The Medicalert Foundation
Also known as: Medicalert
The MedicAlert Foundation provides a life-saving, emergency identification system for individuals with hidden medical conditions and allergies. Each Member receives a bracelet, necklace or watch that is engraved with the wearers main medical condition(s), an ID number and a 24 hour emergency telephone number that can access their details from anywhere in the world in over 100 languages.
Activities & Mission
The MedicAlert Foundation provides a life-saving, emergency identification system for individuals with hidden medical conditions and allergies. Each Member receives a bracelet, necklace or watch that is engraved with the wearers main medical condition(s), an ID number and a 24 hour emergency telephone number that can access their details from anywhere in the world in over 100 languages.
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 91% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 128). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £1M to £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,320,594 | £1,458,494 | £1,458,494 | £1,409,103 | £1,075,326 | 13 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,419,359 | £1,466,430 | £1,466,430 | £1,547,003 | £1,453,287 | 13 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,373,785 | £1,155,658 | £1,155,658 | £1,594,074 | £1,444,570 | 17 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,328,725 | £1,086,167 | £1,086,167 | £1,375,947 | £1,155,151 | 18 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,450,277 | £1,062,396 | £1,062,396 | £1,299,421 | £1,105,619 | 18 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Medicalert Foundation
What does The Medicalert Foundation do?
The MedicAlert Foundation provides a life-saving, emergency identification system for individuals with hidden medical conditions and allergies. Each Member receives a bracelet, necklace or watch that is engraved with the wearers main medical condition(s), an ID number and a 24 hour emergency telephone number that can access their details from anywhere in the world in over 100 languages.
How much income did The Medicalert Foundation report in 2024?
The Medicalert Foundation reported total income of £1.32m and reported expenditure of £1.46m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Medicalert Foundation?
The Medicalert Foundation has a program ratio of 110.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 128 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Medicalert Foundation registered as a charity?
The Medicalert Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 1995 as charity number 233705. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs The Medicalert Foundation?
The Medicalert Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Fleming. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Medicalert Foundation operate?
The Medicalert Foundation operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Medicalert Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Medicalert Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233705.
Details
Suite 1 Liscombe South
Liscombe Park
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LU7 0JL
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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