Dementia HE205¶
Dementia is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Health categoryand the Health condition subcategory.
607 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.30% of all charities.
Keywords to find charities¶
UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.
The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:
\b(dementia|demented|alzheimer)
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 131 | 0.18% |
| £10k - £100k | 171 | 0.24% |
| £100k - £250k | 79 | 0.36% |
| £250k - £500k | 66 | 0.61% |
| £500k - £1m | 32 | 0.48% |
| £1m - £10m | 60 | 0.67% |
| Over £10m | 27 | 1.24% |
| Total | 566 | 0.29% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 513 | 0.30% |
| oscr | 73 | 0.29% |
| ccni | 21 | 0.29% |
| Total | 607 | 0.30% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| THE ORDERS OF ST JOHN CARE TRUST [Charity number: 1048355] To provide care to older people through care homes specialising in residential, dementia and nursing care, together with intermediate and day care.Care in the community is also provided in hospitals, at home and through the provision of extra care housing. |
£169,115,367 |
| ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY [Charity number: 296645] Alzheimer's Society staff and volunteers provide services to people affected by dementia, including day care and home care, support and befriending services across England, Wales, Guernsey, Isle of Man and Northern Ireland. We provide information and training, and every year we invest in research. We campaign for the rights of people with dementia and those who care for them. |
£143,833,000 |
| Radius Housing Association Limited [Charity number: NI102575] Radius Housing Association provides housing, care and support to over 33,000 homes throughout Northern Ireland. Radius was established in 2017 following the merger of Helm and Fold housing associations and draws on over 80 years of combined experience to make a positive impact on housing and communities into the future. Radius is now one of the leading housing associations in Northern Ireland. Radius has also developed a range of services that allow us to offer our clients the right level of support in their own home or in our accommodation:- # Housing for Older People with Dementia and the Frail Elderly # Supported Housing # Day Care visits # Personal Pendant Alarms # Telemonitoring service (monitoring patient’s vital signs in their home) # Assistance for people with a disability to make home adaptations Radius's services are delivered in partnership with the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, the Department for Communities and the Health and Social Care Trusts. |
£105,225,949 |
| ALTERNATIVE FUTURES GROUP LIMITED [Charity number: 1008587] The charity operates in the North West of England and provides services for people with disabilities including adults with severe and enduring mental health problems, learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and dementia. |
£72,405,000 |
| Praxis Care [Charity number: NI103672] Praxis Care is a major provider of services for adults and children with a learning disability, mental ill health, acquired brain injury and for older people, including people with dementia. |
£69,424,963 |
| THE ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION CARE COMPANY [Charity number: 1163245] The main activity is the provision of 1096 registered beds for Residential, Dementia, and Nursing care in 17 Care Homes throughout England and Wales. In addition the Charity runs approximately 145 sheltered units for those who seek independence and can still look after themselves. Many of these tenants later become residents in the Homes. |
£64,636,000 |
| THE AVENUES TRUST GROUP [Charity number: 1130473] The Avenues Group pioneers specialist social care that supports individuals facing disadvantage through illness and disability so they can live full lives in their local communities. We support adults and children in their own homes or in a residential setting who have learning disabilities, autism, mental health issues, acquired brain injury or dementia. |
£60,363,150 |
| CARE SOUTH [Charity number: 1014697] Care South provides quality care services in the south of England to up to 2000 people each day. All aspects of care including dementia, nursing, frailty and special needs are provided to people either in Care South's care homes or in their own homes. |
£57,721,000 |
| ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH UK [Charity number: 1077089] Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. We believe in the power of research to defeat dementia. We fund pioneering studies that will make a difference to people's lives and we're committed to increasing funds for the next breakthrough. We are energising a movement to support and take part in research and to empower people through greater understanding of dementia. |
£56,875,134 |
| Alzheimer's Research UK [Charity number: SC042474] 3.1 The Objects of the Charity are: (a) to preserve and protect the health of the public by promoting or assisting the promotion of research into the causal mechanisms of neuro-degenerative diseases with the aim of treating or preventing Alzheimer's Disease, dementia and other conditions having a similar or related cause and to disseminate the results of such research . and (b) to advance the education of the public into the symptoms, causes and treatment of dementia and other conditions having a similar or related cause. |
£56,875,134 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| Whitehead Community Association [Charity number: NI104912] Much of our energy is putting into running, promoting and maintaining an independent community centre. The centre acts as a hub from businesses, local groups, voluntary groups and social activity groups (Addiction NI, Alzheimers Group) to run clinics, classes, get together, educational and cultural events. The centre also houses six small local businesses. WCA also promotes events/fundraisers aimed at social cohesion: a summer festival, a Victorian Street Fair and Easter Road Race and other events as well. |
£181,404 |
| LIVERPOOL SOMALI COMMUNITY [Charity number: 702142] - Elders support work (hot meals, dementia support)- Support work with young people with health/mental health needs- Community culture and heritage- General community support and signposting (benefits, housing, employment, education advocacy) |
£32,307 |
| THE CHRONIC DISEASE RESEARCH FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1186102] The CDRF, an independent medical research charity, funds a range of research programs that aim to discover the cause of common chronic diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, migraine, asthma, dementia. The CDRF runs many projects at the Department of Twin Research, St Thomas' Hospital. It is hoped the research will contribute to the development of future diagnostic tests and treatments. |
£214,353 |
| TEESDALE DISABILITY ACCESS FORUM [Charity number: 1111862] Information, Advice, Advocacy,Guidance & Support ServiceWheelchair & Mobility Aid Loan Service Health Library Weekly Armchair Exercise Class for people with longterm health conditions or mobility restrictionsIncontinence Resources & SupportCancer Caring Kit for WomenKeep Active, Keep Communicating Dementia Project |
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| GRANDAD BILLS CRICKET CLUB [Charity number: 1169973] The primary mission of Grandad Bills Cricket Club is to promote and protect the mental and physical health of sufferers of dementia and their cares through the provision of support, respite care during the day and informationThe aim is also to advance the education of the general public in all areas relating to dementia. |
£71 |
| MUSIC IN MIND CIO [Charity number: 1169001] Music In Mind CIO provides educational and community projects and performances to promote health and well being through music and the arts. The projects are designed to promote the benefits of music and the arts to all ages and range from inspiring civic pride and identity amongst disaffected communities to raising public awareness around dementia. |
£52,685 |
| TAPESTRY DAY CLUB [Charity number: 1209048] Tapestry Day Club offers high quality, stimulating small group day support for people living with early-stage Dementia while providing valuable respite to their carers. We employ fully vetted and trained hosts who run their small groups in the comfort and safety of the hosts' family homes. The day includes optional memory boosting activities, refreshments, a home cooked lunch and transport. |
£199,944 |
| LET'S GET GROWING LIMITED [Charity number: 1172662] Lets Get Growing provides regular gardening therapy sessions for adults of all ages experiencing a range of mental and physical health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bi polar disorder, dementia and mild learning difficulties. Also one-off therapeutic garden workshops for a range of groups, including addicts in recovery, homeless people, carers, refugees & asylum seeekers. |
£78,896 |
| CHICHESTER AREA MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1161733] We support our beneficiaries, mainly elder people with mental health needs, including dementia, and their carers. Our core project is the Chichester Lunch Club which is modelled on creating normal social interaction through a light lunch and afternoon activities. These lead to cognitive stimulation, development of confidence and increased self esteem and resultant new friendships. |
£63,540 |
| The Forget-Me-Not Club [Charity number: SC032239] The organisation’s purposes are: to promote the benefit of people with all types of dementia and their carers together, who are residents of the Deeside area, without distinction of political, religious or other opinions by associating with statutory, voluntary and other organisations and other inhabitants, in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for people with dementia and their carers. |
£585,651 |
