Cost-of-living research study

During 2023/24, Independent Lives surveyed and interviewed disabled people and carers to understand how the cost-of-living crisis has affected them.

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During 2023/24, Independent Lives surveyed and interviewed disabled people and carers to understand how the cost-of-living crisis has affected them.

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

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 ...
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Sep 10 2024

Neeraj’s story

In our latest story of Independent Lives, we spoke to Neeraj. Neeraj lives in Southampton with his family and has been a PA since 2019. While working in America as a dentist, Neeraj met his wife, ...
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Aug 27 2024

How the Paralympics have inspired and challenged

In her latest post, our comms volunteer Sarah explores the history of the Paralympics, the impact the games have had on societal issues towards disability and disabled people, and the challenges they still face. There is ...