Carer support `SC102`¶

Carer support is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Social care category.

336 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.17% 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:

Distribution by size of charity¶

Income band	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
Under £10k	72	0.10%
£10k - £100k	64	0.09%
£100k - £250k	42	0.19%
£250k - £500k	39	0.36%
£500k - £1m	35	0.51%
£1m - £10m	59	0.65%
Over £10m	9	0.40%
Total	320	0.17%

Distribution by charity regulator¶

Regulator	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
ccew	283	0.17%
oscr	40	0.16%
ccni	13	0.18%
Total	336	0.17%

Ten largest charities (by income)¶

Name	Latest income
Barnardo's [Charity number: SC037605] The Objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: To promote the care, safety and upbringing of children and young people by:- supporting and assisting those in need, their families and carers. promoting their health. and advancing their education. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.	£345,552,000
BARNARDO'S [Charity number: 216250] Barnardo?s helped improve the lives of more than 240,000 vulnerable children, young people and their families. We help children including those who have been sexually exploited, young people leaving care, children with a parent in prison and provide early intervention for families struggling to cope. We find adoptive homes and foster placements for children in care and campaign to change policy.	£340,251,582
LOCAL SOLUTIONS [Charity number: 515060] The provision of services in the following fields: Homecare, Shopmobility, Training , Welfare Rights, Supported Accommodation, Support for the disabled, Carers Support, Liverpool Watersports Centre, Mobex, Domestic Violence Service, Conference Facilities	£14,598,037
Carers Trust [Charity number: SC042870] a) the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage through the provision of comprehensive support services for carers throughout the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. b) the assistance of carers in need including by raising awareness of issues affecting carers. c) the promotion of the efficiency and effectiveness of charities which operate for the care and support of carers.	£12,966,770
EAST MIDLANDS CROSSROADS-CARING FOR CARERS [Charity number: 1051649] Carers Trust East Midlands provides short breaks for carers across England. Our charitable objective is to relieve the stresses experienced by carers and their beneficiaries. We achieve this by delivering the highest quality of care to people in their own homes, which allows the carer to take a short break from their caring responsibilities.	£12,279,797
Hansel Alliance [Charity number: SC027681] 4.1 the advancement of health, social care and integration for children, young people and adults who are in need by reason of any disability or disadvantage arising from any physical or mental state, age, accident or as a result of any disease or infection or with learning disabilities, mental health or any other special needs or circumstances, 4.2 the advancement of education and equality for children, young people and adults who are in need by reason of any disability or disadvantage arising from any physical or mental state, age, accident or as a result of any disease or infection or with learning disabilities, mental health or any other special needs or circumstances, 4.3 the relief of stress and financial needs experienced by their families and carers through, but not limited to, the provision of accommodation, support, education and training, and 4.4 the advancement of citizenship, enabling people who are in need to be active citizens individually and through employment or community organisations and networks.	£12,098,756
ASPIRE LIVING LIMITED [Charity number: 1024904] Aspire provides care and support to people with a learning disability both at home and in the community and to those living in residential care accommodation. It runs a community hub, an online centre and a social club for adults. Aspire also provides respite support for carers.	£11,417,574
THE LEONARDO TRUST [Charity number: 1086045] Support for full time carers and those being cared for.Contributions towards care sitting services.Funding holidays for carersAssisting finance in relaxation or training courses or perhaps hobbies or activitiesCreative thinking towards financial assistance for carersWe cannot supply care staff directEmergency funding/grants for carers	£10,802,000
CENTRE 404 [Charity number: 299889] Provision of social and educational activites for adults with learning disabilities, clubs for children with learning disabilities and for their siblings, support and advice for parents and carers of a disabled person, supported housing projects for adults with a learning disability, and a calendar of social functions and outings for children and adults with a learning disability and their carers.	£10,599,564
KIDS [Charity number: 275936] The purpose of KIDS is to enable disabled children and young people, along with their families, to enjoy their lives, in particular we assist disabled children and young people to develop their skills and abilities and to fulfil their potential, hopes and aspirations. Our services include Home Learning, Key Working, Play and Leisure, Short Breaks, Transitions and Sibling and Young Carer Support.	£9,412,007

Ten random charities¶

Name	Latest income
SOUTHWARK CARERS [Charity number: 1085300] We alleviate conditions in the lives of carers, those who care for the elderly, sick, disabled, mentally ill or otherwise infirm, by any means that is charitable. We offer counselling, massage and other therapies,respite cover, short breaks, transport grants, advice and advocacy, various activity groups, and we can help carers access grants from other orgainsations.	£320,879
ASK AUNTIE [Charity number: 1205289] THE PROMOTION OF EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY ADVANCING EDUCATION IN PARTICULAR, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY FOR CARERS OF LOOKED AFTER CHILDRENAND EDUCATION PROVIDERS' AND RAISING AWARENESS IN DIVERSE TEXTURED HAIR AND SKIN CARE NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE OF AFRO CARIBBEAN HERITAGE.
CONTACT A FAMILY [Charity number: 284912] To support parents and families who care for a disabled child by:- Providing access to good quality advice and information, broad ranging appropriate support and contact with other families which will lead to positive outcomes;- Influencing changes in policy and practice in order to substantially improve the quality of lives of parents and families and their children.	£8,758,116
COURTHOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE [Charity number: 1091604] The main activities include running a respite project for carers and ex carers, interfaith activities, offering mindfulness based stress reduction courses and offering support to prisoners and those nearing end of life.	£23,022
A PLACE TO CALL OUR OWN LIMITED [Charity number: 1102516] The charity is a voluntary organisation offering an accessible community based resource for disabled children, young people, their carers and families. We offer a help line, support for carers, an information base covering a broad range of issues, a fully equipped sensory room and social events such as play sessions.	£1,094,160
GLUT1 DEFICIENCY UK [Charity number: 1192599] Glut1 Deficiency UK aims to support carers and patients impacted by Glut1DS in the UK and Ireland. Increasing awareness of Glut1 Deficiency Syndrome (Glut1DS)Improved education for families and health professionals in relation to Glut1DS. Advocacy for families and patients impacted by Glut1DS. Support and funding for Glut1DS research	£4,825
DAYBREAK OXFORD [Charity number: 1113182] The Charity, Daybreak Oxford, provides Day Clubs where adult members who are living with a dementia can enjoy a safe, caring and stimulating environment with activities suited to their needs. The service is also a respite for carers of our members. They can leave their loved ones with us, knowing they are looked after by trained and experienced staff who help them live well with their dementia.	£405,693
THE MEMORY BOX FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1197067] The main activities of the CIO are the provision of courses and projects utilising historical and heritage related themes for people living with mental health issues, dementia, or experiencing isolation or loneliness. The CIO also provides activities for young people to learn from their peers, and also to provide training for carers on reminiscence therapy techniques.	£38,041
Carers Trust [Charity number: SC042870] a) the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage through the provision of comprehensive support services for carers throughout the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. b) the assistance of carers in need including by raising awareness of issues affecting carers. c) the promotion of the efficiency and effectiveness of charities which operate for the care and support of carers.	£12,966,770
THE SMALL SOCIETY [Charity number: 1202655] Providing free, short-term respite accommodation for carers of people with mental health conditions.	£2,566