Social care Charities That specialise in Respite
Discover 113 Social care charities that specialise in respite. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Royal Air Forces Association - Northampton Branch
Armed forces, Social careTo assist serving and former members of the Royal Air Force with either financial help, respite care or information on other forms of assistance as and when the need arises.
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.
The Smilers Club
Beneficiary group, Social careSocial and respite evening club for adults with learning difficulties.
Nora Parsons Centre
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social careProvides respite to families and friends by providing day care for adults on Monday and Thursday between 10am and 3pm. Coffee, Tea, Biscuits plus a hot meal are provided for up to 20 people per day. The Day Centre provides this service for 21 local villages. The funds are built up from Donations from the Parish Councils, Fundraising and Individuals.
Runcorn Frodsham And District Society For Mentally Handicapped Children And Adults
Beneficiary group, Social careProvides activities for people with learning disabilities in Halton and Vale Royal. Also respite and support for carers.
Semerwater Outdoor Pursuit Centre
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social care, Social welfareBefriending, social and respite holidays for people with learning difficulties.
Halo (handicapped Activities And Leisure Organisation)
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social careProviding a social club for disabled adults and children giving respite for parents and carers.Club nights are every 1st3rd & 5th Tuesday each month we provide arts and crafts,quizes,cooking,games etc.
St Anthony Of Padua Foundation For The Disabled
Social care, Social welfareGives grants through Social Services Departments and voluntary organisations for the relief of poverty. To enhance the independence of people with disabilities with grants towards respite care, household equipment, aids and adaptations etc.
Dorset G.o.l.d
Beneficiary group, Social careRespite Clubs for Juniors & Seniors.Supporting Artz+.Supporting and giving advice to individuals and their carers wherever possible.Offering support with short term respite funding (terms & conditions apply)
Elderly Persons Social Centre
Beneficiary group, Social careThe Charity is accessible by all persons regardless of ethnicity, race, gender or religion. The primary aim of the charity is to provide activities and a chance for like minded elderly persons to interact with. In 2025 we hope to provide full day activities with breakfast, lunch and dinner so that carers can have respite whilst their elderly loved ones are at our centre.
Friends Of Maplewood
Associations, Beneficiary group, Social careSupporting Disabled Children who attend a local Respite Centre
Aguilar And Belisario Fund
Beneficiary group, Housing, Religion, Social careProvides financial assistance to needy residents and respite cases
International Therapeutic Initiative LTD
Health, Social careProvides relief, respite and palliative care through Conductive Education for anyone suffering from life-limiting disease or injury
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many respite social care charities are there in the UK?
There are 113 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 £3.4bn 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 86.7%. 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 £4.2m. 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.