Trusted expertise. Meaningful visibility. A stronger community.

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Ablepreneurs® Trusted Partners are independent experts and organisations whose knowledge, services, and values can help disabled, chronically ill, and neurodivergent people connect, develop, and grow.

For our partners, it is an opportunity to build trusted relationships, demonstrate a genuine commitment to inclusion and become part of a professional network with purpose.

What is an Ablepreneurs® Trusted Partner?

Expertise our community can draw upon

Running a business, developing professionally or managing everyday life alongside disability, chronic illness, or neurodivergence can bring additional decisions, barriers and pressures.

Our Trusted Partners bring relevant knowledge and practical support into the Ablepreneurs® network.

They may contribute specialist guidance, useful resources, community sessions or independent services in areas that matter to our members.

Every Trusted Partner is an independent business or professional selected against our partner criteria.

They are not employees, agents or representatives of Ablepreneurs®, and members always choose whether a partner or service is right for them.

Practical Support
Inclusive Practice
Professional connection
Specialist knowledge

Meet some of our current Trusted Partners

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Amanda McKinlay
Gemma Davies
Diane Kirkland

Amanda McKinlay -

The Butterfly Room

Amanda is an award-winning well-being & creativity coach, artist and author whose work is based on her own health journey after being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2009.

Drawing on her lived experience, qualifications, and professional knowledge, Amanda specialises in supporting people with chronic illness and long-term conditions to reconnect with their creativity, rebuild confidence, and find a gentler yet empowered way to move forward.

Gemma Davies -

Wellness Without Barriers

Gemma is the founder of Wellness Without Barriers, an organisation that supports people living with disabilities, chronic illness, and neurodiverse thinking in building a healthy way of eating that works for their body and brain.

Gemma works in a gentle and flexible way built around real life to help reduce overwhelm and ease the pressure around food - without judgement or unrealistic expectations.

Diane Kirkland -

Budget Bliss

Diane is the face behind Budget Bliss, a service that helps busy households simplify their bills and stop overpaying on everyday essentials like energy, broadband, and mobiles.

Diane helps people save money in a stress-free, no-jargon, no-pressure way.

Offering support with budgeting and managing money, as well as creating additional income streams, to pass on the savings to your own friends and family.

What Trusted Partners bring to our community

More than a name in a directory

Our Trusted Partners help make Ablepreneurs® a useful, connected community rather than simply another online membership.

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Relevant expertise

Partners bring specialist knowledge in areas that support our members' professional, business and personal wellbeing.

Accessible learning and support

Through useful content, conversations, events or independent services, partners help turn information into practical next steps.

People who understand

We look for partners who recognise that traditional systems do not work for everyone and who are willing to make their approach more inclusive and accessible.

A wider professional network

Partners add new perspectives, resources and relationships, creating more opportunities for members to learn, connect and grow at their own pace.

Why become a Trusted Partner?

Grow your visibility by showing what your business stands for

Becoming an Ablepreneurs® Trusted Partner gives you a meaningful presence within a growing professional community while helping you demonstrate inclusion through action, not a vague statement on a webpage.

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Build relevant visibility

Present your expertise to a clearly defined community that may benefit from your knowledge and services, through an approved partner profile and agreed participation opportunities.

Strengthen your inclusive brand

Show clients, customers and collaborators that your business supports a professional network created with disabled, chronically ill and neurodivergent people in mind.

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Display your partnership

Accepted partners may display the Ablepreneurs® Trusted Partner badge for the duration of their active partnership, in line with the agreed brand and usage guidelines.

Share useful expertise

Suitable partners may be invited to contribute practical content, conversations, Q&As, workshops or community sessions where their expertise meets a genuine member need.

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Connect with other professionals

Become part of a values-aligned network where trusted relationships, collaboration and shared learning can develop naturally.

Who we are looking for

A trusted network needs the right people in it

We welcome applications from established professionals, experts and organisations whose services are relevant to our community and whose working practices align with our values.

You may be a strong fit if you:

  • Provide a professional service, resource or area of expertise that can genuinely benefit our members;

  • Treat disabled, chronically ill and neurodivergent people with dignity, respect and autonomy;

  • Communicate clearly and avoid patronising, tokenistic or “inspirational” messaging;

  • Are willing to make reasonable improvements to the accessibility of your services and communications if needed;

  • Hold any qualifications, registrations, licences or insurance required for your field;

  • Operate transparently, including clear pricing, terms, privacy information and complaints procedures; and

  • Want to contribute to a professional community, not simply advertise to it.

We do not sell automatic approval or unrestricted use of the Ablepreneurs® name.

We review every application, and continued participation depends on maintaining the standards set out in the Partner Agreement.

How the partnership works

A clear process from application to partnership

1. Apply

Tell us about your business, expertise, audience, values and the support you could bring to our community.

2. We review the fit

We consider relevance, professional standing, accessibility, values and any checks appropriate to your field.

We may arrange a short conversation or request supporting information.

3. Agree the partnership

If accepted, you will receive the partnership details, fee information, the Partner Agreement, and the rules governing the use of the Ablepreneurs® Trusted Partner badge.

4. Join the network

We create your partner profile, complete onboarding and agree how your expertise can be introduced to the community appropriately.

You will gain access to our community hub and receive a schedule of upcoming online events

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need personal experience of disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence?

Not necessarily. You do need to understand the purpose of Ablepreneurs®, respect the lived experience of our members and be committed to inclusive, accessible practice.

Does becoming a Trusted Partner guarantee clients or referrals?

No. A partnership gives you agreed visibility, professional connections, and opportunities to contribute, but it does not guarantee leads, sales, referrals, or any particular commercial result.

Can I use the Ablepreneurs® logo?

Accepted partners may use the specific Trusted Partner badge for the duration of an active partnership and only in line with the supplied brand guidelines. Permission does not transfer ownership of any Ablepreneurs® name, logo or trademark, and it can be withdrawn if the partnership ends or standards are not maintained.

Are Trusted Partners employed or endorsed by Ablepreneurs®?

No. Trusted Partners are independent providers selected under our partner criteria. “Trusted Partner” is not a regulated accreditation or a guarantee that a service will suit every person. Members enter into any service agreement directly with the partner under the partner's own terms.

Is there a partnership fee?

Yes. Accepted partners pay a [monthly/annual] partnership fee that covers an approved profile, badge licence, network participation, and agreed promotional opportunities. We provide full details before you decide whether to join.

What happens after I apply?

We review your application and contact you within 5 working days. If it seems like a good fit, we may arrange a short conversation or request more information before deciding.

Could your expertise strengthen our community?

If your work helps disabled, chronically ill, or neurodivergent people connect, develop, or grow, and you want your business to be part of a professional network built around inclusion, we would like to hear from you.

Apply to become a Trusted Partner

We review applications to protect the network's quality, relevance, and trust.

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