Pencare
Also known as: Penylan House, Jewish Retirement and Nursing Home, South Wales, Monmouthshire and West of England Jewish Home for the Aged
The charity provides for those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship, such beneficiaries being of the Jewish faith and living in the local Jewish community or with a significant connection to the local Jewish community. For the advancement of the Jewish faith the charity also makes grant to synagogues in the local Jewish community.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides for those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship, such beneficiaries being of the Jewish faith and living in the local Jewish community or with a significant connection to the local Jewish community. For the advancement of the Jewish faith the charity also makes grant to synagogues in the local Jewish community.
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 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 | £128,770 | £219,448 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £127,227 | £174,373 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £132,464 | £143,467 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £126,937 | £102,151 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £117,829 | £109,346 | 0 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Pencare
What does Pencare do?
The charity provides for those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship, such beneficiaries being of the Jewish faith and living in the local Jewish community or with a significant connection to the local Jewish community. For the advancement of the Jewish faith the charity also makes grant to synagogues in the local Jewish community.
How much income did Pencare report in 2025?
Pencare reported total income of £129k and reported expenditure of £219k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Pencare registered as a charity?
Pencare was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 August 1965 as charity number 243968. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Pencare?
Pencare is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is JUDITH COTSEN JP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pencare operate?
Pencare operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Pencare a registered charity?
Yes — Pencare is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 243968.
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Also Known As
- Penylan House, Jewish Retirement and Nursing Home
- South Wales, Monmouthshire and West of England Jewish Home for the Aged
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- 14 May 2026
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