“I had a private pension, and I struggled with jargon and didn’t quite understand how I got my money out when I wanted. Also not being good speaking over the phone. I made contact with Mr. Perry who arranged a home visit and went through all the paperwork with me. We looked at different places to move my pension. I can now access my pension as and when I want it also with the added bonus of potentially adding a high interest rate! John is amazing and I know where to go for anything I need”

“I had my own business, but my husband was deteriorating, and I was finding it hard to balance the two. John helped me claim a benefit so I could get help to be with my husband whilst I went out to work. John has taken the worries away about how I would manage my bills should I become unemployed”

“My partner became sick and over years we struggled in the house. We tried to get on under one roof but was in a low band. John supported us and was able to work with us to get in a band we needed to prioritise our move. Both me and my partner now live a comfortable life in a fully accessible flat. John doesn’t know how much relief he has given us and how we can now have a happy stress-free life”

“I had a bad time in hospital and needed help with getting power of attorney. I rang John and booked an appointment. Within 3 weeks we had a solicitor who came with John and helped me put this into place. I now rest easier knowing I have no worries should I become poorly in the future”

“Focus employment Hub has supported me in many ways, GP appointments, PIP appeals and gaining qualifications. This helped relieve financial struggles and get the right help for me. I am still working with John setting up my own business, watch this space!”

“John recognised my area of enjoyment in my life and we worked together to set up self employed as a dog walker and pet sitter. Letting me work when I could due to my disabilities and controlling my health and work life”

“John helped me at work. Working with both me and my manager to help me get finished up on the ground of ill health. This enabled me to focus on myself and my mental health. I am forever grateful for the impact Focus Employment Hub had on my life”

“Focus Employment has supported me as a disabled person both in applying for accessible benefits and also setting up my own company. My name is Leo, and I am the owner of Hand-i-Craft, a small disability woodworking business specialising in custom made furniture, content creating and selling my own branded products”

“John at focus employment gave me the confidence and knowledge to start my own business (Lara’s Den) selling girls handmade tutus and hair accessories. I’m very grateful for all his help”

“I have worked with John Perry from the Focus Employment Hub who helped me to set up my business and explore the different kinds of support that were on offer to me as a disabled freelance journalist. He helped me apply for the Access to Work scheme which provides support for disabled people who run their own business”

“When I first walked into John Perry’s office, I was struggling with anxiety due to my epilepsy.
My epilepsy nurse advised me to leave my job in a care home which was 12 hour shifts. It was no good for my health and I was on 70g of anxiety tablets. I’m now on 10g.
During this period, I was going to see John regularly and he advised me to be patient. I broke away from care work and it was the best thing I have ever done.
I felt like I was going to John forever, the day that my business was registered I was so proud of myself. John Perry you have been amazing for me all the way.
I say well done and thank you for your help, advice and support.
Maybe in a couple of years I will own my own shop and Sweet Tooth will be known all over Liverpool. I can’t thank you enough John!“

“In the short time I have known John Perry, I have found him to be a persuasive and articulate advocate.

On two occasions, he supported me at a very crucial and vulnerable time in my life. A man of delicate manner, he is candid and fair.

John has spoken for me after I lost my job due to a stroke and on another occasion, in liaising on my behalf for me in securing possible self-employment in the not too distant future.“

“The support you have provided me with has been more than amazing.

You have been able to be there when I needed you the most, especially at some last minute meetings.

The professional and personal attention you provide is exceptional …

Saying thank you will never be enough!
You have a heart of gold and you’re passionate about what you do! I can highly recommend your services to someone who really needs your help, especially where disability employment issues are concerned.“