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✨ Hi, I’m Sarah! ✨ I’m currently #OpenToWork and looking for a paid role to support the unpaid roles I’m passionate about — including being an Independent Visitor for children in care 💛 (I’m up to date on all safeguarding legislation and learning to drive to be even more helpful!) 🎯 I’m looking for: ▪️ Admin / Assistant roles ▪️ Sales Associate / Advocate ▪️ HR positions ▪️ Data Input / Analyst work ▪️ Acting roles too 🎭 📍 Based in: Newton Aycliffe | Darlington | Bishop Auckland 💻 Open to Hybrid / Flexible options 🧠 About me: I’m a qualified disability advocate with over 20 years’ experience. I bring knowledge, heart, and a serious work ethic — and I’d love the chance to join a supportive, inclusive team. Let’s connect! I’d be grateful for leads, advice, or a friendly chat. 💬 Thank you for reading! Now hire me — just kidding… but seriously, let me send over my CV and impress you. 🫵🏻😏 Sarah Wingfield 🌹 #HireMe #Disability #Inclusion #FlexibleWork #HybridWork #PartTime #JobSea...

The mirror I cherish:

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  I got this mirror as part of a set from my Great Grandma Dale. This is the only piece that survived the damp after being in storage, and I cherish it deeply. It always reminds me of her, and her love for the colour green. She was Scottish, as was her husband and their daughter, my Great Aunt Margaret. Just a little random thought for today. ~ Sarah ❤️ 

The Podcast They Erased:

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The podcast that they erased because I manage my disability with prescription cannabis: The Notes from the DurhamEnable podcast that was part of my employment support until it was removed, that Durham County Council doesn't want you to know: Podcast prep: Can you tell us a bit about yourself, who you are, any interests/hobbies? Hi Bambi, thanks for having me on the show, I'm someone who likes to make a positive difference in the lives of others, and I do a lot of charity and community work as well as independent disability advocating. On top of that I'm an actress, producer, author, artist, alternative model, music artist and more and I enjoy getting involved in creative endeavours. What is the nature of your disability? Mine is fundamentally a mobility impairment and chronic pain condition. I have a dislocated pelvis known as symphysis pubis dysfunction, a gap of 10.9mm and Ehlers Danlos hypermobility Syndrome amongst others. I'm likely AuADHD just waiting final assess...

The law is suddenly different for disabled people:

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 I looked on GOV.UK for support, but it doesn't explain how a disabled person can report discrimination or harassment — especially when the police aren't interested. When I'm ganged up on, harassed, targeted, sabotaged, and ostracised, I'm told it's a civil matter. But when three organisations made false statements about me to the police — that suddenly became a police matter. Recently, a false Community Protection Notice was issued against me. It was unsigned and undated, and when I contacted the police data department for ombudsman and appeal information, I was met with silence. All I did was speak the truth — publicly — about what I experienced. I left a support group because it was no longer safe for me to stay. After that, statements were made and used against me. Why is it only treated seriously when the accusations are against me — but not when I report what they've done to me? Why is my experience as a disabled woman being dismissed as a “civil matter” —...

Pursue Yourself:

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 Pursue yourself. Self-reflect. Set little goals. Celebrate little wins. Be kind when you make mistakes or struggle — you’re flawed, and that’s okay. Just learn from it. Let people hate and misunderstand you. Try to spread kindness where you can — it’s needed. Always speak up. Action positive change. Challenge what needs to be challenged. Work with others. Find your spirit tribe, even if it’s only online. Let others be wrong about you. Be honest in the face of injustice. Even if others laugh or belittle you — stand stronger, speak louder, and never quit. Hit pause, but never quit. Rest is necessary for balance. Meditate on problems. Relax and think about what is within your control to change. Never ask, “Why me?” Instead ask, “What can I do?” “What is this teaching me?” Your path is always the right path. ❤️ — Sarah 🌹 #positivevibes #positiveenergy #mindset #progress #goals #Support #positive  Alt text: Black background image with white text that reads: "Uncommon advice: If y...

A lovely surprise:

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 What a lovely surprise today! 🥹 I’ve been low on spoons, had to rearrange a doctor’s appointment just so I could rest ahead of my driving lesson tomorrow — but I managed to have a shower, so I’m counting that as a win! 🚿 Then suddenly knock knock — a very confused delivery man stood at my door. I was equally confused, standing there in just a towel (the glamour!) trying to explain I hadn’t ordered any food. 😅 Turns out it was for my address… and the name on the order? Peter, my boyfriend — you cheeky thing!! 😂 Honestly, I’m so touched. Thank you so much. I really appreciate the thought and the kindness. ❤️ Sarah 🌹 xx Alt text: A cosy, warmly filtered photo of a Greggs meal. It includes a takeaway cup of freshly ground coffee, a portion of seasoned potato wedges in a pink Greggs box, a cupcake with yellow icing and white sprinkles in its own packet, and a wrapped chicken bake. The wrappers are clearly branded with Greggs logos and product names. Decorative doodles of stars and...

Medical Canna UK:

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 Full legalisation with education and regulation like cigarettes and alcohol for medical use! 💚 #medicalcannabisuk #medicalcanna #LegaliseProperly #disabilitysupport #DisabilityPride #DisabilityPrideMonth Alt text: , The image features a background filled with green cannabis leaves. In the center, there's a cartoon cannabis leaf with a face, looking relaxed and holding a lit joint in its mouth. One of its leaves is shaped like a hand giving a thumbs-up. The text over the image reads: "WHETHER OR NOT I USE CANNABIS, I BELIEVE IN IT. I FULLY SUPPORT THE END OF CANNABIS PROHIBITION." The design and message promote cannabis legalisation and normalisation, regardless of personal use.