--- title: "Linlithgow Day Care Centre — check charity number SC005173 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Linlithgow Day Care Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005173. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on Charit" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/linlithgow-day-care-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:47:33.998Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Linlithgow Day Care Centre is a registered charity (number SC005173) 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 £166,663 (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 Linlithgow Day Care Centre? Registered charity number SC005173 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £166,663 ## What does Linlithgow Day Care Centre do? The Charity's objects are to provide day care for dementia and frail elderly persons for their own benefit, or so to provide relief for the family or carer. The Centre provides a comfortable and homely environment where the clients are safe and secure under the care of the highly trained staff. The staff organise numerous outings, entertainment and group events specific to their clients. On arrival they receive tea and toast, a three course meal is served at lunch-time and afternoon tea and cakes served before returning home. ## What causes is Linlithgow Day Care Centre 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 Linlithgow Day Care Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Linlithgow Day Care 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=linlithgow-day-care-centre&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Linlithgow Day Care Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Linlithgow Day Care Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005173) 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 Linlithgow Day Care Centre's charity number? Linlithgow Day Care Centre's charity number is SC005173. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005173? Search SC005173 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 Linlithgow Day Care Centre do? The Charity's objects are to provide day care for dementia and frail elderly persons for their own benefit, or so to provide relief for the family or carer. The Centre provides a comfortable and homely environment where the clients are safe and secure under the care of the highly trained staff. The staff organise numerous outings, entertainment and group events specific to their clients. On arrival they receive tea and toast, a three course meal is served at lunch-time and afternoon tea and cakes served before returning home. Does Linlithgow Day Care Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Linlithgow Day Care 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 Linlithgow Day Care Centre? Linlithgow Day Care Centre 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=SC005173).