--- title: "Care Lochaber — check charity number SC019863 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Care Lochaber a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC019863. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/care-lochaber retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:16:21.037Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Care Lochaber is a registered charity (number SC019863) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £87,573 (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 Care Lochaber? Registered charity number SC019863 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £87,573 Website [www.carelochaber.org](http://www.carelochaber.org/) ## What does Care Lochaber do? Care Lochaber was set up to address concerns about the lack of appropriate transport for people disadvantaged by poverty, age, disability, ill health, or rural isolation. The main thing that we do is provide a volunteer community car scheme for people who can’t access public transport. The charity is supported by a group of volunteers who use their own vehicles to provide journeys for people who need access to health and medical appointments, shopping, visiting friends and attending various community activities. Our car scheme is now the established method of transport for older and immobil… ## What causes is Care Lochaber registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Care Lochaber yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Care Lochaber 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=care-lochaber&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.carelochaber.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Care Lochaber a legitimate charity? Yes. Care Lochaber is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC019863) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Care Lochaber's charity number? Care Lochaber's charity number is SC019863. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC019863? Search SC019863 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Care Lochaber do? Care Lochaber was set up to address concerns about the lack of appropriate transport for people disadvantaged by poverty, age, disability, ill health, or rural isolation. The main thing that we do is provide a volunteer community car scheme for people who can’t access public transport. The charity is supported by a group of volunteers who use their own vehicles to provide journeys for people who need access to health and medical appointments, shopping, visiting friends and attending various community activities. Our car scheme is now the established method of transport for older and immobil… Does Care Lochaber have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Care Lochaber. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Care Lochaber? Care Lochaber's website is http://www.carelochaber.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC019863).