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Your Life, Your Choices, Your Voice. 

At Help & Care, we believe that everyone deserves to live the life they choose – no matter their age, background, or circumstances.Founded in 1985, we’re a charity driven by a passionate belief in the power of people and communities.

For 40 years, we’ve walked alongside individuals, helping them navigate life’s challenges and seize life’s opportunities with dignity, independence, and hope.

Today, we work across South-Central England to provide information, advice, and direct support to people who need it most. Our work spans everything from helping people manage long-term conditions, championing community voices, and shaping health and wellbeing services through real lived experience.

Help & Care at the show

Our Mission

To support people and communities to live the lives they choose.

Our Vision

Help & Care has a vision of empowering people and communities to live the fulfilled and independent lives they choose. Everything we do is because someone, somewhere, wants something different and better out of life. We are determined to help them make it happen.

Our Values

1. Collaborative  

We work collaboratively with organisations from the public, private, and voluntary sectors, enabling us to expand and reach out to more people who need our help.

2. Innovative  

We are an agile organisation of open-minded, forward-thinking individuals. We are committed to giving communities a voice by continuously pushing boundaries.

3. Personal  

We place people at the centre of our decisions and services. This means listening, understanding, and ensuring every voice is heard, all while treating everyone with respect and compassion.

4. Social Justice  

We fight for the vulnerable in our society, using our independence to challenge policies and drive positive, meaningful change within our communities.

Our Collaborations

At Help & Care, collaboration is at the core of everything we do – whether that’s working together with grassroots community groups or partnering at a strategic level. We collaborate with a wide range of organisations across the public, private, and voluntary sectors to deliver high-quality services and meaningful support.

By working alongside both local and national partners, we amplify our impact, extend our reach, and ensure resources are used efficiently. These collaborations empower us to be stronger advocates, share knowledge, drive innovation, and influence positive change.

Our Journey

From humble beginnings to today – our story is one of resilience, innovation, and community spirit. 

News & Stories

Catch up on the latest updates, inspiring stories, and reflections from our team.

Trustees and Leadership Team 

Meet the passionate people guiding our work and shaping our future.

Local Approach,
Regional Reach 

While we remain deeply rooted in the communities we serve, our work has grown to reach wider audiences. Through regional and national partnerships, we’re able to extend our support to more people – without losing the personal, community-based approach that defines us.

Expanding Services,
Enriching Lives 

We deliver a broad range of services tailored to a wide variety of audiences, such as older people, unpaid carers, and those living with long-term health conditions. Our mission is to support individuals and communities to lead independent, fulfilling lives -while also ensuring their voices are heard and valued.

Driving Change,
Stronger Together 

Challenging unfair or outdated policies has always been part of our DNA. Thanks to the strength of our partnerships, we’re able to advocate for systemic change with confidence and credibility. As an independent and trusted organisation, we’re proud to speak up, propose practical solutions, and help shape a more inclusive, equitable society. We remain resilient, adaptable, and always open to learning.