Charity Number 1076692 ARMLEYHELPING HANDS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 ARMLEY HELPING HANDS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 CONTENTS Page Company Information Trustees, Report 4-11 Reserve Policy and Risk Management 12 Independent Examiner's report 13 Statement of Financial Activities 14 Balance sheet 15 Notes to the accounts 14-20 ARMLEY HELPING HANDS COMPANY INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 TRUSTEES Hazel Boutle David Boutle Sue Sander Louise Pashley Michael Wood Andrew Parnham Councillor Lou Cunningham Councillor Ann Forsaith Helen Fay MicheLle Atkinson Niki Clayton Chair CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Ms Dawn Newsome REGISTERED OFFICE Strawberry Lane Community Centre Strawberry Lane Leeds LS12 1SF CHARITY NUMBER 1076692 ACCOUNTANTSAND INDEPENDENTEXAMINERS Astraea Accountants Ltd 81A Town Street Armley Leeds LS12 3HD 31PaLre ARMLEY HELPINGHANDS TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31" MARCH 2024 sl The trustees present their reportforthe year ended 31 March 2024. Objects and prlnclpal activltles of the charity The charity's objects are to provide facilities to advance the education, recreation and leisure time activities the elderly in and around the Armley and Wortley districts of Leeds 12, in the interest of social welfare with a vlew to improving their quality of life. Organisatlonal Structure In accordance with its Constitution the charity is managed by its trustees, who are elected bythe rnembers. The trustees meet on 8 Bi- monthly basis forthis purpose and are assisted by volunteers. Day to day running of the charity is overseen bythe Chief Executive Off icer, Dawn Newsome. The trustees and m8nagement are grateful forthe contribution that the staff and volunteers make towards the day to day planning and running of activities and for their commitment to providing a quality service to older people and their carers. Trust688' responslbllltle8 lor the flnancial statements Charity law requlres the trustees:. To prepare flnanci81 statements which show a true and fairview In preparingfinancial statements To select suitable accounting policies and applythem on a consistent basis To make judgments and estimates that are prudent and reasonable To prep8re the accounts in accordance with the methods and principles set out in the SORPAccount- ing alld Reporting by Charities Trustees are further required; To keep proper accounting records To safeguard the 8ssets of the charity and take reasonable steps for the prevention of fraud and other irregularities 411)agL Armley Helplng HandsTrustees Report 2023-24 ArmLey Helping Hands (Charity No 1076692)) is a registered charity SUPPOrting older people in the ArmLey & Wortley District of Leeds, West Yorkshire. It was established in 1995, in response to the Community Care Act by a group of local people and community activists. They were concerned about the welfare of local older people, living in very deprived inner-city areas of Leeds. Community Care grants were available, via Leeds City Council and the initial steering groups successfulLy applied and this enabled them to employ their first worker Dawn Newsome in 1995. Our project has grown. in response to the needs and aspirations of local older people. We have carefully listened to our members (older people) and tried to respond appropriately, by providing a range of Se￿ices, advice. support and varied social and healthy living activities, enabling older people to live independently and to pro-actively participate within their own communities At the same time, we have worked very hard, to raise the necessary resources- people, funding and volunteers to enabLe us to offer a professional and comprehensive support network. Key issues faced by people as they get older in Armley and Wortley are: increasing frailty, increase of individuals with memory loss, dementia and other health issues, victim of crime reduced income and, often, less resilience to the changes and challenges of these issues leading to Loneliness and isolation. Armley Helping Hands is committed in addressingthese issues by providing a quality and effective service to older people. The charities pride themselves on being able to consult with Service Users, Carers, Partnership 8gencies, professionals and the general public to evaluate existing services and identify the needs of the local community. The charity's protocol is to be the first point of contact for older people, carers looking back over our many years of neighbourhood work with older people, we are proud of our achievements and below are samples of our successes and key strengths. Working in 8 W8y that values the contributions of older people, empowers our local communities and promotes reciprocity. We are classified as a Neighbourhood Netwoik (NNS) by Leeds City Council, the Charity has a long-established relationship with Leeds City Council in which we have succeeded in maintaining a Service Level Agreement from 1995 to 2010; In 2010 we secured a 5 years Commissioned Contracts with 8 3 Year extension. Which was review8d and re commissioned 2018 Consistently raising funds/grants from national charitable trusts and other agencies and including Leeds City Council Contract and local community fundraising eventslactivities and working closelywith local care partnership Armley Helping Hands is highly recognised both locally and nationally and we have been presented with a selection of awards including Award of excellence from Leeds Adult and Health Community Engagement and Diversity: _ working in partnership with the community and listeningto what people in the cornmunity need. EnabLing them to maintain their independence and develop a sense of community ownership. A key element of this work is the partnership with local schools, educational facilities and faith establishments where we have enabled aLI groups to engage and develop relationships within the local community and tackle key issues and concerns. Enthusiastic partnership and engagement with local business in the city: _ Developing voLunteer programmes with Farnell's PLC, Leeds Teaching Hospital. Leeds City College and 51PaLie local business, to develop staff outside of the workplace format and to improve their competencies as well as their relationship with the community that they Live and work in and also to improve the company's relationship and reputation within the city. Ability to secure 'in-kind' offers for social and community activities from a wide range of partners including strength and balance Sessions run by Active Leeds and Leeds united Reputation: _ Our reputation is strong, offering a high-quaLity service to people has enabLed us to gain respect. trust and belief in us, within our local communities and city wide Excellent knowledge of the community sector. and empowering local people to be active within their local communities. The charity prides themseLves on providing cost effective service to our older people, enabling individuals to access service without the financial barriers. As Government budget cuts hit statutory providers of care we are picking up the pieces and working with older people with multiple health and social problems. We are successfully involvingthem in activity groups and also giving relevant advice and support and liaisingwith other agencies on their behalf. We have been able to deliver all existing services and activities to oLder people in the community. when many services in Leeds and nationaLIy where under review and restructured, enablingthe older person and the community to have some continuity in their day to day living. We have a proven track record, in terms of working successfully with local older people over 29 years. We are confident, in our ability to engage with younger older people and provide a range of interesting opportunities, if we have the added capacity of a dedicated member of staff. Our work will not be in isolation as we have strong Links with Statutory service, Thirds sector and local health service8 and we will be part of the mix of services in the future that will form the proposed New Models of Care. We offer services that can prevent demand on primary and secondary health care, providing 8UPPOrt for individuals with non-medical issues and creating positive pathways for individuaLs to make the most of their lives. Understanding the community. within the area of benefit of our organisations is an essential starting point We help older people, carers, family members and the local community to build the confidence and motivation they need to be able to reach their potential and lead positive lives. We harness and grow the talents and skills in our population, give local residents the confidence to participate and build social networks and create a safer and stronger community where older peopLe and residents feel empowered and confident to be part of a community, we will offer supported access to a range of activities and volunteering opportunities. Maln objective of Armley HelpSng Hands in 2023-24 To maintain Long term funding and work in collaboration with our key statutory and voluntary partner to secure funding to enhance the quality of care and services to our older peopLe. To provide and expand provision to deliver community base services and activities that meets the need of our older people, families, carers and the ever change needs of our community To continue accessing additional funding to cover running cost to reduce the financial cost to the older person To continue to secure funding to provide job security and livingwages To implement a robust financial plan taking into account the present financial climate, Statutory service core funding and Minibus deprivation To start the legal pathway in charity becoming a Community Interest Organisation in line with charity commission guidelines. This will be completed with the guidance and instruction of Wrigley SoLicitors. 611)age Armley Helping Hands Board of Trustees ArmLey Helping Hands Board of Trustees are a group of elected or appointed individuaLs. They're all responsible for the governance and strategic direction of an organisation, and hold legal liability. To govern a charity means to: Furthering the charity's overall purpose, as set out in its governing document, and setting its direction and strategy. Making sure the work of the Gharity is effective, responsible and legal. Safeguarding people as well as finances, resources and property and making sure they're used to further the charity's purposes. Being'accountable, to those with an interest or stake in or who regulate the charity. Being clear about the people who carry out work for the charity- trustees, staff, volunteers- setting up and respecting boundaries between the governance role of the board and operational or day to day matters. The Charity Trustees, who seNed during the year and up to the date of this report Name Role Experlence Local older resident. Community Mrs Hazel Boutle Representative Chair Mrs Susan Sander Vice Chair Local residentlcarer, Human resource Mr David Boutle Secretary Local older residentlcarer, Community representative and Trustee Local Resident. nurse and elected CouncilLor Councillor Lou Cunningham Ann Forsaith Retired Teacher and elected Councillor Miss Niki Clayton Local Resident with Long term disabilities Councillor Andrew Parham Local Resident, Paid Carer and elected Councillor Miss Helen Fay Local Resident. Paid Carer Michelle Atkinson Retired Commissioner of Adult and Health Armley Helplng Hand Appointed Team members (pald) ArmLey Helping Hands employed 10 paid worker in 2023-24 financial year to enable us to provide a quality support and interactive seniice to older people living in ArmLey and Wortley and west wide through the Enhance project. Paid staff is dependent on core funding resource from which the salary is paid. The Chief Executive off icer and Staff Funded by Leeds City Council are on a permanent contract subject to funding. All other staff are on limited period contract of 12 month. All Support Workers and Transport Drivers employees are paid a livingwage, staff in roles with management responsibilities and responsibilities are paid in accordance with Local Authority NJC scale. Role Working paid hrs Funded by Chief Executive Off icer 37.5hrs Leeds City Council Enhanoe Coordinator 37.5hrs Leeds Community Health Care Trust & LOPF 71Pagc Enhance Support worker 28 hrs Leeds Community Health Care Trust & LOPF Enhance Support worker Community Activity lead Officer 28 hrs 21 hrs Leeds Community Health Care Trust & LOPF Leeds City Council Transport Lead Off icer 26 hrs Leeds City Council Transport Driver 26 hrs Self-Funded by client contribution Transport Driver 28 hrs Leeds Citycouncil Community Engagementworker 28 hrs Leeds City Council Community Eng8gement Worker 30 hrs Armley Primary Care Network -NHS England The Trustees have conducted their own review of the major risks to which the charity is exposed and estabLished systems to manage those risks. As it can be seen from the financial statements the charity is almost wholly reliant of Leeds City CounciL for its core funding. Due to the present financial strain in statutory service and no commissioned contract increment in line with the present cost of Living. to ensure the charity continue to provide a living wage to their employees, the charity will be taking a £4655.32 out of our reseNes in financial year 2024125. Employees Reserve Pollcy and Risk Management - Charity reserves 2023-24 Cost of Living Salary increment 2024125 not covered by core cost Staff Contract termination (based on 12-week notification) 4,655.32 54,105.44 Staff Redundancy 38,339,11 Total 97,099.87 Armley Helplng Hands Freelance Worker ArmLey helping hands continue to appoint 3 freelance worker who all have a key role within the organisation to ensure a seamless service Philip Cave IT Consultant and Specialist providing the charity IT, Telephone, Charity Database social media platforms and IT training. Average engagement with in the organisation a minimum 3 hrs perweek Charity bookkeeper providing on average 4 hrs perweek financial management Our Health and Wellbeing coordinator delivering a minimum 5 exercise and tai chi session to our older person on a weekly basis Lou Cannon Audreywilliam Armley Helplng Hands Volunteers Our 23 volunteers (all ages and ranging in age from 18 to 90s years old) are our most valuable resource help us provide a very successful activities and service 5 days a week to older people and help us run groups, trips, parties and administrative help when needed. Our volunteers, projects enable us to respond to community need in innovative ways and meet social gaps, provide social, environmental and economic benefits. Overall, this contributes to economic regeneration reversing the spiraL of decline within our communities and opening up opportunities to employment. 8 |1) £6600 representsthe costs of free overnight parkingtorthe charity's mini buses at the premises of Farnell's Electronics. The same amount is included in expenditure. NETOUTGOING RESOURCES FOR THEYEAR The net outgoing resources forthe year are stated after charging: 2024 2023 Depreciation of tangible assets for use bythe charity 2282 Accountancy 3000 Independent Examiner's fee 750 3265 3000 750 STAFFING COST AND NUMBERS Staff costs were as follows; 2024 2023 Wages and salaries Social security costs Penslon Contributions 171141 12172 147896 11655 The average weekly numberof employeesduringtheyear, calculated on the basisoffulltime equiv81ents, was as follows: 2024 6.00 2023 6.00 Charitable work- actlvities for the elderly Administration TRUSTEES No renumer8tion or expenses were paid to trustees in the year. 18 |1)ic ge ARMLEY HELPING HANDS NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Garage Property Plant & Equipment Motor Vehicle Computer Equipment Total COST Balance at 31103123 5250 Addition81 {disposalsl Balance at 31103124 525 DEPRECIATION Balance 8t 31103123 5250 Charges forthe ye8r On disposals Balance at 31103124 525Q 9083 57150 9927 81410 5537 280 52744 1102 8108 900 71639 2282 NET BOOKVALUE At 31103124 At 31103123 DEBTORS AND PREPAYMENTS 2024 2023 Prepayments & Debtors CREDITORS Accruals & Creditors 11. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BY FUND Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Tot81 Tangible fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities 9427 230794 753 9427 230794 68 191P¢lge ARMLEY HELPING HANDS NOTES TO THEACCOUNTS FOR THEYEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 12. MOVEMENTSIN FUNDS Balance Movement in Resources 0110412023 Incoming Outgoing 8alance 3110312024 Leeds Bere8vement Forum ArmLey Primary Care Armley Action Team NHS Health Equality Over Night Parking Premises Expense 0.00 1000 11290 3925 0.00 15500 6600 1000 11290 3925 14926 15500 6600 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 14926 Restricted Funds Unrestricted Funds 14926 2272fi4 38315 53241 0.00 12. INDEMNITY INSURANCE Indemnity insurance has been purchased at a cost of É1176 (2023 £1090) to protect the ch8rity, trustees and officers from loss arlsing trom the neglect or default of the trustees or off icers. 20IPage