We are immensely proud of our 150 year history

Founded in 1874 by the foremen of some of Wolverhampton’s largest factories, in a bid to protect their employees from crippling medical bills, Paycare has since grown to become one of the most respected health cover providers in the UK.

1874

The first Hospital Saturday was held in Wolverhampton

1931

The Royal Hospital Contributary Association was established for a maximum of 3d per week

1948

With the birth of the NHS, the Contributary Association was dissolved and replaced by the new Wolverhampton & District Patient’s Aid Association

1953

Hospital in-patient, optical and dental benefits were introduced to the Paycare plans

1964

Patient’s Aid Association became a company limited by guarantee

1989

Paycare House was officially opened by Billy Wright CBE

1996

Sponsorship of the Wolves’ Disabled Lounge was launched

2005

Official name change to Paycare and ranked #1 Cash Plan Provider by Money Saving Expert a year later

2007

Paycare awarded winner of ‘Business Commitment to the Community’ by the Black Country Chamber

2009

Paycare launched free redundancy cover for Paycare members

2016

Launch of MyPaycare Online Claiming Platform through Paycare website

2017

Paycare launches online discount scheme Paycare Perks

2019

Paycare launched ‘MyGiving’ Employee Incentive to raise money for Charities

2021

Paycare launch 2 x Wellbeing Days per year to all staff members

2023

Anthony Burns named new CEO of Paycare

2024

Paycare turns 150 years old – celebrating 150 years of empowering people to become healthier and happier since 1874!

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