Alternatives Activity Centre
ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2023
Charity Registration Number: 1086981 Registered Company Number: 4075948
www.alternativesderby.com
Alternatives Activity Centre ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2023
Contents
Section 1
Mission Statement Introduction & Background
Section 2
Who We Are
Section 3
Chair’s Report for 2023
Section 4
Activities & Services
Section 5
Service Manager’s Review of 2023
Section 6
Section 7
Section 8
Staff Contribution to Report Service User Contribution to Report Our Thanks
Section 9
Annual Accounts for 2023
Alternatives Activity Centre ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2023
Centre Hubs Address:
Telephone: Email Address:
Alternatives Activity Centre
The Watson Rooms @ St. Augustine’s Church Upper Dale Road Derby, DE23 8BP Derby (01332) 774300 alternatives123@yahoo.com
Training Shop Address: 21-23 Chapel Side, Chapel Street Spondon Derby, DE21 7JQ Telephone: Derby (01332) 660536 Email Address: alternativescharityshop@yahoo.co.uk House Six Address: 6 Chapel Side, Chapel Street Spondon Derby, DE21 7JQ Telephone: Derby (01332) 660536 Email Address: alternatives123@yahoo.com
Website: www.alternativesderby.com
Charity Registration Number: 1086981 Registered Company Number: 4075948
Section 1
Introduction & Background
Alternatives Activity Centre is a registered charity that provides support for adults with learning disabilities in the form of activity-based hubs, a training shop, an independent living skills house and community support.
2023 was our 33[rd] year of delivering services in Derby for adults with learning disabilities. We are extremely proud of all our achievements.
Our Hubs, Training Shop and HOUSE SIX which are staffed by a highly skilled team of paid employees, volunteers and students aim to work with each individual Hub User or Learner to enable them to develop, grow and achieve their full potential. Interventions with each individual focus on ensuring that they achieve something real and meaningful from each session.
We aim to develop and increase;
▪ self esteem and confidence
by joining in group and individual craft activities, discussion groups, music/dance/singing groups, volunteer duties, learning new things, experimenting with ‘taster’ sessions, problem solving, speaking up (self advocacy) etc ▪ independence skills
by joining the cookery group, shopping project, using the phone, using the computer/ipads and the Internet, etc
▪ employability skills
by learning about work, being a volunteer at the Hubs & the weekly Church café (The Gathering Place) or as a learner in the Training Shop, problem solving, speaking up (self advocacy) etc
- creative skills
by joining in our craft workshops, music groups, contributing to pieces of artwork for displays, etc
- independent living skills
by learning all types of home skills within our own independent living skills setting
We aim to promote:
▪ healthier lifestyles
by joining in fitness sessions, our music/exercise groups and relaxation group, using exercise equipment, walking groups, basketball, healthy options in our Coffee Bar, health promotion information, health promotion visitors and via our community support programme at the gym and swimming pool.
Alternatives Activity Centre was first registered as a charity in 1990 after a steering group was set up by professionals in the field of learning disabilities. Later in 2001, it became a charitable company. The Memorandum and Articles of Association state clearly how Trustees are recruited. The board provides a full induction for new Trustees and an introduction to the decision-making processes. Ongoing training and development for all Trustees is both available and encouraged. A training needs analysis/skills audit is carried out regularly. One person from the original steering group remains on the Board of Trustees today. The Committee is made up of representatives from our user base, parent/carers, former staff, education and social work professionals. Several staff members regularly attend and contribute to trustee meetings.
The aims and objectives of Alternatives today still reflect the original Mission Statement that was compiled by the steering group following their research into the needs of people with learning disabilities. Our services help to reduce the risk of social isolation for many people who use them and we work with each individual to build confidence, self-esteem and to improve/increase/retain the skills essential to cope with day to day life.
2023, like 2022, was a very challenging year financially due to the cost of living crisis, inflation etc.
’ 2023 also saw the thirteenth birthday of the ‘Training Shop . This project offers training placements for adults with learning disabilities within our own charity shop. This project complements the preparation for work skills we offer at the Hubs. The shop is now an established 6 day per week service.
The Centre Hubs offer development opportunities in a unique, supportive community-based environment on three weekdays between 9.00am and 3.00pm. Around 20-25 people per day use the Hubs from a user group of around 55 individuals.
In 2023 saw the second anniversary of our purchase Number 6 Chapel Side, a three bedroomed house we use for training independent living skills. This service is called ‘House Six’.
Section 2
Section 2
TRUSTEES, STAFF, VOLUNTEERS & STUDENTS IN 2023
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
| Chair: | Hilary Marshall |
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| Vice Chair: | Gez Grimes |
| Treasurer | Hannah Gotheridge |
| Secretary: | Alex Marshall |
| Trustees : | Azeem Ghaffar |
| Laura James | |
| Amanda Murton | |
| Linda Murton | |
| Richard Moylan | |
| STAFF | |
| Chief Executive Officer | Belinda Hadfield |
| Centre/Hubs Manager | Natalie Graham |
| Hubs Support Workers | Sarah Brookes |
| Satia Chohan | |
| Liane Clay | |
| Sam Elliott | |
| Rebecca Elyard | |
| Jo Evans | |
| John Graham | |
| Kai Greenwell | |
| Rose Meehan | |
| Amy Palmer | |
| Victoria Pavlou | |
| Sam Saccone | |
| Maureen White | |
| Contractor – Art/Craft | Mel Allen |
| Charity Shop & Training Centre | Manager Jo Evans |
| Assistant Shop Manager | John Graham |
| Shop & House 6 Training Staff | Sarah Brookes |
| Satia Chohan | |
| Liane Clay | |
| Sam Elliott | |
| Rebecca Elyard | |
| Kai Greenwell |
Britt Hadfield Natalie Graham Rose Meehan Jane Morrison Amy Palmer Victoria Pavlou Liz Piggott Sam Saccone Victoria Turner
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS
Sarah Brookes Sam Elliott John Graham Kai Greenwell Natalie Graham Amy Palmer Victoria Pavlou Victoria Turner Sam Saccone
VOLUNTEERS
Satia Chohan Gez Grimes Dave Hadfield Janine Riminton
Louise Wardle (student on placement and then a volunteer)
Support Staff not employed by Alternatives but whom work on site and whose contributions we appreciate:
Wayne Hallam Awinga Obed
PRESIDENT
Jane Jones
Section 3
Chair’s Report for 2023
Another exciting and successful year, not without some difficult challenges, but one in which Alternatives has again progressed, and learned from them. Covid has struck again during the year, but its severity and duration has diminished. As an organisation we continue to be vigilant.
We have had some success in claiming back payments from Derby City Council. Sadly, there are still some outstanding. Belinda continues her amazing efforts, not only to balance the books, but support new activities and opportunities for our learners, despite shortages in funds. It’s wonderful that we’re so close to paying off our CAF [Charities Aid Foundation] loan at the end of February 2024. It seemed like such a daunting prospect when we first took it on 3 years ago, but what has been achieved with the addition of House6 has been worth every uncertainty!
In July I was asked to judge the ‘Creation from a Donation’ competition at the shop/House6. This was great fun, but very hard to judge as all the entries were ingenious and of a very high standard. Over the year, amongst other things, we have celebrated the Coronation – with a fabulous ‘street’ party upstairs in the church (a triumph of organisation!), our annual Glasternatives festival - with the usual colourful outfits and painted faces; and a spooky Hallowe’en.
We have raised money for Macmillan and Alzheimers Research; sold hand-made poppies for the Royal British Legion, and the staff raised money for Headway by not sending Christmas cards. It was decided to downscale the Christmas activities for the learners this year, and as a result things were calmer, enjoyed just as much, and everyone had a special treat.
There have been several staffing changes and additions across all three sites during the year. Sam E and Kai have been appointed (from January 2024) as Assistant Managers at the Centre Hub and Spondon respectively.
Assessment of risk and awareness of hazards is constant. Accident and incident books exist for all three sites and are read, checked and signed off by me on a regular basis. [Up to date at the time of the completion of this report.]
As an organisation we continue to pursue and attend ‘marketplace’ events, with a view to reaching new potential learners, and an opportunity arose over the summer for me to make some links with the NHS on behalf of Alternatives, specifically through the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, Patient Experiences Committee. I have met with two members of staff, one based in Derby
and one in Burton. They are keen to visit us and find out what we do first-hand, so a meeting has been arranged in February at the Centre Hub initially, for them to talk directly with staff and learners. This is our chance to give adults with learning disabilities more of a voice, especially when visiting or being admitted to hospital. I’d be happy to hear from anyone with feedback, good or not so good, suggestions or ideas about their NHS experiences, for me to take back to the Patient Experiences team.
As always, we are extremely grateful to local businesses and individuals who have supported us throughout the year, whether this has been financially or by giving their time and skills, including a drone inspection of the House6 roof to investigate a leak in the bathroom ceiling, which turned out to be a drainage rather than a roof problem, and the filling in of the holes in the car park behind St Augustine’s.
As always, my thanks to all the learners at all three sites who make the most of the opportunities offered to them. Thanks to all the relatives, carers and friends who make this possible.
Thanks to Belinda, all the staff and volunteers, my fellow trustees, members of the church staff, and anyone who has supported Alternatives in any way over the last year.
Hilary Marshall
Chair of the Trustees
Report completed 24.1.24
Section 4
Summary of Activities in 2023
2023, like 2022, continued to be challenging. The cost of living/inflation affected us in many ways, however we managed to run safe and successful services throughout the year.
During the year we improved our website which provides information of what we do and photo evidence of our achievements. The website can be found at: www.alternativesderby.com .
The Activity Hubs Services:
Throughout the whole of 2023 we continued to run two activity services from our base at St. Augustine’s Church. We called the service from the Parish Rooms ‘Upstairs’.
Approximately 6 to 8 people generally are ‘Upstairs’ each session and everyone else remains in the Watson Rooms. Everyone has the chance during each week to attend both areas.
Upstairs:
This area is used on Mondays and Fridays for art and craft activities in the main. On Wednesdays a group of Centre Users work with Church staff to support the catering for their ‘Gathering Place’ café. Various exercise and learning activities take place on Wednesdays after the Gathering Place.
The Watson Rooms:
The Watson Rooms Hub continues to offer a huge variety of opportunities to users over all three days supported by all of the staffing team at various times throughout the week.
Many activities have been introduced or developed over the year. These have included;
Independency Skills:
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Cookery (hot and cold; starters, main courses, desserts, snacks, creating a packed lunch)
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Menu planning
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Nutrition
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Ingredient recognition
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Vegetable preparation
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Accessing local supermarkets (our shopping project)
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Making and using a shopping list
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Finding products
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Comparing for value/freshness/offers
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Paying for and packing purchases including using self check-outs
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Loading and unloading shopping and putting everything in its correct place
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Checking that we use the oldest products first
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Contributing to group discussions
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Turn taking
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Not interrupting
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Listening to views of others
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Questioning
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Answering questions
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Basic literacy and numeracy practise
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Money skills
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Using computers effectively
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Speaking up (self-advocacy)
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Problem solving and managing conflict
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Getting help with problems via using the phone and Internet ▪ Gardening, grounds maintenance and recycling
Creative Skills to Increase Confidence and Self Esteem
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Music groups
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Jewellery making
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Collage
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Mural design
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Knitting & rug making
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Card making (using a variety of techniques)
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Canvas painting
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Christmas decoration making
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Fabric printing
Exercise and Promoting Healthier Lifestyles
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Basketball
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Boxing
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Table Football & Swingball
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Chair exercises
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Dance exercise groups
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Yoga
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Joining in the Relaxation group
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Walking groups
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Balloon badminton
Employability and Vocational Skills
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Volunteering in our Coffee Bar & The Gathering Place
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Developing customer service skills
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Volunteering in our Training Shop (see separate section below)
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Using computers/iPads effectively
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Developing an understanding of Health & Safety
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Speaking up (self-advocacy)
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Problem solving and managing conflict
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Getting help with problems via using the phone & Internet
We improved the Hubs environment
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We continued with our commitment to recycle, re-use and reduce waste
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We replaced and upgraded our displays
The shopping project runs all year and is very useful for teaching valuable life skills including how to be risk-aware in the community.
The Pets as Therapy service provides an excellent opportunity for our users to spend time with very a friendly dog and to learn more about the responsibilities and rewards of pet ownership. Janine bought Billy in several times.
Throughout this year we have spent much more time in small groups out of the hubs base. We have visited local museums, art events in the Cathedral, garden centre trips, inclusive cycling, etc. Photos throughout this report show what an exciting time we have all had.
This was our programme of the special events during the year.
| Month | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January | Memorial for Alison and Lisa Friday 27th |
Selling cakes and Singing karaoke to raise money for The Alzheimer’s Society. |
| February | Valentine’s Day Monday 13th |
Valentine’s Disco, decorating ‘Love Biscuits’ Everyone to wear red or pink |
| February | Pancake Day Wednesday 22nd |
Cooking and Flipping pancakes a day late. |
| March | Football Tournament | Details to follow |
| March | Derby Museum Trip Wednesday 15th |
A spot of culture and lunch in town. |
| April | Easter Monday 3rd& Wednesday 5th |
Celebrating Easter a little early with a treasure hunt. |
| May | Kings Coronation Friday 5th |
Royal tea party and fancy dress. |
| May | Sports Day Monday 22nd |
Competitive Sports Tournament |
| June | ‘Glasternatives’ Friday 23rd |
Our own take on a festival to celebrate Glastonbury, wear wellies and festival wear and enjoy live music and festival food. |
| August | Beach Party Friday 18th |
BBQ, Beach Fancy Dress. Ice Cream Van |
| September | Pyjama Day Monday 26th |
Cake and Party Games Those that wish to wear pyjamas and slippers (Donations to a worthy cause, to be decided in chillout). |
| October | Halloween Disco Monday 30thOctober |
Spooky tunes and Fancy dress. |
| November | Friday 24th Bush Tucker Trial |
Gruesome foods to sample |
| December | Monday 18th Wednesday 20th Friday 22nd |
Carols, Mince pies and mulled ‘wine’ Buffet and Disco Party Games and Chips Christmas Jumper competition each day! |
The Training Shop services:
We opened our Training Shop in November 2010. It is located in the village of Spondon in a precinct of mixed businesses/shops.
The shop has been well received by the local community who have been supportive on many levels, for example, buying second hand goods that are for sale and donating goods to be processed for sale.
There are placements available for adults with learning disabilities who want to learn the skills required to work in a charity shop. Shop Leaners can attend for a half or full day. The shop is open for trading Mondays to Saturdays.
This training shop, we believe, is a major success. There is no other service in Derby like it and positive feedback from the general public and our shop customers has been overwhelming!
We have made some internal adjustments during this year to both increase and alter the working spaces in the training area. All areas of the shop are now effective and set up to ensure our learners have super spaces in which to carry out their tasks.
HOUSE SIX:
In 2021 we secured the purchase of 6 Chapel Side –a 3 bedroomed maisonette over the row of shops where our Training Shop is.
House Six learners have access to five rooms in which to learn a huge variety of independent living skills or to contribute to the training shop (for example; we have an Ebay sales preparation room and a furniture renovation room).
Many of the House Six activities are similar to those listed above under the Watson Rooms section.
Community Support:
We ran supported sessions for Gym attendance and swimming during the week and occasionally other events such as indoor football and inclusive cycling.
Our Community Presence
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We joined in the Spondon Christmas Lights evening
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We watered the Spondon precinct flower beds throughout the summer
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We continued to help with the maintenance of the grounds and flowerbeds of St.Augustine’s Church and ensured the external areas remained free from litter
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We raised over £350 for a variety of charities over the year; Alzheimer’s Society Friends of Spondon Parks Royal British Legion – Poppy Appeal Macmillan Cancer Support – Coffee Morning Headway
Section 5
Service Manager’s Review of 2023 and plans for 2024
The Annual Report and Annual General Meeting are the opportunities we have to look back at the last calendar year and examine our achievements. It is also the time to recognise and record the individuals and organisations that have helped us to achieve our aims. The photographs section of the report shows what we achieved in 2023. Section 8 of this document contains a list of thanks to all those who have supported us during 2023. My apologies go to anyone I have forgotten to include.
As always, I would like to thank the Management Committee for their support, encouragement and commitment throughout 2023.
2023 was just as challenging and exciting as 2022 but we did some great things and are very proud of all of our achievements.
The displays of our art and craft work at the Hubs remain amazing. Mel and other staff have introduced us to a wide range of creative ideas, many of which we had not tried before.
There has been an amazing variety of activities across all services as the previous section of the report details.
In January we had a celebration event to remember Alison and Lisa and raised money for Alzheimer’s Research.
In March we helped to support Spondon’s parks and green spaces by dressing the shop window displays in green and all learners and staff wore green for the day. We were able to make a small contribution to Friends of Spondon Park from staff, learner and customer donations.
In May at the Hubs we had a celebration to commemorate the coronation of King Charles. During June we had a sports day and also our fantastic annual ‘Glasternatives’ event. Later in the year we had ‘Beach Day’ which this year had to be inside due to inclement weather.
All sites joined in ‘wear your pyjamas day’ to raise money as part of the Macmillan event at the shop.
We had fun too at Halloween with fancy dress and plenty of spooky activities.
Christmas was fun across all sites with activities and celebratory treats.
We continued to support the catering for St. Augustine’s Church ‘Gathering Place’ café on Wednesdays. This is proving a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with the Church and local community.
We had several fundraising events during the year raising money for extremely worthy causes at the Shop this included Poppy sales for the Royal British Legion and a cake sale for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Staff also made donations in lieu of not sending Christmas cards and this money was given to Headway.
We opened the shop on the evening of the Christmas lights switch on in Spondon which was, as always, a fantastic evening attended by hundreds of people.
All in all, a fantastic year full of meaningful and exciting activities supported by an amazing staffing team. We record any compliments we receive over the year in our Committee Meeting minutes and in 2023 we had so much positive feedback from our learners, parents, shop customers, volunteers etc all praising the work of our staff and the organisation as a whole. It is an absolute pleasure to work alongside all of you. Thank you so much for your contributions. You are appreciated and respected highly.
Belinda Hadfield Service Manager
Service Manager’s Review – Statistics
Below I have detailed how long each of the staffing team has been with Alternatives (including time as a volunteer if applicable):
| Name | Length of Service at end of 2023 |
|---|---|
| Belinda Hadfield | 28 years |
| Maureen White | 26½ years |
| Satia Chohan | 23¾ years |
| Natalie Graham | 23 years |
| Jo Evans | 13½ (& 10½ years past service) |
| SamanthaElliott | 13¼ years |
| BrittHadfield | 13¼years |
| Jane Morrison | 13`¼years (& 6¾ years past service) |
| Kai Greenwell | 12½ years |
| John Graham | 10¼ years |
| Mel Allen | 7 years 3 months |
| Sam Saccone | 6 years and 9 months |
| Rebecca Elyard | 6 years and 3 months |
| Amy Palmer | 6 years |
| Sarah Brookes | 4 year and 4 months |
| Liane Clay | 1 year and 11 months |
| Rose Meehan | 1 year and 6 months |
| Victoria Pavlou | 1 year and 4 months |
| Liz Piggott | 1 year and 2 months |
| Victoria Turner | 2 months |
| Vicky Thomas | 9 months |
I think this table further demonstrates that working at Alternatives is rewarding in many ways.
Here is a list of everyone who has been a paid employee of Alternatives during the last 30 years (not in order) (apologies if I have missed anyone).
| Myself | Kate Grailey | Sandy Sanders | Jo Evans |
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| Natalie Graham | Jane Morrison | Maureen White | Satia Chohan |
| Richard Moylan | Sam Elliott | Britt Hadfield | Kai Greenwell |
| John Graham | Stef Hahn | Sara Owen | Jane Penny |
| Hannah Lloyd | George Whittingham | Charlotte Wroe | Carla Bazeley |
| Julie Shortland | Anne Haxell | David Yale | Abu Nsubuga |
| Marion Slater | Leila Renshaw | Amanda O’Rourke | Schani Caves |
| Alex Smith | Karen Gibbons | Debbie Hirst | Sam Cook |
| Chantelle Bardouille | Val Travers Muir | Gurpreet Johal | Adele Taylor |
| Chris Buttery | Emma Goldsney | Eileen Egan | Louise Partlow |
| Lisa Waugh | Suzanne Ashman | Pam Woodman | Mel Allen |
| Amy Smith | Sam Saccone | Rebecca Elyard | Amy Palmer |
| Caroline Wheway | Sarah Brookes | Liane Clay | Rose Meehan |
| Victoria Pavlou | Liz Piggott | Vicky Thomas | Victoria Turner |
and all of our Centre Users who worked for us on Stage 1 of our Employment Scheme.
Section 6
Staff Contribution
I first started working for Alternatives after finishing my A-Levels. It began as a summer job before I left for university in 2022. I quickly realised that university at this time wasn’t the right path for me. I started working in the education sector, in secondary schools for six months. I returned to Alternatives the following summer and felt so delighted to be back that I felt destined to work in social care. I have been inspired, and constantly entertained by the learners and wouldn’t be anywhere else! Their stories have led me to apply for university again. This time a ‘Social Work’ course seemed apt – which I hope to start in the autumn of 2024.
As I began working at Alternatives in a relief capacity, I have been involved in all services, including the Activity Hubs, Training Shop, House 6 and Community Support. I have enjoyed working with such varied groups in such varied ways and believe it has allowed me great experience that will set me up on the journey that will benefit my future career. Since being a contracted member of staff, it has allowed for me to build close, concrete relationships with the learners and other members of staff, leading me to support individuals to achieve specific objectives and feel pride when they do so. Being spread across the whole organisation so frequently allows me to witness the incredible creativity and lovely atmosphere, so unique and special to this field. Seeing the staff overcome numerous obstacles with the goal in mind to ensure everyone’s happiness and development had been a great experience and does not receive enough credit in the eyes of society.
I have gained substantial personal and professional growth from this position in terms of confidence, knowledge and compassion. As well as attaining friendships and role models which will last a lifetime. I hope to be involved with the future of Alternatives in some capacity for a long time to come and wish the organisation nothing but the best when I move on with my career that it has inspired for me.
Rose Meehan
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Section 8
0ur Thanks
FUNDERS, DONORS & SUPPORTERS in 2023.
We would like to extend our thanks to all of the following organisations and individuals for their contributions that were all very appreciated during 2023 (some received in 2022).
Included on this list are some of the individuals who have offered help, advice and support in a variety of ways during the year.
Thanks to:
Awards for All – The National Lottery THANK The Arnold Clark Foundation
The B & Q Foundation YOU The Charities Aid Foundation CAF Bank Jill & Richard Comer Derby City Council – Adults, Health & Housing Dianne and John Clarke East Midlands Airport Community Fund Frances & Trevor Nash Foundation Derbyshire Gez Grimes – money raised in memory of Julie Janine and Billy (Pets as Therapy) Jewellery Lady St. Augustine’s Church Mark Harrison – Midlands Accountancy Services (pensions support) Mencap The James family Leeds Building Society The Masons - Derbyshire Margaret Mowles-Derby Community Accountancy Service Mark Newey-Derby Community Accountancy Service Jenny & Gill Orme The Screwfix Foundation The Severn Trent Water Community Fund The community in Spondon Everyone who has given goods for our charity shop
and finally, thanks again to the current staff and volunteer team who work so hard to ensure that our excellent service levels are maintained.
Section 9
Annual Accounts for 2023
On the following pages are extracts from Alternatives Activity Centre’s accounts for the period 1[st] January 2023 to 31[st] December 2023.
The accounts were produced by Derby Community Accountancy Service.
The accounts were signed on behalf of the Treasurer prior to the Annual General Meeting.
Alternatives Activity Centre
Balance Sheet as at 31st December 2023
| 2022 £ Fixed Assets 99400 Land & Buildings Note 5 Current Assets 331663 Bank Balance 3156 Debtors and prepayments Note 6 42 Cash 434261Total assets less liabilities -39736 Creditors<1 Yr Note 7 Total assets less Current Liabilities -6000 Creditors>1 Yr Note 8 388525 Net Assets Represented by Funds 2757 Restricted Funds Note 9 210768 Unrestricted Funds 175000Designated Fund Note 4 388525 |
2023 £ 99400 295737 8406 170 |
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| 403713 -12427 |
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| 391286 0 |
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| 391286 | |
| 834 215452 175000 |
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| 391286 |
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Statement of Financial Activity
For year ended 31st December 2023
Designated Unrestricted Restricted
2022 Funds Funds Funds 2023
£ £ £ £ £
Charitable Income
10665 Grants Note 1 0 0 3480 3480
258 Donations 0 555 0 555
91276 Fundraising Income Note 2 0 90920 0 90920
278620 Sundry Income Note 3 0 279298 0 279298
173 Interest 0 1604 0 1604
380992 0 372377 3480 375857
Charitable Expenditure
254159 Salaries & Associated Costs 0 292680 1608 294288
45238 Premises, Rates & Insurance 0 40072 0 40072
7044 Postage, Stationary & Telephone 0 5936 0 5936
2114 Professional Fees & Subscriptions 1425 0 1425
2659 Travel 0 3857 0 3857
9852 Equipment & Maintenance 0 6210 1360 7570
10152 Provisions 0 11588 2434 14022
380 Sundries 0 743 0 743
50 PPE 0 0 0 0
3750 Interest on Loan 0 1623 0 1623
335398 0 364134 5402 369536
3510 Cost of Managing & Administering 0 3560 0 3560
the Charity
0 Cost of Generating Funds 0 0 0 0
338908 0 367694 5402 373096
42084 Surplus/(Deficit) for Year 0 4683 -1922 2761
346441 Fund Balance at Start of Period 175000 210768 2757 388525
0 Transfer Between Funds 0 0 0 0
388525 Fund Balance at End of Period 175000 215451 835 391286
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| Notes | to the Accounts | to the Accounts | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note 1 | 2023 | 2022 | ||||
| Grants received consisted of | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| Together Fund | 0 | 3480 | 3480 | 0 | ||
| MencapRound The World Challenge | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1273 | ||
| Arnold Clark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 750 | ||
| Lets Get Digital | 0 | 0 | 0 | 599 | ||
| National Lottery (22) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4317 | ||
| Foundation Derbyshire | 0 | 0 | 0 | 800 | ||
| East Midlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 236 | ||
| Leeds BuidingSocietySoc Grant | 0 | 0 | 0 | 290 | ||
| B &QFoundation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2400 | ||
| 0 | 3480 | 3480 | 10665 | |||
| Note 2 | ||||||
| Fundraising | ||||||
| £ | ||||||
| Coffee Bar and Centre shop | 2103 | |||||
| Spondon Shopand other sales | 88817 | |||||
| 90920 | ||||||
| Note 3 | ||||||
| SundryIncome | £ | |||||
| Fee income | 279298 | |||||
| 279298 | ||||||
| Note 4 £95,000 has been reserved to cover costs in the event of business closure. |
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| £80,000 has been reserved to cover the future costs for the shop project. | ||||||
| Note 5 Fixed Assets |
Land & Buildings |
Equipment | ||||
| £ | £ | |||||
| Cost as at 31 December 2022 | 99400 | 35375 | ||||
| Additions | 0 | |||||
| Cost as at 31 December 2023 | 99400 | 35375 | ||||
| Depreciation b/fwd | 0 | 35375 | ||||
| Depreciation thisyear | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Total Depreciation | 0 | 35375 | ||||
| Net Value at 31 December 2023 | 99400 | 0 | ||||
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Note 6
Debtors and prepayments
£
Rent paid in advance 8406
8406
Note 7
Creditors<1 Yr
£
HM Revenue and Customs -6427
CAF Loan -6000
-12427
Note 8
Creditors>1 Yr
£
CAF Loan 0
0
Note 9
Restricted Funds
Balance B/f Income Expenditure Transfers Balance C/f
£ £ £ £
National Lottery (22) 1162 0 -1162 0 0
Mencap Round The World Challenge 1345 0 -510 0 835
B & Q Foundation 250 0 -250 0 0
Together Fund 0 3480 -3480 0 0
2757 3480 -5402 0 835
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