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Self Employed Micro Provider
Two Year Membership
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Gain access to exclusive discounts on insurance and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.
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Project Partners
Independent Living Group
Provider of the ILG PA membership
Mark Bates Ltd
Insurance Partner
U-Check
Providers of discounted DBS checks
BHSF
Assistance Programme providers
Membership Questions
Who is this membership for?
The Self-Employed Micro Provider membership caters to individuals who are self-employed PCAs or micro care providers.
It is not for employed Personal Assistants.
Can I access ILG PA benefits on a mobile device?
Yes, ILG PA is designed to be accessible on various devices, including mobile phones and tablets. You can easily access your membership account, resources, and benefits on the go.
What does the eLearning training cover?
The Care Certiicate training provided with this membership covers essential topics relevant to self-employed PCAs and micro care providers. It equips you with knowledge and skills related to best practices in the industry, ensuring you deliver exceptional care services.
For more information on the care certificate see our academy website here: The Care Certificate – ILG Academy
What is a micro provider?
A micro-provider is an individual or small service who offers help or care to other people in their community. The term Micro-provider is fairly new. We want to recognise and create a professional body for this hidden caring workforce in the UK.
Can being a personal assistant be a career?
Yes. Being a personal assistant can be a very rewarding career choice. There are plenty of opportunities to learn take courses and develop yourself further. We support many PA’s who have started their own agencies as they have been successful and grown.
About ILG
What is the ILG?
The (ILG) independent living group is a company set up to support individual employers, pa’s and organisations in the social & healthcare sector. The ILG aims to share best practice raise awareness and support all of those in the care sector. Bringing together experts and communities in order to make things better in the future.
What is ILG-PA?
ILG-PA is a membership service which focuses on the Personal Assistant, Carer and Micro-provider’s. More and more PA’s are thinking of becoming self-employed and if you are one of those ILG-PA has all the tools, info and guidance you will need to ensure you are safe and legal.
What is the Self-Employed Micro Provider membership?
The Self-Employed Micro Provider membership caters to individuals who are self-employed PCAs or micro care providers. It offers eLearning training, 24/7 helplines for legal support, discounted insurance and DBS checks, guidance on being self-employed, and customizable template documentation to support their business.
How do I join ILG PA?
To join ILG PA, simply visit our membership sign-up page and select the membership level that best suits your role and needs. Follow the registration process, provide the required information, and complete the payment to gain access to all the benefits and resources available.