--- title: "Compassion in Care — check charity number 1102282 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Compassion in Care a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1102282. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Petts Wood. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/compassion-in-care retrieved: 2026-08-19T13:15:35.971Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Compassion in Care is a registered charity (number 1102282) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £41,020 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Compassion in Care? Registered charity number 1102282 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Petts Wood Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £41,020 Website [www.compassionincare.com](http://www.compassionincare.com/) ## What does Compassion in Care do? We are the only charity working the care sector who refuse to accept funding from either Government or Care Industry, this allows us to take a very different and effective approach which is evident in the ground-breaking work we do.We regularly publish comprehensive evidence from our helpline, which has exposed abuse, protected the vulnerable and supported whistle-blowers and families. ## What causes is Compassion in Care registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Compassion in Care yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Compassion in Care 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=compassion-in-care&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.compassionincare.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Compassion in Care a legitimate charity? Yes. Compassion in Care is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1102282) 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 Compassion in Care's charity number? Compassion in Care's charity number is 1102282. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1102282? Search 1102282 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 Compassion in Care do? We are the only charity working the care sector who refuse to accept funding from either Government or Care Industry, this allows us to take a very different and effective approach which is evident in the ground-breaking work we do.We regularly publish comprehensive evidence from our helpline, which has exposed abuse, protected the vulnerable and supported whistle-blowers and families. Does Compassion in Care have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Compassion in Care. 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 Compassion in Care? Compassion in Care's website is http://www.compassionincare.com — 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/1102282).