Aspirations

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

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The hidden housing crisis; a parliamentary round table.

On 17th July 2018 Aspire coordinated a round table event in Parliament to discuss the housing issues facing disabled people in Britain. The discussion brought together Members of Parliament and stakeholders to talk about the problems and suggest solutions with the aim of influencing government policy.
Accessible affordable wheelchairs: a global challenge that truly begins at home

Making sure the world's disabled population has access to affordable equipment is an important goal
From knee injury to swimming the Solent

Following an injury, Laura is swimming the Solent
Family of four take on the River Arun

Roger and his three sons, Paul, Alex, and Julian are taking on the River Arun swim

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Our purpose

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

Contact details for Aspire and all of our services. We always welcome feedback, comments or drop in to us any time, day or night and we'll be happy to see you.
Aspire Swimming Challenges

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

View current job vacancies at Aspire, a national charity providing practical help to people who have been paralysed by Spinal Cord Injury.
The Big Half

Tempted by the London Marathon but not quite ready? Take on The Big Half and have a taster of the official London Marathon race route!
Our services

Our services provide the practical support needed by those who sustain spinal cord injuries. Find out more about how we can help take you from injury to independence.
Aspire Grants

Aspire Grants are available to anyone living in the UK or Ireland with a Spinal Cord Injury to help purchase essential equipment.
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.
Technology that could help me

Aspire's Assistive Technology Programme enables everyone, regardless of the level of their injury, to independently use a computer.
Help with accessible 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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