Developing Health And Independence
Also known as: The Drugs and Homeless Initiative, D H I, Drugs + Homeless Initiative
Developing Health and Independence is a charity that aims to assist people who are socially excluded as a result of drug or alcohol use, physical or mental ill health, poor housing, lack of employable skills or other means. DHI helps people to lead healthier more integrated lifestyles and helps to create safer more sustainable communities.
Activities & Mission
Developing Health and Independence is a charity that aims to assist people who are socially excluded as a result of drug or alcohol use, physical or mental ill health, poor housing, lack of employable skills or other means. DHI helps people to lead healthier more integrated lifestyles and helps to create safer more sustainable communities.
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
Higher than 93% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample: 307). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £11,522,611 | £11,879,158 | £11,879,158 | £4,527,395 | £4,527,395 | 209 / 12 |
| 2024 | £11,083,876 | £11,287,456 | £11,257,261 | £4,873,354 | £4,873,354 | 211 / 41 |
| 2023 | £7,740,227 | £7,581,800 | £7,540,230 | £5,061,653 | £5,001,421 | 180 / 73 |
| 2022 | £6,671,412 | £6,504,946 | £6,445,826 | £4,903,785 | £1,307,103 | 178 / 66 |
| 2021 | £6,366,616 | £6,056,808 | £6,004,971 | £4,712,908 | £1,081,714 | 160 / 59 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Developing Health And Independence
What does Developing Health And Independence do?
Developing Health and Independence is a charity that aims to assist people who are socially excluded as a result of drug or alcohol use, physical or mental ill health, poor housing, lack of employable skills or other means. DHI helps people to lead healthier more integrated lifestyles and helps to create safer more sustainable communities.
How much income did Developing Health And Independence report in 2025?
Developing Health And Independence reported total income of £11.52m and reported expenditure of £11.88m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Developing Health And Independence?
Developing Health And Independence has a program ratio of 103.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample of 307 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Developing Health And Independence registered as a charity?
Developing Health And Independence was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 November 1999 as charity number 1078154. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Developing Health And Independence?
Developing Health And Independence is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Myriam Kniveton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Developing Health And Independence operate?
Developing Health And Independence operates across 5 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, Somerset and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Developing Health And Independence a registered charity?
Yes — Developing Health And Independence is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078154.
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Also Known As
- The Drugs and Homeless Initiative
- D H I
- Drugs + Homeless Initiative
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated