Hourglass (safer Ageing)
Also known as: Action on Elder Abuse, Hourglass (safer Ageing) Ltd, Hourglass
The charity is a specialist organisation focusing exclusively on issues relating to the abuse of older people. We combine influencing, with the provision of information, and with practical help for older people, care providers and government/other statutory bodies. We provide a helpline and website; media work; training; conferences; membership; project work; and social policy activity.
Activities & Mission
The charity is a specialist organisation focusing exclusively on issues relating to the abuse of older people. We combine influencing, with the provision of information, and with practical help for older people, care providers and government/other statutory bodies. We provide a helpline and website; media work; training; conferences; membership; project work; and social policy activity.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 18% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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 | £2,053,096 | £1,446,919 | £1,357,027 | £1,206,335 | £1,129,318 | 35 / 5 |
| 2024 | £1,298,346 | £1,285,858 | £1,201,620 | £597,635 | £508,915 | 33 / 25 |
| 2023 | £724,341 | £1,353,130 | £1,244,889 | £607,596 | £535,385 | 34 / 23 |
| 2022 | £729,449 | £1,488,488 | £1,266,509 | £1,286,229 | £570,472 | 34 / 17 |
| 2021 | £1,241,751 | £1,579,595 | £1,406,653 | £2,044,896 | £1,187,181 | 28 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Hourglass (safer Ageing)
What does Hourglass (safer Ageing) do?
The charity is a specialist organisation focusing exclusively on issues relating to the abuse of older people. We combine influencing, with the provision of information, and with practical help for older people, care providers and government/other statutory bodies. We provide a helpline and website; media work; training; conferences; membership; project work; and social policy activity.
How much income did Hourglass (safer Ageing) report in 2025?
Hourglass (safer Ageing) reported total income of £2.05m and reported expenditure of £1.45m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Hourglass (safer Ageing)?
Hourglass (safer Ageing) has a program ratio of 66.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 18% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Hourglass (safer Ageing) registered as a charity?
Hourglass (safer Ageing) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 February 2011 as charity number 1140543. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Hourglass (safer Ageing)?
Hourglass (safer Ageing) is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hourglass (safer Ageing) operate?
Hourglass (safer Ageing) operates across 7 areas, including Guernsey, Ireland, Isle Of Man and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Hourglass (safer Ageing) a registered charity?
Yes — Hourglass (safer Ageing) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140543.
Details
Stour Valley Business Centre
Brundon Lane
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 7GB
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Also Known As
- Action on Elder Abuse
- Hourglass (safer Ageing) Ltd
- Hourglass
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated