Life Path Trust Limited

Life Path Trust Limited is a UK-based nonprofit organization and registered charity (Charity number 1013242) dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic individuals primarily in the Coventry and Warwickshire regions. Founded in 1992 originally under the name Coventry Homes (MHC) Limited, Life Path Trust provides a range of community-based services to enable its beneficiaries to be valued, develop, and achieve personal goals.

Mission and Services

The charity's mission centers on delivering person-centered support tailored to the individual’s needs and aspirations. Emphasizing a Person-Centred Planning (PCP) approach, support workers are trained to ensure that the care and assistance provided empower the citizens to live fulfilling, independent lives.

Life Path Trust offers several core services:

• Support to Live Life: Including day opportunities that foster social inclusion, learning, and personal development.
• Support to Work: Programs that assist individuals in gaining skills and opportunities related to employment.
• Short Breaks: Respite services designed to provide temporary relief for both the individuals receiving care and their families or carers.
• Personal Care and In-Home Support: Assistance with daily living for people with learning disabilities in their own homes.

In addition to Coventry and Warwickshire, the charity extends some of its services to Oxfordshire, focusing on enhancing independence and quality of life for people with learning disabilities.

Organizational Structure and Operations

Life Path Trust Limited operates as a private company limited by guarantee without share capital. The registered office is situated at 511 Walsgrave Road, Coventry, CV2 4AG. The organization employs approximately 51 staff members, supported by around 20 volunteers, and has a board of 7 trustees overseeing its governance.

The charity prioritizes the quality of its care services and actively engages the individuals it supports in continuous service improvement initiatives.

History and Milestones

Established officially in 1992, Life Path Trust celebrated its 50th anniversary as a charity in 2023, marking five decades of dedicated service to the learning disability community. Over the years, it has evolved to meet changing needs within the community and broadened its scope of support to include both day opportunities and short break care.

Recognition

Life Path Trust is recognized by the Charity Commission for England and Wales and complies with regulations governing social care providers, focusing on social work activities without accommodation for the elderly and disabled. Its commitment to person-centered care positions it as a vital resource in the support network for individuals with learning disabilities in the Midlands region.

This article reflects information accurate as of 2025, based on data available from official charity registers and Life Path Trust’s own publications.

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