Disabled Living
Also known as: Cripples Help Society, Disabled Living Services, The Cripples Help Society (manchester, Salford and North West England)
A leading voluntary organisation primarily operating in the North West, providing advice and information about assistive technology (equipment and products) to help disabled adults, children and older people make a more informed choice which enables easier, safer and more independent living. Through BBUK and Kidz events, Disabled Living deliver services which make an impact nationally.
Activities & Mission
A leading voluntary organisation primarily operating in the North West, providing advice and information about assistive technology (equipment and products) to help disabled adults, children and older people make a more informed choice which enables easier, safer and more independent living. Through BBUK and Kidz events, Disabled Living deliver services which make an impact nationally.
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
Higher than 95% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 35% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,155,498 | £1,528,765 | £1,440,440 | £1,388,690 | £859,721 | 24 / 50 |
| 2024 | £1,780,124 | £1,694,814 | £1,535,742 | £1,761,957 | £1,232,998 | 20 / 52 |
| 2023 | £1,382,764 | £1,441,006 | £1,361,969 | £1,676,647 | £507,022 | 20 / 53 |
| 2022 | £1,254,319 | £1,049,169 | £1,023,094 | £1,734,889 | £565,998 | 19 / 30 |
| 2021 | £586,161 | £816,347 | £791,066 | £1,529,739 | £319,608 | 18 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Disabled Living
What does Disabled Living do?
A leading voluntary organisation primarily operating in the North West, providing advice and information about assistive technology (equipment and products) to help disabled adults, children and older people make a more informed choice which enables easier, safer and more independent living. Through BBUK and Kidz events, Disabled Living deliver services which make an impact nationally.
How much income did Disabled Living report in 2025?
Disabled Living reported total income of £1.16m and reported expenditure of £1.53m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Disabled Living?
Disabled Living has a program ratio of 124.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Disabled Living registered as a charity?
Disabled Living was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 October 1963 as charity number 224742. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Disabled Living?
Disabled Living is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAULA JANE BROWN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Disabled Living operate?
Disabled Living operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Disabled Living a registered charity?
Yes — Disabled Living is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 224742.
Details
Unit 10
Priestley Road
Wardley Industrial Estate
Worsley
MANCHEST
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Cripples Help Society
- Disabled Living Services
- The Cripples Help Society (manchester, Salford and North West England)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated