The My Home Life Essex Community Association
Also known as: Mhleca
We help older people predominantly living in care homes to enjoy the best possible quality of life through meaningful engagement with friends and neighbours (FaNs) in their surrounding community. Our FaNs initiatives include the Wishing Washing Line, Intergenerational Colchester Up, Young FaNs Club, FaNimals and Care Home Bake-Off.
Activities & Mission
We help older people predominantly living in care homes to enjoy the best possible quality of life through meaningful engagement with friends and neighbours (FaNs) in their surrounding community. Our FaNs initiatives include the Wishing Washing Line, Intergenerational Colchester Up, Young FaNs Club, FaNimals and Care Home Bake-Off.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £12,435 | £101,991 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2024 | £103,885 | £82,971 | 0 / 500 | |||
| 2023 | £174,342 | £71,606 | 0 / 2500 | |||
| 2022 | £87,238 | £53,933 | 0 / 3000 | |||
| 2021 | £52,407 | £51,304 | 0 / 3200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The My Home Life Essex Community Association
What does The My Home Life Essex Community Association do?
We help older people predominantly living in care homes to enjoy the best possible quality of life through meaningful engagement with friends and neighbours (FaNs) in their surrounding community. Our FaNs initiatives include the Wishing Washing Line, Intergenerational Colchester Up, Young FaNs Club, FaNimals and Care Home Bake-Off.
How much income did The My Home Life Essex Community Association report in 2025?
The My Home Life Essex Community Association reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £102k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The My Home Life Essex Community Association registered as a charity?
The My Home Life Essex Community Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 2013 as charity number 1153084. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The My Home Life Essex Community Association?
The My Home Life Essex Community Association is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tony Paul Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The My Home Life Essex Community Association operate?
The My Home Life Essex Community Association operates across 3 areas: Essex, Southend-on-sea and Thurrock.
Is The My Home Life Essex Community Association a registered charity?
Yes — The My Home Life Essex Community Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153084.
Details
146 NEW LONDON ROAD
CHELMSFORD
CM2 0AW
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- 14 May 2026
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