Elisha House
Also known as: Elisha House CIC
Elisha House provides supported living accommodation to 31 males in recovery from substance or alcohol misuse. We work according to the 12 steps recovery programme and five ways to wellbeing. We have a strong community ethos and an extensive timetable. We provide volunteering opportunities in our community gardening project and community cafe. We offer hope that recovery is possible.
Activities & Mission
Elisha House provides supported living accommodation to 31 males in recovery from substance or alcohol misuse. We work according to the 12 steps recovery programme and five ways to wellbeing. We have a strong community ethos and an extensive timetable. We provide volunteering opportunities in our community gardening project and community cafe. We offer hope that recovery is possible.
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 35% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £614,303 | £575,663 | £493,781 | £600,264 | £320,705 | 16 / 20 |
| 2024 | £833,500 | £471,960 | £402,499 | £561,624 | £272,206 | 17 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Elisha House
What does Elisha House do?
Elisha House provides supported living accommodation to 31 males in recovery from substance or alcohol misuse. We work according to the 12 steps recovery programme and five ways to wellbeing. We have a strong community ethos and an extensive timetable. We provide volunteering opportunities in our community gardening project and community cafe. We offer hope that recovery is possible.
How much income did Elisha House report in 2025?
Elisha House reported total income of £614k and reported expenditure of £576k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Elisha House?
Elisha House has a program ratio of 80.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 35% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Elisha House registered as a charity?
Elisha House was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 February 2024 as charity number 1206983. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Elisha House?
Elisha House is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gregory Whiteoak. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Elisha House operate?
Elisha House operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Elisha House a registered charity?
Yes — Elisha House is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206983.
Details
BURNLEY ROAD
COLNE
BB8 8DY
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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