Aspirations

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

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Relay Channel Swim 2018

The Relay Channel Swim covers 22 miles between Dover and France. Completed in teams of six, each swimmer will take it in turn to swim for an hour in rotation until they reach France.
Francis Gough

Welfare Benefits Advisor
Loch Ness Swim 2018

Dive in to the largest body of fresh water in the UK and brave the chilly temperatures of Loch Ness.
I've never swam outside before, is it right for me?

I've never swam outside before, is it right for me?

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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.
Job vacancies
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
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.
River Arun Swim

Aspire's River Arun Swim gives pool swimmers the chance to have a taster of open water Swimming.
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.