Aspirations

Aspirations is our way of keeping in touch with those we work with and those who support us.

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From injury to world competitor

“Aspire has made it possible for me to get this far with my skiing, and it’s changed my life. They provide useful and functional support which really makes a difference. I couldn’t have done it without them.”
From Injury to adventurous new dad

“Since receiving the grant from Aspire and getting the bike, life has turned itself around. It gives me far more independence. I can ‘nip’ to the shops, and go virtually anywhere I choose."
From injury to getting his wings back

“I can now use a computer like a non-disabled person and it has helped me get back to work. Aspire has made a huge difference by providing funding for my new equipment.”
Good work and the disability employment gap

We examine what disabled people need from the next Government regarding their employment and support into work.

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Our purpose

Spinal Cord Injury has a devastating effect on the 1,200 people who become paralysed each year.
Swimming

From the pool based Aspire Channel Swim to swimming the English Channel as part of a relay team, Aspire is known for its expertise in swimming events.
Technology that could help me

Aspire's Assistive Technology Programme enables everyone, regardless of the level of their injury, to independently use a computer.
I have a spinal cord injury
Job vacancies
Help with independent living

The Aspire Independent Living Advisors work in the Spinal Cord Injury Centres, providing advice and guidance to the patients and ensuring they get the support and services they need.
Eligible for a grant?

Aspire Grants are available to anyone living in the UK or Ireland with a Spinal Cord Injury to help purchase essential equipment.
Help with housing

Our Housing Programme provides fully accessible properties around the UK that can be used on a short-term basis whilst someone is adapting their own property or hunting for a permanent home.
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