Independent Living Support

An Independent Living Officer (ILO) can support you to manage your Direct Payment if you choose this option. One to one support from an ILO is available offering as much, or as little, as you need, on an ongoing basis. The Independent Living Team works closely with other LCiL services. We can refer you to the Grapevine disability information service or peer support service for information, advice and support on a range of subjects. If you live in the City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, West Lothian, or Midlothian council areas, you can refer yourself to the Independent Living Team (ILT) or be referred by a council worker, or another organisation. We can support people who receive Council funding, Independent Living Fund Scotland (ILFS) funding, funding from other sources and people who privately fund their own care.