--- title: "Assist — check charity number 1062675 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Assist a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1062675. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 439 Wilmslow Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/assist retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:07:01.489Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Assist is a registered charity (number 1062675) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £90,873 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Assist? Registered charity number 1062675 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 439 Wilmslow Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £90,873 Website [www.withingtonassist.org.uk](http://www.withingtonassist.org.uk/) ## What does Assist do? Assist is a volunteer-led charity based in Withington, (est 1969). Our main focus is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in our local elderly population.We host a weekly lunch club and exercise classes, monthly Film Club,Tea and Talks and Positive Living sessions, weekly Digital Drop in, regular day trips, befriending, advocacy, volunteer driving and general support. ## What causes is Assist registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Assist yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Assist is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=assist&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.withingtonassist.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Assist a legitimate charity? Yes. Assist is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1062675) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Assist's charity number? Assist's charity number is 1062675. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1062675? Search 1062675 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Assist do? Assist is a volunteer-led charity based in Withington, (est 1969). Our main focus is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in our local elderly population.We host a weekly lunch club and exercise classes, monthly Film Club,Tea and Talks and Positive Living sessions, weekly Digital Drop in, regular day trips, befriending, advocacy, volunteer driving and general support. Does Assist have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Assist. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Assist? Assist's website is http://www.withingtonassist.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1062675).