Assist
Also known as: Assist (neighbourhood Care Group)
Assist is a volunteer-led charity based in Withington, (est 1969). Our main focus is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in our local elderly population.We host a weekly lunch club and exercise classes, monthly Film Club,Tea and Talks and Positive Living sessions, weekly Digital Drop in, regular day trips, befriending, advocacy, volunteer driving and general support.
Activities & Mission
Assist is a volunteer-led charity based in Withington, (est 1969). Our main focus is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in our local elderly population.We host a weekly lunch club and exercise classes, monthly Film Club,Tea and Talks and Positive Living sessions, weekly Digital Drop in, regular day trips, befriending, advocacy, volunteer driving and general support.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £90,873 | £93,218 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £85,979 | £71,884 | 0 / 44 | |||
| 2023 | £99,670 | £96,944 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £122,010 | £98,716 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £53,278 | £53,777 | 0 / 39 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Assist
What does Assist do?
Assist is a volunteer-led charity based in Withington, (est 1969). Our main focus is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in our local elderly population.We host a weekly lunch club and exercise classes, monthly Film Club,Tea and Talks and Positive Living sessions, weekly Digital Drop in, regular day trips, befriending, advocacy, volunteer driving and general support.
How much income did Assist report in 2025?
Assist reported total income of £91k and reported expenditure of £93k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Assist registered as a charity?
Assist was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 June 1997 as charity number 1062675. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Assist?
Assist is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Barbara Aston. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Assist operate?
Assist operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Assist a registered charity?
Yes — Assist is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1062675.
Details
439 WILMSLOW ROAD
MANCHESTER
M20 4AN
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Also Known As
- Assist (neighbourhood Care Group)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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