Social welfare Charities That specialise in Loneliness
Discover 1,825 Social welfare charities that specialise in loneliness. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Compass Community Transport LTD
Social welfareProvision of community transport facilities to the Disabled,old,infirm and socially excluded
Time To Talk Befriending
Beneficiary group, Social welfareWe overcome loneliness experienced by older people through befriending. We provide one to one befriending, group befriending, events, seasonal outreach and social prescribing in Brighton and Hove, Adur and Worthing in Sussex.
Simon On The Streets
Housing, Social welfareObjectives are to:1) prevent and relieve hardship and need and distress amongst those who are homeless and rootless by the provision of practical and emotional support, in particular but not exclusively to those who are sleeping rough or who are unwilling or unable to accept existing provision;2) educate the public concerning the problems of social isolation and homelessness.
Magic Me
Arts, Beneficiary group, Social welfareMagic Me is an intergenerational arts charity building stronger and more cohesive communities. We foster wellbeing, combat social isolation and reduce loneliness by bringing younger and older people together through extraordinary creative activities. Based in Tower Hamlets, we work across East London and Essex, while our training, consultancy, and publications share our practice nationwide.
The 1989 Willan Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Social welfaremakes grants to charitable causes, typically those within Tyne and Wear and its immediate surrounds which aim to ease social deprivation and / or enrich the fabric of the local community and / or the quality of life of individuals within that community
Epping Forest Community Transport
Economic and community development, Social welfareEPPING FOREST & HARLOW COMMUNITY TRANSPORT FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE DIFFICULTY ACCESSING CONVENTIONAL TRANSPORT. THIS MAY BE DUE TO RESTRICTED MOBILITY, NO ALTERNATIVE FORM OF PASSENGER TRANSPORT DUE TO RURAL ISOLATION. THE AIMS IS TO HELP RESIDENTS OF EPPING FOREST & HARLOW LIVE A NORMAL, INDEPENDENT LIFE IN ALL AREAS, BOTH URBAN AND RURAL.
Liberty Choir UK
Arts, Crime and Justice, Social welfarePromote the rehabilitation of prisoners for the public benefit by setting up choirs in prisons to build the skills and capacity of offenders so that they can break the cycle of re-offending on release.Promote social inclusion amongst socially excluded people by providing a programme of high-quality singing to help develop skills and self-confidence to assist them to integrate into society.
Salford Foodbank
Social welfareTHE CHARITY AIMS ARE TO PROMOTE SOCIAL INCLUSION BY PREVENTING SOCIAL EXCLUSION AND RELIEVING THE NEEDS OF THOSE WHO ARE SOCIALLY EXCLUDED IN SALFORD, MANCHESTER AND THE REST OF THE UK. CURRENT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE PROVISION OF EMERGENCY FOOD PARCELS THROUGH SALFORD FOODBANK.
Roadpeace
Charitable activities, Crime and Justice, Social welfareRoadPeace is the national charity for road crash victims dedicated to the support of bereaved and injured road crash victims, to championing their rights & working to reduce road danger. We run a national helpline & local support services including local groups, befriending, remembrance events. We are a member of the European Federation of Road Traffic Victims (FEVR), with UN consultative status.
Suffolk Befriending Scheme For People With Learning Disabilities
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareTo provide Drop In type Centres and a care farm throughout Suffolk, whereby vulnerable people can come and have coffee, learn crafts and generally meet friends in a friendly environment. Also we provide registered Volunteer Befrienders to vulnerable adults formingbefriending links, and training opportunities that TBS provides through a structured programme of activities and events.
Golden-Oldies
Arts, Social welfareThe Golden-Oldies Charity (Goldies) gives older isolated and vulnerable disabled people monthly social musical Sing&Smile daytime sessions, events and intergenerational activities to attend. Connecting communities and combating loneliness. Everyone is welcome, Goldies now take place across Wales-Goldies Cymru, S/W England, Yorkshire, Essex and the Midlands. Patron is Sir Cliff Richard.
Helix Arts Limited
Social welfareTo educate the general public in the arts, especially by enabling members of the public to work alongside artists producing works of high artistic class, and by the fostering and promotion of the participation in the arts within the North East region to address issues of social exclusion.
Keep Mobile Community Transport CIO
Social welfareThe charity provides transport for residents of Berkshire who are unable to use main stream public transport due to disability or long term illness.Provide group transport for any community group based in the county.Provide day trips for those people that are lonely in the county.
Age Concern Mid Mersey
Beneficiary group, Social welfarePromote the wellbeing of older people particularly those who suffer loneliness and isolation to help make their lives fulfilling, enjoyable and worthwhile, so that they might love later life.Working on behalf of older people across Merseyside to promote and provide a holistic range of health, wellbeing, care and support services allowing more independence, informed choice and greater control.
Blink Dance Theatre CIO
Arts, Social welfarePERFORMING ARTS, TRAINING WORKSHOPS, PRODUCTIONS, EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS TO HELP NEURODIVERGENT AND LEARNING DISABLED PEOPLE DEVELOP AND GAIN NEW SKILLS AND TO RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE ISSUES AFFECTING SUCH PEOPLE, BOTH GENERALLY AND IN RELATION TO THEIR SOCIAL EXCLUSION.
Aireborough Voluntary Services To The Elderly (avsed)
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Leisure, Social welfareAVSED is a local charity working to prevent social isolation & loneliness for Aireborough (LS19 & 20) seniors by supporting happy, healthy & independent living. We provide activities (physical exercise, social & friendship, health groups inc dementia, inclusion & lunch club and trips) alongside services (transport, needs assessment, handyman, befriending, digital & home support).
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Social welfareThe objectives of the Persimmon Charitable Foundation are for the public benefit to further such charitable purposes as the trustees see fit from time to time, in particular (but not limited to) making grants to charities or organisations furthering charitable purposes that promote urban regeneration in areas of economic and social deprivation.
St Mary's Centre Community Trust
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Social welfarePromoting among young people the prevention of crime and the saving of lives by educating and raising awareness concerning issues of serious violence, the negative effects of carrying or using a weapon and the positive effects of surrendering weapons, supporting them to contribute positively within their community and addressing the effects of vulnerability and social exclusion.
Survivors Of Bereavement By Suicide
Health, Social welfareMeet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend by offering a safe confidential environment in which bereaved people can share their experiences and feelings, consequently giving and gaining support from each other. To promote greater awareness for professionals to help them recognise the specific support required for those bereaved by suicide
Be Free Young Carers LTD
Beneficiary group, Health, Social care, Social welfareBe Free Young Carers supports young carers aged 8 to 17 years old, by providing 1 21 emotional support, respite activities, 13 plus Youth Club, bespoke befriending service and offering training in practical skills, all of which helps reduce the anxiety and stress so many young carers experience and increases mental health.
Brixham Does Care
Charitable activities, Facilities, Housing, Social care, Social welfareBrixham Does Care is a registered befriending charity founded in 1978, which attempts combat loneliness & isolation. We offer support to people of all ages & client groups in Brixham & surrounding communities. Our offices in Brixham Town Hall are open 10am to 4pm. We provide a home visiting service, day centre, support, help with forms, groups & activities, charity shop and a low cost cafe.
Cross Gates & District Good Neighbours'scheme CIO
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfareWE PROVIDE A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES TO OLDER PEOPLE AGED 60+ LIVING IN THE CROSSGATES AND SURROUNDING LS15 DISTRICTS TO PROMOTE HEALTHY AND INDEPENDANT LIVING AND TO REDUCE SOCIAL ISOLATION. THIS INCLUDES ADVOCACY, ADVICE, INFORMATION AND PRACTICAL SUPPORT, AS WELL AS GROUPS FOR EXERCISE AND WELL BEING, CREATIVE ARTS AND PURELY SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES.
Firvale Community Hub
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Social welfareSupport for marginalised people across Sheffield across the areas of legal advice, education, employability, community cohesion, social inclusion and reducing isolation. FCH works with people of all backgrounds, but has specialisms in working with BME communities - particularly those of Pakistani and Roma origin.
Waltham Forest Community Hub
Beneficiary group, Social welfareOur Mission is to bring together and lead the community, providing opportunities and resources that value and empower all. Our objectives include:1. Developing a sustainable organisation.2. Tackling isolation and improving wellbeing of disadvantaged residents. 3. Engaging and empowering young people to participate, grow and achieve.4. Strengthening the community through collaborations.
Calne Community Transport
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareTransport for the disabled, frail, elderly, other groups for Social Welfare and recreational purposes including social inclusion to combat loneliness, charitable groups, groups with a common interest and those who are unable to use other forms of transport.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many loneliness social welfare charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,825 registered loneliness social welfare charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the loneliness social welfare charities by income?
Change, Grow, Live is the largest by latest reported annual income (£339.7m). 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 loneliness social welfare charities?
Loneliness social welfare charities reported a combined annual income of £14.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for loneliness social welfare charities?
Across all loneliness social welfare charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 86.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of loneliness social welfare charities?
Loneliness social welfare charities have an average annual income of £515k. 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.