Oldham Bereavement Support Service
Also known as: O B S S, Obss
Confidential one to one counselling services for the bereaved. This service includes specially trained counsellors for children and young persons, who are coming to terms with bereavement. Our service relies on volunteers, who are trained and operate within BACP guidelines.
Activities & Mission
Confidential one to one counselling services for the bereaved. This service includes specially trained counsellors for children and young persons, who are coming to terms with bereavement. Our service relies on volunteers, who are trained and operate within BACP guidelines.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £18,441 | £22,326 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £21,631 | £18,445 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £17,278 | £16,319 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £16,719 | £14,908 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £19,205 | £15,679 | 0 / 23 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Oldham Bereavement Support Service
What does Oldham Bereavement Support Service do?
Confidential one to one counselling services for the bereaved. This service includes specially trained counsellors for children and young persons, who are coming to terms with bereavement. Our service relies on volunteers, who are trained and operate within BACP guidelines.
How much income did Oldham Bereavement Support Service report in 2025?
Oldham Bereavement Support Service reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Oldham Bereavement Support Service registered as a charity?
Oldham Bereavement Support Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 May 1990 as charity number 702911. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs Oldham Bereavement Support Service?
Oldham Bereavement Support Service is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oldham Bereavement Support Service operate?
Oldham Bereavement Support Service operates across 2 areas: Lancashire and Oldham.
Is Oldham Bereavement Support Service a registered charity?
Yes — Oldham Bereavement Support Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 702911.
Details
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The Royal Oldham Hospital
Rochdale Road
Oldham
OL1 2JH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- O B S S
- Obss
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- 14 May 2026
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