Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association
Notable UK charityAlso known as: The National Deaf-Blind and Rubella Association, The National Deafblind and Rubella Association, S E N S E, Sense
Sense exists so that no one who is deafblind or has other complex disabilities is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Across the country, we support children and adults to communicate and experience the world. We provide information and advice, offer a wide range of flexible services and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.
Activities & Mission
Sense exists so that no one who is deafblind or has other complex disabilities is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Across the country, we support children and adults to communicate and experience the world. We provide information and advice, offer a wide range of flexible services and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.
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 41% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample: 307). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 52% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £101,863,000 | £104,175,000 | £78,746,000 | £46,253,000 | £0 | 2956 / 2000 |
| 2024 | £94,976,000 | £97,474,231 | £73,677,394 | £48,562,693 | £4,593,425 | 2851 / 2000 |
| 2023 | £86,526,714 | £90,244,916 | £69,666,601 | £50,760,632 | £2,599,463 | 2485 / 2000 |
| 2022 | £82,519,244 | £78,214,023 | £60,446,991 | £45,425,557 | £10,338,000 | 2557 / 1900 |
| 2021 | £75,228,287 | £70,332,977 | £54,214,728 | £32,550,066 | £8,893,809 | 2555 / 1400 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association
What does Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association do?
Sense exists so that no one who is deafblind or has other complex disabilities is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Across the country, we support children and adults to communicate and experience the world. We provide information and advice, offer a wide range of flexible services and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.
How much income did Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association report in 2025?
Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association reported total income of £101.86m and reported expenditure of £104.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association?
Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association has a program ratio of 77.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 41% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample of 307 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association registered as a charity?
Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 1984 as charity number 289868. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association?
Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Nicholas Cammies. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association operate?
Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and England And Wales.
Is Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association a registered charity?
Yes — Sense, The National Deafblind And Rubella Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 289868.
Details
101 PENTONVILLE ROAD
LONDON
N1 9LG
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Also Known As
- The National Deaf-Blind and Rubella Association
- The National Deafblind and Rubella Association
- S E N S E
- Sense
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated