--- title: "Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston — check charity number SC055247 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055247. the advancement of health charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dementia-friendly-doune-deanston retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:08:04.045Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston is a registered charity (number SC055247) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 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 Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston? Registered charity number SC055247 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Stirling ## What does Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston do? 4.1 To advance the health and wellbeing of people living with dementia within Doune, Deanston and the surrounding area. 4.2 To relieve the needs of people affected by dementia, including carers, families and friends, by providing support, information, and opportunities for social interaction. 4.3 To advance community development by promoting awareness and understanding of dementia, reducing stigma, and encouraging the creation of a dementia-friendly community. 4.4 To provide or facilitate access to recreational and social activities designed to improve the quality of life, confidence and incl… ## What causes is Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston registered for? the advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston 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=dementia-friendly-doune-deanston&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston a legitimate charity? Yes. Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055247) 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 Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston's charity number? Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston's charity number is SC055247. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055247? Search SC055247 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 Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston do? 4.1 To advance the health and wellbeing of people living with dementia within Doune, Deanston and the surrounding area. 4.2 To relieve the needs of people affected by dementia, including carers, families and friends, by providing support, information, and opportunities for social interaction. 4.3 To advance community development by promoting awareness and understanding of dementia, reducing stigma, and encouraging the creation of a dementia-friendly community. 4.4 To provide or facilitate access to recreational and social activities designed to improve the quality of life, confidence and incl… Does Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston. 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 Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston? Dementia Friendly Doune & Deanston does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC055247).