Unleash your inner superhero

Join Independent Lives at the UK’s one & only disability sports series for the Everyday Superhero.

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Unleash your inner superhero

Join Independent Lives at the UK’s one & only disability sports series for the Everyday Superhero.

Working together to change lives

Independent Lives is a user-led charity working to change the lives of disabled people, people with support needs and carers. Our vision is for a fair society where everyone can participate and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

PA Pages

Independent Lives operate a separate website devoted to the management of Direct Payments and the recruitment of personal assistants.

Friends of Independent Lives

Friends of Independent Lives is our free membership programme which aims to allow as many people as possible to help shape the services which we provide.

Careers

Independent Lives employs a diverse workforce across a variety of roles. We offer our staff great benefits and career progression opportunities.

Latest news

Mar 20 2025

Care and support provider drop-in events

Personal assistants (PAs) providing care and support in East Sussex are invited to a free drop-in event designed to help you develop your skills, connect with others, and access expert advice. Whether you’re an experienced PA ...
A group of people gathered outside a building, holding placards and protesting.

Jan 29 2025

Independent Lives joins protest to demand fair funding for social care

Today, staff from Independent Lives joined fellow voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) learning disability providers, care workers, and people who use social care services outside Chichester County Hall to demand an appropriate fee uplift in ...

Sep 25 2024

East Sussex County Council to host personal assistant events

Two free events - taking place in October – aimed at supporting personal assistants and Micro Providers in East Sussex have been announced. East Sussex County Council has organised two events in Eastbourne and Bexhill in ...