We Change Lives (wcl)
Also known as: Warrington Community Living, W C L
Warrington Community Living seeks to support people with learning disabilities, older people and people experiencing mental health issues to lead their lives in a purposeful, healthy and enjoyable way as full and equal members of their local community. We do this through the provision of residential homes and supported living schemes as well as other forms of support in the community.
Activities & Mission
Warrington Community Living seeks to support people with learning disabilities, older people and people experiencing mental health issues to lead their lives in a purposeful, healthy and enjoyable way as full and equal members of their local community. We do this through the provision of residential homes and supported living schemes as well as other forms of support in the community.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £12,042,713 | £11,762,525 | £11,762,525 | £5,072,581 | £2,032,546 | 272 / 0 |
| 2024 | £9,495,084 | £9,396,468 | £9,396,468 | £4,294,649 | £4,294,649 | 289 / 0 |
| 2023 | £5,917,557 | £6,195,335 | £6,195,335 | £4,169,032 | £1,732,175 | 188 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,696,787 | £5,504,279 | £5,504,279 | £4,471,312 | £225,883 | 172 / 3 |
| 2021 | £6,037,070 | £6,380,655 | £6,380,655 | £4,281,071 | £5,998 | 262 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about We Change Lives (wcl)
What does We Change Lives (wcl) do?
Warrington Community Living seeks to support people with learning disabilities, older people and people experiencing mental health issues to lead their lives in a purposeful, healthy and enjoyable way as full and equal members of their local community. We do this through the provision of residential homes and supported living schemes as well as other forms of support in the community.
How much income did We Change Lives (wcl) report in 2025?
We Change Lives (wcl) reported total income of £12.04m and reported expenditure of £11.76m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is We Change Lives (wcl)?
We Change Lives (wcl) has a program ratio of 97.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was We Change Lives (wcl) registered as a charity?
We Change Lives (wcl) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 1991 as charity number 1003023. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs We Change Lives (wcl)?
We Change Lives (wcl) is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Gore. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does We Change Lives (wcl) operate?
We Change Lives (wcl) operates across 6 areas, including Bolton, Cheshire West & Chester, Halton and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is We Change Lives (wcl) a registered charity?
Yes — We Change Lives (wcl) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003023.
Details
Windsor House
Bayshill Road
CHELTENHAM
Gloucestershire
GL50 3AT
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Also Known As
- Warrington Community Living
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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