THE AUTUMN CENTRE
Charity number 1066579
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
COMMUNITY
Community
Accounts Service

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
CONTENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
Page
Legal and Administrative Information
Trustees Annual Report
Independent Examinefs Report
Statement of Financial Adwits'es
Balance Sheet
Notes to the financial statements
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THE AUTUMN CENTRE
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
Trustees
G Scott,
W Bates
M Silk
S Last
C Walker
S Huggins
MBath
J Bath
Contact Address & clo
1 Osboumes Court
Victoria Court
8rightlingsea
Essex
C07 OEB
The charity is incorporated in England and Wales
1066579
Charlty R•glstratlon Numbar
Independent Examlner
Communty360
Winsley's House
High Street
Colchester
Essex, C01 1UG

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
Chalrs Report
The year to March 2022 was a year of consolidation after the trials of the previous year when the
charity's recovery from the precarious position in which it found itself took centre stage. The
greatly improved position at the start of 2021-2022 still needed the dose attention of the Trustees,
however, to ensure that the recovery continued without alams.
The position was not helped by in our inability to operate lunch clubs in the firsl six months of this
year due to Covid rules. When we were able to recomrnen￿ the lunches from mid-september
it was pleasing to note that the numbers were immediately back to pre-covid levels, showing how
much the absence of the lunches had impacted on the local community. Indeed. we provided
almost 1,200 meals to local people in the six months we Y￿re able to operat8.
The shop was able to open for the full year. albeit wlth restrictions, arTrd the lavel of $al88 increased
Considerably from that of the previous year.
In my comments in the 202(>2021 accounts. I set out plans to build on the recovery started in
that year and l am happy to report that those plans have resulted in the increased fundraising
income hoped for. In particular the purple money collection tins that many local btjsinesses, large
and small, agreed to have on Iheir counters raised almost £1.500 and the submission of donated
books. CDS and DVDS to Zifflt and Music Magpie brought in a further £1,100, this on top of monthly
8ales outside the shop which brought in up to £100 a month. Two car boot sales raised a further
£500 and a sale of Christmas decorations in November raised over £1,000.
other income included donations of £3.01)O and grant income of just over £10,000 included a Covid
grant from Tendring Dlstrict Council of £7.000.
I must include a word of thanks to our landlords financed the installation of new heaters in Ihe
shop and offica during the year and have kept the rent at £1.500 per quarter throughout the year.
At a Iruslee maeting in November 2021, it was agreed that the name of the charity should be
changed from a rather cumbersom8 'Family Support Brightlingsea TIA The Autumn Centre" to
simply "The Autumn Centre" and this was duly approved by The Charrty Commission.
As always, we continue to look for volunteers, trustees and, of course, donations ranging from
books and foreign currency to walkers and wheelchairs. Al are gratefully received
Overall, 2021-2022 has been a successful year. though not without its problems, and wa now
have a sound basis on which to build for the fuiure.

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
Our purpose and actlvities
Our purpose is to njn two luncheon clubs for the communication of Alresford and Brightlingsea.
The 5uncheon clubs provide esFe¢ially for the isolated. elderly and disabled.
We have a weekly raffle at both of these events.
We also have a charity shop for th8 purpose of raising funds to supplement thé costs of the
luncheon clubs. The shop sells disabiltty aids and equipment at low Gost.
AGhi8vements and perfonnance
We have increased our fundraising income as outlined above. When we were allowed to restart the
luncheon clubs, attendance vms quickly back to earlier levels. The shop achieved increased sales
over the previous year. Our financial position improved strongly giving us a 501id base with which to
Move forward.
Flnanclal revlew
As at 1 st April 2021 our total cash balances were..
(Including 1 Alc £17,028.84)
£21.201.52
100 Club
£466.04
Transport AJC
£303.94
Reserv8 Alc
£4,170.66
A8 at 31st March 2022 our total cash balances were.
IlnGluding 1 Alc £21,016.02
£21,531.48
100 Club
£6.00
Transport AJC
£6,042.44
Reserve Wc
£4,171.C
Inv8$tmont powers pollcy
NIA
Ro8ervè8 pollcy and going concern
The charity does not have a reserves policy although rt Is our intention to introduce one.
We do have sufficient balanrxs in our accounts to cover contingencies.
The reserve policy, when introduced will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis ang reported
at the AGM.
Plan for thè luture ol Tha Autumn Centre
To consolidate our financial positon through increased fundraising and applying for grants where
avaliable. To increase our shop sales, ￿VIewIng stock reguarly to cater for demand.

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
Risk management
Mini bus drivers are fully trained in the use of the tail Itft and side doors and in helping the escorts in
handling clients on and off the mini buses.
Escorts are fully trained in the handling of dients arKI hel￿.ng them safely into their wheelchairs and
on l off the mini buses.
A fully qualified carer is responsible for the Care of the clients, helping with toileting, cutting of f¢Jod,
removin9 Outdoor clothing and seats'ng at the meal tables. She is also qualtfied in First Aid.
Cooks are fully qualified in all aspects of catering including h8alth and hygiene and the
management of the kitchen staff.
In the chanty shop and the office the Administrator ensures the￿ is safe entry and adequate space
for manoeuvrabillty of the staff.
By order of the board of trustees
2nd October 2023
Dat8
G Scott- Chair

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
I report on the accounts of The Autumn Centre for the year ended 31 March 2022 which are set
onpages6to 11.
Respective responslbillties of trustsos and examlner
The Charlty's Trustees a￿ responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charlty's
Trustees consider that an audrt is not required for this year (under section 144 (2) of the
Charities Act 2011 (The Act) but that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by tha Charfty
Commissioners (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charltles Act. and
To state whether particular matters have Come to my attention.
Basi8 of Independent examinevs Statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directlons given by the
Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept
by the Charity and a ￿mpariSOn of the accounts presented with those record8. It also
includes consideration8 of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking
explanations from you as trustees conceming any such matters. The procedures
undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would b8 required in an audit and
consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Independent examinerfs statement
In the course of my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which
gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the
Charities Act,. or
Ihe accounts did not accord with the accounting records: or
the accounts did not comply wrth the applicable requirements COn￿rnIng the
fonn and content of the accounts set out in the Chariti6s (Accounts and
R8POrts) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts gtve a
true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent
examination.
I have Come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention
should be drawn in Ihis report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts
to be reached.
David Courtier F
Community360
Winsley's House.
AAT
for and on behalf ot.
treet, Colchester, Essex
Date 16/io /z3

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
(INCORPORATING THE INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
2022
2022
2022
2021
Notes
Incomlng resource8
Incoming resources from gènerating funds".
Donations and legacies
Charilable activities
Fundraising income
Investment income
3,005
45.996
3.839
3,005
45,996
3,839
6,256
25,351
1,041
Total Incomlng resources
52,840
52,840
32,650
Ro8ourco• gxpond•d
Costs of charitable actfvitieg
Total re8ourc•8 expended
37.476
37,476
37,476
37,476
20.558
20,558
Net Incom￿(8X￿n8e} for the year
15,364
15,364
12.092
Prior year adjustment
Transfers be￿n funds
7,906
2.532
7,906
(2.532)
Net movement in funds
25,802
(2,532)
23,270
12,092
Reconclliatlon of fund$
Total Funds BIFwd
14.622
4.499
19,121
7,029
Total Funds CIFwd
1,967
All of the chanvs activities derive from continuing operations during the above two periods.

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2022
2022
2021
Not•s
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
Current assets
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
Stock
10
1,550
2,066
11
1,500
31.746
7,906
41,151
310
1,500
21,981
23,481
6,425
Credltors: amounts falllng wlthln one ygar
Net current a88ets
12
40,841
17,056
Net totsl assets
Funds of the GhaTIty:
R•presentsd by:
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
40,424
1,967
14,622
4,499
Total fund8
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Thé financial 8tatem8nts on pages 8 to 11 V￿re approved by the trustees and signed on thglr
their behalf by..
G Scott, Chair
Date: 2nd October 2023

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
l A¢countlng pollchs
Statement of compliance
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting
by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practicè applicable to charities preparing their
accounts in accordance with Ihe Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland {FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)- {Charib'es SORP (FRS 102)),
the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).
They also comply Trmth the Companies Ad 2006 and Chanties Act 2011.
1.2 Outgoing M8ource8
Ex￿ndItUre is included in the accounts on an accruals b83is, irrecoverable VAT is
included as incurred.
1.3 Going concern
The trustees consider that there are no matenal uncertaints'es about th8 charity's ability to
conllnue as a going concem nor any signific8rrt are88 of unoertainty that affect the
carrying value of assets held by the charity.
1.4 Cash Ilow
The financi81 $tatemonts do not indude a cash11(Iw statement because tha ch8rsty. as
small rèporting entity, is exempt from tha requiremant to prepare such 8 gt8t8ment under
Flnanclal Reporting Standard 1 "Cash flow statements".
1.5 Income and endowménts
ASI in¢om8 is recognised onc& th& charity has entitlement to the income. it is
probable that the income will be received and the amount of the income receivable
can be measured reliabty. Investment income is recorded when receivable.
1.8 Tangibla Ilxod a88ets and deproclatlon
All assets costing more than £100 are capttalised. Depreciation is charged on a reducing
balance basis at 20% per annum for equipment and 25% per annum for vehicles.
1.7 Taxatlon
Family Support Brightlings8a TA The Autumn Centre is a registered charity and accordingly
is exempt from tsxation on its Income and gains where they ar8 applied for charitable ,
PUfPOS8S.
1.8 Fund aceountlng
Unrestricted Funds are funds received which have no restrictions placed on their use and
are available to spend on a¢tMties that further any of the PUTP¢)ses of the charity.
Restricted Funds are funds which are to be used for purposes as speCif￿d by the funder.

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
2. InGomg from donallons and l•gaci08
2022
2022
Unrostricted Restrictsd
2022
Total
2021
Total
Donations r8cewable
3,005
3,005
6,077
3. Incomo from ¢harltable aclfvltles
2022
2022
Unrostrlctsd Rostrlct
2022
Total
2021
Total
Grants receivable
Luncheon clubs & tea
Transport
Minibus appeal
Sales
100 club
16,218
15.190
1.720
16,218
15,190
1,720
3.012
20,484
5,994
12,888
12,868
5.229
763
4S,996
46,996
4. Fundral•lng Income
Unr•strl¢ted Restrictod
2022
2022
Total
2022
Total
2021
Fundralsing
2,434
6. Invastmont Incomo
Unrn8trfctod Rostrict•d
2022
2022
Total
2022
Total
2021
Interest rec8Nable
10
6. Expèndlturn on charltable aGtivEiles Unrestricted R•8tr1¢tsd
2022
2022
Total
2022
Total
2021
LunGheon club & teas
Cooks and carers
Transport
Fundraising costs
Shop purchases
100 dub prvzes
Support costs (not8 7)
10,736
4,206
2,301
1.339
3.135
10,736
4,206
2,301
1,339
3.135
15.359
11,161
3,926
200
270
15,758
37,476
15,758
37,476
51,124

THE AUTUMN CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
7. Support Costs
Unrestricted Restrlcted
2022
2022
Totsl
2022
Totsl
2021
Other wag8S
Premises expenses
Insurance
Office costs
Professional fees
Donations
Repairs
Depreciation
8.491
8,078
1,124
713
380
8.580
1,782
3,640
445
795
8,580
1,782
3,640
445
795
74
899
517
15,758
517
8. Staff Costs
The numbtsr of stsff employed by the organisation is as follows:
Total
2022
Total
2021
Members of staff employed
9. Key management per3onn•l
There were Nil members of paid staff classed as key management personnel. Twstees acted a8
key management personnel but received no remuneration for their work.
10, Tanglblo fixod aM•ts
Offlco
Equlpm•nt Equlpm•nt
Vohlcl•8
Totsl
C08t
As at 1 April 2021
As at 31 March 2022
Dopreclatlon
As at 1 April 2021
Depreciation Gharge for year
As 8t 31 MarGh 2022
Net Book Value
45,238
45,238
2.082
2.082
507
507
47,827
47,827
43,172
517
43,68g
2,082
507
45,761
517
46.278
2,082
507
As at 31 March 2022
1.550
1,550
As at 31 March 2021
2,066
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THE AUTUMN CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022
11. Dèbtors: amounts fallbng due wlthln one yoar
2022
Total
2021
Total
Prepayments
1,500
1,SOO
1,500
12. Credltors: amounts falling du• wlthln one year
2022
Total
2021
Total
Accruals
Deferred income
310
425
6.000
310
13. Analpls of fund8
Balance as In¢oming Outgolng
Balance as
at 01104121 resource8 re8ourc08 Tran8f•rs at 31103122
Unr98trlct￿ funds
14,822
52,840
(29,570)
2,532
40,424
Re8trfctsd fund•
Minibus appeal
Unknown
Totsl
1.967
2,532
4.499
1,967
2.532
(2,532)
1,967
Total
19 121 62,840
29,570
The brought foNiard balance of £2.532 was detemiined to be unrestricted funds, and
therefore a transfer has been made to refiect this.
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