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title: "When I Get Old — check charity number 1214115 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is When I Get Old a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1214115. Disability charity based in Nidd. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/when-i-get-old
retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:47:28.799Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

When I Get Old is a registered charity (number 1214115) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. 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 When I Get Old?

Registered charity number

1214115

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Nidd

Website

[www.wigo.org.uk](http://www.wigo.org.uk/)

## What causes is When I Get Old registered for?

Disability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for When I Get Old yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. When I Get Old 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=when-i-get-old&type=claim)
[Visit charity website](http://www.wigo.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is When I Get Old a legitimate charity?

Yes. When I Get Old is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1214115) 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 When I Get Old's charity number?

When I Get Old's charity number is 1214115. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1214115?

Search 1214115 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 When I Get Old do?

When I Get Old is registered with the Charity Commission for: disability. See its official register entry for full details.

Does When I Get Old have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for When I Get Old. 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 When I Get Old?

When I Get Old's website is http://www.wigo.org.uk — 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/1214115).