Social care Charities That specialise in Respite
Discover 483 Social care charities that specialise in respite. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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UK Homes 4 Heroes Pride And Passion LTD
Health, Housing, Social careProviding food and guidance at street level and accommodation to and advancing the care of ex- service personnel including Mental health issues / PTSD support and any other concerns is available through the charity Day centre/hub.The charity offer free respite breaks in two locations staying in static holiday homes (charity owned) available to former members of her Majesty's armed force.
Ty Hapus
Beneficiary group, Health, Social careAge appropriate and stimulating activities for those with dementia and respite for their families.
Ince Blundell Hall Carers Respite
Health, Housing, Religion, Social careWe support unpaid carers by providing essential respite breaks, allowing them time to rest and recharge at Ince Blundell Hall. Our work helps sustain carers' well-being, ensuring they can continue their vital role with renewed energy and support.
Khaas
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Social careKHAAS seeks to promote the comprehensive needs of BME disabled children, their carers and families. KHAAS was formed in 1987 in response to research undertaken by Bristol Inner City health project. KHAAS provides a Saturday respite care, holiday playscheme, health related sessions, accredited and non accredited course, one to one group support & outings etc.
Send The Right Message
Beneficiary group, Social care, Social welfareFor the public benefit, the relief of neurodivergent and disabled children, young people and adults and their parents or carers, in particular, but not exclusively, by:Providing support services, assistance, information, activities, and training programmes;Relieving financial hardship;Creating opportunities for respite breaks;Promoting social inclusion and raising awareness and acceptance;
The O'sullivan Family Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Housing, Research, Social careOUR LONG TERM PLAN IS TO SUPPORT IN A MAJOR WAY A PROPOSED RESPITE CARE HOME FOR SEVERELY DISABLED CHILDREN. IN ADDITION WE WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUAL CHARITIES WITH AN EMPHASIS ON DISABLED CARE, EDUCATION AND OCCASIONALLY SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN THE GENETICS FIELD.
Brains Matter Charity
Beneficiary group, Social careBrains Matter works throughout West Kent. It supports people who have sustained an acquired brain injury and their families and carers. It offers a day service and community support providing social rehabilitation and respite for people aged 18 years and over, who have moderate to severe brain injury.
The Henhayes Centre
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social care, Social welfareProviding activities to keep the elderly fit, healthy & interacting with others, including our Tuesday Events, Knitting & Computers for stimulation, companionship & entertainment. PhysioFit, Yogo, Pilates & Keep Fit for health & wellbeing for the over 55's. We offer a freshly cooked meal on weekdays and run a Memory Group which provides a safe environment while providing respite for caregivers.
Love Into Action
Beneficiary group, Social careLove Into Action provides support to families in the Middle East affected by intellectual disabilities through providing respite care; community outreach; training & support; and through sharing learning & best practice in these areas; plus supporting the leadership of other small charities. LIA also provides support to other people and communities, where it operates, as the opportunity arises.
Charity Of Ambrose Allen
Beneficiary group, Social careThe main activity of the Ambrose Allen Charity is the provision of a building for the use of elderly residents. Examples of groups that use the Ambrose Allen Centre are Loddon Valley Day Care which provides respite care and the Lunch Club which provides a hot two course meal once a week for the elderly.
Sensory Soft Play
Beneficiary group, Social careSensory Soft Play is a CIO aiming to relieve the needs of children and their families (primarily but not exclusively) with additional needs in Hastings and the surrounding area through the provision of multi-sensory soft play activities and the running of an online support group for parents and carers of children. We provide holiday clubs, respite clubs and days out for families with SEN.
The Almshouse Of St John The Baptist And St John The Evangelist
Beneficiary group, Housing, Religion, Social careProvides accommodation for 17 elderly residents plus one room available for respite care
The Maytree Respite Centre
Health, Social care, Social welfareto provide short-term respite accommodation and befriending for those at immediate risk of suicide.
Harry's Pals
Beneficiary group, Health, Social careHarrys Pals provides emotional support to parents of children who are severely ill or disabled. This is through the provision of counselling services, respite breaks and support through an online community of parents. Harrys Pals also campaigns for change to improve life for carers and people affected by disability.
Cure And Action For Tay-Sachs (cats) Foundation
Animals, Beneficiary group, Social careThe CATS Foundation operates in England and Wales and supports families affected by Tay-Sachs and Sandhoff disease. We provide equipment that affected patients need, respite holidays, a support network for patients and their families and information on care, emotional support and research development. The charity also supports research into a possible cure for these devastating diseases.
Tikva
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social careThe charity's aims are to provide social, leisure and developmental benefits to young people and adults with learning disabilities and support and respite for their families.
Cancer Research And Genetics UK
Education, Health, Social careProvides information on Cancer Research and its Genetic links and supports the purchase of Cancer Research equipment at the major Institutes and Universities in the UK. Support cancer patients and to provide respite and convalescence and advice on therapies to aid the recovery from cancer treatments.
The Dementia Care Hub
Health, Social careAt The Dementia Care Hub CIO, we offer a programme of hub-based activities to support people living with dementia and the carers who support them. We operate in Hampshire, focusing on underserved communities. We provide social drop-in groups for anyone affected by dementia, wellbeing respite sessions, therapeutic activities, support for carers and advice, guidance and signposting.
The Thomas Theyer Foundation
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social care, Social welfareWe support children and young people with additional needs and those living with difficult life circumstances such as, young carers or those who have suffered a family bereavement, by providing access to outdoor activities, recognising the mental and physical health benefits. Additionally we aim to support their families and carers by providing respite breaks.
Agency For Culture And Change Management
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Social care, SocietyDelivers: 1. Social responsibility, active citizenry, community cohesion. 2. combats inequality, xenophobia, homophobia, antisemitism, islamophobia, ageism, misogyny. 3. special needs inclusion play, learning with disabilities, autism. AFRID, Crohn's. Carer parents' respite. 4. Tackles unemployment, behaviour problems, provides childcare, training carers. 5. A Think Tank for freedoms, democracy.
Contact (morpeth Mental Health Group) Limited
Health, Social care, Social welfareContact provides a safe space and drop-in centre for those affected by mental ill-health and their carers. We provide mentally stimulating activities to encourage participation and to reduce social isolation. We offer a Counselling / Therapy Service for those in need covering SE Northumberland. We provide advice on benefits. We offer caravan mini respite holidays to our members and their carers.
Birds Of Paradise (tj)
Beneficiary group, Religion, Social care1) To cater for the religious needs of SEN children and adults. 2) To advise and assist other organisations to meet the needs of children and adults with SEN. 3) Establish an advisory centre and provide training for individuals and organisations who work with SEN children and adults. 4) Provide respite for carers of Muslim children and adults with SEN.
Victoria Convalescent Trust
Beneficiary group, Social careThe Charity provides financial support for those in need of convalescence, recuperation and/or respite care. Funds are also available for providing relief in need with a preference for women resident in the Greater London area.
Heswall Disabled Children's Holiday Fund
Beneficiary group, Social careWe provide free summer camps, respite care and other activities which support disabled children and young people.These activities are aimed at developing confidence and independence while in a caring and supportive environment.
Derby Kids' Camp
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social care, Social welfareDerby Kids' Camp is a 100% volunteer-run charity providing FREE holidays for some of Derby's most deserving young children. With the support of 150-170 volunteers, approx 350-300 children each year benefit from what may be their only holiday.We provide a much needed break for disadvantaged children, children who will benefit from social/personal development or provide respite for carers.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many respite social care charities are there in the UK?
There are 483 registered respite social care charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the respite social care charities by income?
Barnardo's is the largest by latest reported annual income (£340.3m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of respite social care charities?
Respite social care charities reported a combined annual income of £6.1bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for respite social care charities?
Across all respite social care charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 90.4%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of respite social care charities?
Respite social care charities have an average annual income of £2.1m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.