--- title: "Dochas Carers Centre — check charity number SC029821 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dochas Carers Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029821. the advancement of health charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dochas-carers-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:06:14.772Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dochas Carers Centre is a registered charity (number SC029821) 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. Its latest reported income was £345,720 (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 Dochas Carers Centre? Registered charity number SC029821 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £345,720 Website [dochas.scot](https://dochas.scot/) ## What does Dochas Carers Centre do? Dochas Carers Centre exists to support unpaid carers across Mid-Argyll, Kilntyre and the Isles. Our mission is to provide practical, emotional and social support to carers, enabling them to sustain their caring roles while maintaining their own wellbeing. ## What causes is Dochas Carers Centre 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 Dochas Carers Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dochas Carers Centre 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=dochas-carers-centre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://dochas.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dochas Carers Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Dochas Carers Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029821) 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 Dochas Carers Centre's charity number? Dochas Carers Centre's charity number is SC029821. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029821? Search SC029821 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 Dochas Carers Centre do? Dochas Carers Centre exists to support unpaid carers across Mid-Argyll, Kilntyre and the Isles. Our mission is to provide practical, emotional and social support to carers, enabling them to sustain their caring roles while maintaining their own wellbeing. Does Dochas Carers Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dochas Carers Centre. 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 Dochas Carers Centre? Dochas Carers Centre's website is https://dochas.scot — 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=SC029821).