Disability Positive
Also known as: Cheshire Centre for Independent Living, Cheshire Disabilities Federation
We are Disability Positive. We provide services, opportunities and a voice to people living with disability and long-term health conditions. We have services to help people with everyday life and being part of their local community. We offer advice, help with practical tasks and advocate for people in lots of different situations and we share peoples' experiences to influence positive change.
Activities & Mission
We are Disability Positive. We provide services, opportunities and a voice to people living with disability and long-term health conditions. We have services to help people with everyday life and being part of their local community. We offer advice, help with practical tasks and advocate for people in lots of different situations and we share peoples' experiences to influence positive change.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,198,967 | £4,080,665 | £2,733,800 | £1,910,891 | £1,212,330 | 138 / 19 |
| 2024 | £3,884,406 | £3,808,373 | £2,552,843 | £1,792,589 | £1,208,805 | 139 / 18 |
| 2023 | £3,167,338 | £3,212,456 | £2,395,438 | £1,716,556 | £1,150,962 | 89 / 40 |
| 2022 | £2,726,857 | £2,492,700 | £2,255,141 | £1,761,674 | £1,175,120 | 79 / 39 |
| 2021 | £2,353,226 | £2,203,339 | £2,203,339 | £1,527,517 | £932,317 | 69 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Disability Positive
What does Disability Positive do?
We are Disability Positive. We provide services, opportunities and a voice to people living with disability and long-term health conditions. We have services to help people with everyday life and being part of their local community. We offer advice, help with practical tasks and advocate for people in lots of different situations and we share peoples' experiences to influence positive change.
How much income did Disability Positive report in 2025?
Disability Positive reported total income of £4.20m and reported expenditure of £4.08m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Disability Positive registered as a charity?
Disability Positive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 2002 as charity number 1091744. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Disability Positive?
Disability Positive is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Disability Positive operate?
Disability Positive operates across 8 areas, including Bolton, Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Disability Positive a registered charity?
Yes — Disability Positive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091744.
Details
DENTON DRIVE
NORTHWICH
CHESHIRE
CW9 7LU
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Also Known As
- Cheshire Centre for Independent Living
- Cheshire Disabilities Federation
- Cheshire Centre for Independent Living
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- 14 May 2026
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