Chorley social care organisation Brothers of Charity Services Best Lives announces change in name
One of Lancashire’s longest-standing social care organisations has today launched under a new name.
Brothers of Charity Services, which has provided support to people with learning disabilities and autism in Chorley and across the wider North West for over 90 years, is now operating as Best Lives.
The change marks a significant milestone in the organisation’s history. Its trustees, the Brothers of Charity, are stepping back to focus on other missions.
This enables the organisation to move forward as an independent charity with a fresh identity that reflects its values and ambitions.
Best Lives currently supports over 300 adults across Lancashire, as part of a wider community of more than 600 people across the North West.
A team of over 1,000 colleagues delivers over 26,000 hours of care and support each week. All people being supported, and all colleagues, have transferred to the new organisation. This ensures continuity of the trusted relationships that are at the heart of everything Best Lives does.
Lisa Gregory, Chief Executive Officer for Best Lives said: “For me, Best Lives captures the simple truth of why we are here, honouring our history while embracing a modern future that gives our supported people every opportunity to live a life they love.”
The organisation’s new name is rooted in its vision: best lives for everyone, every day. It reflects a commitment to personalised support, helping each individual to thrive in their own unique way, with independence, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
The launch is accompanied by a new visual identity and campaign, ‘New look, same caring heart’, reflecting the organisation’s commitment to honouring its proud history while embracing a fresh future.
Stephen Robinson, Chair of Trustees, Best Lives added: “This is an exciting development that will allow Best Lives to offer greater service and help to more people in different areas and with different needs. I have worked with the Brothers of Charity for many years, and I am delighted to take the charity into its next phase of development as chairman.”