# Disability Service Deliverers Balance CIC Strives for Independence Through Employment By Social Business Editor | Published 2014-06-01 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-cic References: [bitcarc.org.uk](http://www.bitcarc.org.uk/balancecic) & [balance-cic](http://www.balance-cic.com/) Owned by [Pure Innovations Ltd.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scootaround), Balance is a community interest company ([CIC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deliberative-discourse)) that supports people with Aspergers syndrome, learning disabilities and mental health issues through training and mentorship. The end goal is to provide these communities with sustainable employment opportunities. "However you approach our services, you will find us flexible and empathetic to your needs, offering tailored one-to-one and/or group support sessions, after discussions with you about the best fit for your circumstances," Balance CIC writes on its website. They are based in Surbiton, Surrey, United Kingdom and run by Chief Executive Andrea Biggs. Funders include the [European Union](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-oil-from-europe) and, of course, support by 'arc' which is where SocialBusiness.org first learned of this life-changing social enterprise. **Contact Information** Balance CIC [website](http://www.balance-cic.com/) Balance CIC on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/BalanceCIC) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Community Interest Companies (CIC):** Opportunity to explore and invest in business models that prioritize social impact while generating sustainable employment opportunities. - **Support for People with Disabilities:** Emerging demand for services and technologies that help individuals with disabilities achieve employment and independence. - **Tailored Support Services:** Potential for innovative approaches to providing personalized one-to-one or group support sessions to meet diverse individual needs. ### Where This Applies - **Employment Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating job placement and training programs specifically targeted at individuals with disabilities. - **Social Enterprises:** Potential for the development of sustainable business models that address social issues and promote inclusive employment opportunities. - **Assistive Technology:** Opportunity to develop innovative technologies that enhance the independence and employment prospects of individuals with disabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Enhanced Employment Accessibility](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enabled-talent.md) - [Adult Autism-Focused Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurodivergent-empowerment-institute.md) - [Bespoke Mindfulness Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-balance.md) - [Inclusivity-Focused Consulting Firms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consulting-firm.md) - [Inclusive Job Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inployable.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Evaluation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessibility-scores.md) - [Empowering Nonprofit Organizations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disability-community.md) - [Accessibile Banking Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadence-bank.md) - [Tech-Empowered Accessibility Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remarkables.md)