CARELINE
The object of the organisation is to relieve the isolation of older, vulnerable or isolated people in Ashbourne, the Derbyshire Dales, East Staffordshire and its surrounding areas by offering a regular telephone befriending service which aims to improve the quality of life, increase levels of well-being and supports independent living.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased to £118,791, with unrestricted reserves at £64,064, which is above the stated policy target of approximately £16,000. The charity reported a net income surplus of £24,493 for the year, supported by grant funding and donations.
What the accounts disclose
“The current reserves target remains approximately £16,000” — page 10
Trustees
- Andrew Peter Yates Vice Chair
- Gordon Hart
- Graham John Leceister Secretary
- Patricia Barclay Chair
- Rachel Murt Treasurer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £92k | £68k |
| 31/03/2025 | £96k | £58k |
| 31/03/2024 | £87k | £61k |
| 31/03/2023 | £29k | £50k |
| 31/03/2022 | £11k | £59k |
Common questions
Is CARELINE financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased to £118,791, with unrestricted reserves at £64,064, which is above the stated policy target of approximately £16,000. The charity reported a net income surplus of £24,493 for the year, supported by grant funding and donations. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/03/2023 | £225k | Careline Calling |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/12/2018 | £105k | Careline Community Project |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/10/2012 | £116k | Derbyshire Dales Careline (Uttoxeter) |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/09/2005 | £26k | Contacting elderly people to reduce isolation and provide information / sup |