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.

338 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	77	0.11%
£10k - £100k	64	0.09%
£100k - £250k	41	0.18%
£250k - £500k	42	0.38%
£500k - £1m	32	0.46%
£1m - £10m	61	0.66%
Over £10m	9	0.40%
Total	326	0.17%

Distribution by charity regulator¶

Regulator	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
ccew	284	0.17%
oscr	41	0.16%
ccni	13	0.19%
Total	338	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 helps children and young people to be safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful. We provide specialist support for children and young people, including those in and leaving care, facing mental health challenges, seeking sanctuary, at risk of exploitation and needing support accessing education, training and employment. We campaign for improved policy and attitudes towards childhood.	£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
ANN CONROY TRUST CIO [Charity number: 1165808] Ann Conroy Trust is the only UK wide charity providing educational material about Chiari Malformation & Syringomyelia. The charity funds appropriate research, education of medical professionals and raises awareness. Produces information booklets distributed throughout the UK. Provides a support helpline and arranges meetings where patients, families and carers can meet others with the conditions.	£40,680
CAUSE (NI) Ltd [Charity number: NI103733] We have listed below the practical ways in which CAUSE carries out the purposes of the organisation: • CAUSE facilitates local monthly support groups for carers which meet at local venues across NI. • The CAUSE Helpline (open Monday – Friday) provides carers with support and information from our team of Carer Advocates. • We offer carers a one-to-one help to support service where they can meet and engage with a Carer Advocate who can provide them with a range of help relevant to their caring situation. • CAUSE delivers a variety of training courses and workshops to families, partners and friends to support them in their caring role (e.g. how to maintain resilience, communicating effectively, learning about mental illness, carers’ rights, crisis planning etc.) • We co-ordinate a range of group social activities each year designed to give carers a break from caring and an opportunity to connect with other carers. • CAUSE promotes its support service through community outreach, attending local information fairs and presenting to groups and organisations about our work. • We participate in and encourage carer involvement in local and regional committees, service user and carer groups, relevant project working groups and consultation events/responses as another facet of our advocacy work. • CAUSE also organises events promoting good practice and raising awareness of carers’ issues. A recent example of this is the hosting last year of our ‘Triangle of Care’ conference about the importance of services working with carers as an equal partner in care in facilitating recovery from mental illness.	£490,407
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS' BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION [Charity number: 1116973] CABA provides lifelong support to past and present ICAEW members and their families in the UK and across the globe. Our services are free, impartial and strictly confidential. From a listening ear in troubled times, through personal and professional development, to carer support and financial assistance, our commitment is simple: to be with you and your family, for life.	£4,752,193
HASWELL AND DISTRICT MENCAP [Charity number: 1113417] Haswell & District Mencap operate from a purpose built building in the heart of the community. Our main target group are people with a learning disability, their carers and the wider community. Our services and activities include daycare, sport and social groups, carer support, advocacy, a catering and a furniture social enterprise. We are also a Gateway Beacon Club and have Gateway Active Status.	£231,062
EXETER AND DISTRICT MENCAP SOCIETY [Charity number: 235930] We provide information and support to those with learning disabilities and their parents/carers/families. We have provided an inclusive playpark in Exeter. We make grants towards holidays for carers and those with a learning disability and we donate money on a regular basis towards the running of a social evening for people with a learning disability.	£2,381
Young at Heart Memories Cafe (SCIO) [Charity number: SC050313] 4 The café is a place where people with dementia and their unpaid carers meet in a safe, warm and welcoming environment and one that provides an opportunity for socialising and enjoying activities with people who share a similar experience. Our objects are 4.1 The advancement of health by providing activities to encourage cognitive function and social interaction and by providing informal support throughout Orkney and elsewhere. 4.2 The relief of those in need by reason of ill-health by providing informal support and some respite for carers of those suffering from dementia.	£1,195
JUMBO G B ORGANISATION [Charity number: 506169] To provide children with additional needs and their siblings / family a day out to remember, starting with a ride out in a Motorbike and Sidecar to a local place of interest, including Theme Parks, Zoo's and more. To help carers and families by providing them with a days outing, thus hopefully improving their quality of life. To raise funds throughout the year, to make the day happen.	£975
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
OUNDLE BAPTIST CHURCH [Charity number: 1134043] Worship GodBible teachingcounsellingmoney advicewalk in community chat & coffeejob clubparents & carers support	£102,512
HEADWAY BEDFORD [Charity number: 1075469] Community rehabilitation of people who have acquired a brain injury at its day rehabilitation unit "Headway House". Support for carers.	£430,567