# Barclay-Smith House (SCIO)

## Details

- **Country:** Scotland
- **Charity number:** SC005720
- **Status:** Active
- **Legal form:** SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- **Registered:** Dec. 20, 1963
- **Register:** https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC005720


## Contact

- **Address:** Barclay-Smith House, 54 West King Street, Helensburgh
- **Postcode:** G84 8ED



## Activities

**Activities:** &#x27;It carries out activities or services itself&#x27;

**Purposes:** &#x27;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&#x27;,&#x27;the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage&#x27;

**What the charity does:** The Society is established to relieve aged impotent and poor people of all classes, for the advancement of religion and education and for other charitable purpose1s beneficial to the community, And as ancillary to the forgoing objects:-(a) To establish, manage, improve and construct inland elsewhere houses, homes, hostels clubs and holiday camps for lonely, neglected, old or handicapped people and provide them there and in their own homes with the care security

**Objectives:** 4 The organisation’s purposes are the relief of those in need by reason of age and the provision of recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the activities are primarily intended. These purposes will be advance by: (a) The provision of housing support for the elderly without the stress of daily living costs. (b) The provision or offer of support for daily activities including all aspects of personal care. (c) To create opportunities for social interaction and community involvement to combat loneliness and isolation. (d) To ensure access to appropriate healthcare services, including regular health checkups and emergency support. (e) To maintain secure premises, a safe living environment, and regular safety checks. (f) To promote good health by providing nutritious meals tailored to meet the dietary needs of the elderly residents. (g) To support the emotional and physical well-being of our residents. (h) Organise activities and programs to promote engagement and enjoyment.





## Areas of operation

- **Main operating location:** Argyll And Bute
- **Geographical spread:** Wider, but within one local authority area






