**Annual Report 2024-2025** 

**Registered Charity No: 1089188** 



## **CONTENTS** 

## Beliefs and Values 

Trustees, Staff and Volunteers 

Chairman’s Report 

Treasurer’s Report 

Moments in the life of H.A.D 

Manager’s Report 

Key Achievements Moments in the life of H.A.D 

Fundraising & Project Lead Report Quotes from Clients 

Thank Yous 

## **In Loving Memory of David West - H.A.D Treasurer** 

Our 2024-2025 Annual Report is in memory of David West our Tresurer who sadly passed away in February 2025. David was a great Treasurer on the H.A.D Board of Trustees. David kindly gave over eleven years of his time, energy, and heart to our Charity. 

He was much more than just a Trustee - he was a friend, a steady support, and someone who truly believed in what we do. 

We’re so grateful for everything he brought to our organisation and to all of us personally. 

His commitment will always be remembered with great affection and is sadly missed by all the staff and trustees of H.A.D. 



## **Beliefs and Values** 

## **Our Vision** 

To enable and inspire people with disabilities and those that support them to lead fulfilled and inclusive lives with dignity and respect. 

## **Our Mission** 

To improve the quality of life and provide opportunities for people with disabilities and those that support them by encouraging active participation in their community. To provide them with a voice, choices, and control over their lives. 

## **Our Values 'WE CARE'** 

**W** elcoming H.A.D is committed to creating a culture of warmth and belonging, where everyone is welcome. 

**E** nabling H.A.D is committed to the participation, involvement and development of all beneficiaries, staff, trustees and volunteers. 

H.A.D is committed to treating everyone we come into **C** aring contact with as an individual and with care. 

H.A.D is committed to treating people equally and opposes **A** nti-Discriminatory discrimination in all circumstances. 

H.A.D is committed to promoting respect, honesty and **R** espect integrity in dealings with its beneficiaries, staff, trustees and volunteers as well as its partner organisations and the public. 

**E** mpathy H.A.D is committed to an approach that focuses on an individuals need. 

## **Objectives of the Association** 

To aim to meet the needs of people with physical and sensory disabilities and carers over the age of 18 years living in the London Borough of Havering. 

To promote the relief of their distress and suffering. 

To provide an organisation that will work in partnership with individuals, statutory bodies, voluntary organisations, groups of voluntary organisations, consortia and other organisations to meet the needs of people with disabilities and carers. 

To refer or signpost people and organisations who contact the Association to appropriate sources of help where needed. 




## **Trustees** 

**Chairman** Pam Light **Vice Chairman** Christine Smith **Treasurer** David West           (Deceased February 2025) Neil Thorogood   (Appointed January 2025) **Trustees** Wendy O’Regan Andrew Longhurst Ian Rudder Linda Treherne Paul Chapman Kristian Croad     (Appointed January 2025) 

## **Staff** 

**Manager** 

Cheryl Cable 

**Project Lead** Nicola McGhee 

**Community Inclusion Officer** Denise Hanrahan **Community Inclusion Officer** Vikki Clarke **Outreach Officer** Suzanne Talbot 

## **Patrons** 

Julia Lopez MP 

Mike Brace CBE DL Councillor Philippa Crowder 

## **Volunteers** 

**We are so grateful for our team of volunteers who support H.A.D on a daily basis. Their dedication, positive energy and commitment is the foundation of our success.** 

**Their abilities to take on new tasks and adapt to changing situations, is always commendable.** 

**We are proud to have you all on our team.** 

**Here are a few pictures of just some of our volunteers.** 

**Thank you to you all.** 



## **’ - Chairman s Report Pam Light** 

We’ve had an eventful year, with both highs and lows. 

Sadly, in February 2025, we lost our much-loved Treasurer, David West, after a short illness. This was a great loss to the staff and Board of Trustees at H.A.D. David gave over eleven years of his time volunteering on the Board. 

When I was appointed Chairman of H.A.D in 2016, I felt both honoured and a little apprehensive about taking on the responsibility of leading the team and guiding the organisation into the future. I need not have worried — David was always there to offer guidance, share his perspective, and lend his unwavering support. We didn’t always see eye to eye, but our mutual respect meant that every discussion led to a constructive outcome. Together, we built a strong partnership, working collaboratively to move H.A.D forward and ensure a positive future for the charity. 

David’s passing came as a profound shock to us all. He is deeply missed — both for his dedication and for the warmth and wisdom he brought to everything he did. 

Our Fundraising Golf Tournament at Maylands Golf Club was very successful and enjoyed by all who took part. It was the biggest of our fundraising events this year, organised by Nicola and the team with great enthusiasm. We are also very grateful to the many local organisations who have supported us with donations, including West & Co, Co-op, Asda, the Worshipful Company of Coopers, and The Ford Britain Trust. 

The team, who are extremely motivated, have also run a series of one-off events and Supper Clubs throughout the year. Nicola’s Friendship Club at MyPlace continues to be a great success and is enjoyed by an increasing number of attendees. 

My thanks, as always, go to our wonderful team — Cheryl, Nicola, Denise, Vikki, and Suzanne — who continue to surprise us with their innovation and energy. Thank you! 

And finally, a very big thank you to all our volunteers, who are always there when needed. We couldn’t do it without you. 

Pam Light Chairman 



## **Treasurer’s Report for year ended 31 March 2025** 

## **2025 Year end** 

Income funding from the Local Borough was similar to the previous year with funds for the Warm Space initiative continuing, and a grant from Ford Britain Trust.  General fundraising was the main area where Income was higher than the previous year with a number of positive features including our third Golf Day which again was a great success.   There were also some individual fundraising efforts such as runners in The Big Half and the office staff Walking the Thames Bridge Trek there was and a good number of other smaller donations. Overall, H.A.D Income for the year to 31 March 2025 amounted to £131k around the same as last year. 

Costs for the financial year £134.5k reflecting the impact of inflation on our costs and an increase in grant monies utilised during the year. 

Overall, we had a small deficit in the year of £3k which left us with reserves at the year-end at a level of £214k. Of this total amount £142k is designated as Free/Unrestricted which is the amount available to support the charities operations should we find ourselves in times of difficulty or wish to support the extension of the services we offer. 

## **Longer-Term Outlook** 

Our financial performance to date has remained positive as we move throughout the year. We still face headwinds in the current year such as the impact of inflation on our running costs. However, the team led by Cheryl, continue to work hard to find ways of offsetting these additional costs where they can by finding more affordable methods of running the services we provide. 

We continue to look at fundraising opportunities and have several events planned. 

As always, our thanks go to our funders and many supporters – all the funds provided or generated are very much appreciated. 

I would again add thanks to the staff, volunteers, service users and supporters of H.A.D for their ongoing support which is extremely important to everyone involved with H.A.D. 

## Neil Thorogood 


Treasurer 



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## **Manager's Report** 

As I look back on another year of our services, I can take time to reflect on the incredible impact that we’ve all made together. Through our hard work and effort, Havering Association for People with Disabilities (H.A.D) has continued to empower adults living with a disability to live fulfilling lives, make new friendships and learn new skills. 

I will be forever grateful to my small team; all have gone above and beyond in their support and shown strength and resilience throughout the year within their roles. 

We also have a brilliant team of volunteers and to show our appreciation we nominated Glynis Youngs our amazing Arts & Crafts volunteer for a prize of a weekend away from ‘Room to Reward’. This is a great collective effort of being able to appreciate our volunteers and the great work they do for Charities. 

H.A.D provides various activities throughout the year. Our Arts & Crafts allow the creativity of our clients to flourish, and our Social Groups encourage friendships and help increase social inclusion. 

In addition to our regular classes, we have hosted Garden Parties, Day Trips to Walton on the Naze. Our Evening Supper Clubs give our clients an opportunity to socialise in a safe space. We are grateful to be supported with these by The Coopers Coborn & Company School and The Worshipful Company of Coopers. 

We were successful in obtaining small grants from Co-op Community Fund, Asda, Ford Britain and London Borough of Havering for Warm Spaces Project. 

**From a recent survey 94% of people rated our services high quality or above** 

**28,000 given in donations. Thank you to each and every person who donated** 

**90% of clients reported a positive impact on their health and well - being** 



**- Key Achievements in 2024 2025** 

## **Program Reach and Growth** 

**Total Individual Served :** 668 adults with disabilities received direct support and services from our organisation this year. 

**Expansion of Programs** – Growth continued in outreach programs, including MyPlace Social activities and Chair based exercise. 

**Advocacy Program** – Working in partnership with Peabody and Havering Citizens Advice supporting Havering Residents. 

## **Social and Recreational Program** 

C **ommunity Activities** – We held 412 activities throughout the year with 5274 attendances. 

**Volunteer Engagement** – We currently have 23 Volunteers 

## **Fundraising** 

**Events** - We were honoured to be chosen as one of the Havering Mayor’s Charities of the Year. A successful Charity Golf Day.  Some of the office staff took on the Thames Bridge Trek covering 25km. Three volunteers running in The Big Half Marathon and an Afternoon of Clairvoyance. 

## **Looking Ahead 2025-2026** 

As we look to the future, we are focusing on: 

**Core Funding -** with the withdrawal of local authority funding from January 2026 we would be looking to secure new core funding 

**Program Expansion** – Looking into new ways to incorporate Youth Services Provisions as a New Project within H.A.D 

**Partnerships** – Partnership working with local Voluntary Sector Services and Businesses 

**Advocacy** – Continue the programs with Citizens Advice 

**Fundraising** – Looking for new and innovative fundraising ideas 

Thank to you our  supporters, we couldn’t achieve these amazing highlights without the generosity of our fundraisers, volunteers and the community. Your commitment to our mission helps us continue to serve adults with disabilities. 

Thank you to the H.A.D Team, without your commitment to your job, H.A.D would not be the place it is today. 

Cheryl Cable Manager 



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## **Fundraising & Project Lead Report** 

Our regular groups are still going strong at Whittaker Hall, along with The Friendship Café at MyPlace in Romford. This continues to run with the support of NELFT funding as a welcoming “Warm Space.” 

Our seated exercise class at St John’s Church is also thriving and growing each week! 

We had a lovely visit from “Antique Ann,” who brought along some fascinating old items to test our knowledge — it was great fun guessing what they were used for! 

The students from The Coopers Company and Coborn School have continued to be a big part of our activities. Not only have they cooked delicious meals and entertained us at our supper clubs, but they also treated everyone to an outdoor choir performance in the garden. Our clients enjoyed the music while sampling tasty cakes baked by the children. 

We’ve also been busy attending community events to share more about what we do. This included the Havering Over 50’s Forum, Dementia Action Alliance Information Day, and the Routes 4 Life Adult Transition Events. 

In September, we enjoyed our annual coach trip — this year to Walton-on-theNaze! We strolled along the promenade to the pier, explored a bit, we sat and tucked into our packed lunches. On the way home, we couldn’t resist stopping for ice creams and doughnuts — the perfect end to a wonderful day out. 

December was full of festive fun! The Coopers Company and Coborn Choir returned to perform for our second “Carols in the Garden” event, which brought the community together beautifully. Our Christmas Party at The Cranleigh, Hornchurch, was another great success — though sadly our last one at that venue. We rounded off the season with three busy days of buffet-style Christmas lunches for our clients, spreading joy and good company all around. 

Nicola McGhee Project Lead 




## **Some quotes from our Clients** 


**----- Start of picture text -----**<br>
It’s fun and i’ve<br>made friends.<br>gets me out of<br>the house<br>The day trips and Xmas<br>parties gives us an<br>opportunity to mix with<br>other groups<br>If i wasn’t coming<br>to H.A.D i wouldn’t<br>go out of the<br>house<br>The activities are<br>cheap so this<br>enables me to<br>attend more<br>sessions<br>Finding out about<br>this place has been<br>a lifesaver.<br>I like to spend time with<br>my friends and i like<br>coming to H.A.D to bewith them.<br>I like to learn to make different<br>enviroment.<br>and fascinating artwork. We all<br>collaborate together in a friendly<br>days<br>Enjoy mingling with people<br>and going on Computers.Going in the garden on sunny<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>





**Vir2ue Communications. GBP Estates. The Worshipful Company of Coopers. The Coopers Coburn & Company School. West & Coe. Ford Britain Trust Co-op Local Community Fund. Adsa Foundation Community Champions. And to all our individual donors.** 

**Havering Association for People with Disabilities** would like to thank all of our Charity partners, business partners, supporters, volunteers and our clients for all their support throughout 2024-2025 

## **We look forward to working with you all in the coming year!** 



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## **VISIT US** 

**Whittaker Hall 1a Woodhall Crescent Hornchurch Essex RM11 3NN** 

**Phone number: 01708 476554** 

**Email : admin@hadhavering.co.uk** 

**Reg.Charity No: 1089188 Company No: 4204554** 



**Annual Report 2024-2025** 

**Registered Charity No: 1089188** 



## **CONTENTS** 

## Beliefs and Values 

Trustees, Staff and Volunteers 

Chairman’s Report 

Treasurer’s Report 

Moments in the life of H.A.D 

Manager’s Report 

Key Achievements Moments in the life of H.A.D 

Fundraising & Project Lead Report Quotes from Clients 

Thank Yous 

## **In Loving Memory of David West - H.A.D Treasurer** 

Our 2024-2025 Annual Report is in memory of David West our Tresurer who sadly passed away in February 2025. David was a great Treasurer on the H.A.D Board of Trustees. David kindly gave over eleven years of his time, energy, and heart to our Charity. 

He was much more than just a Trustee - he was a friend, a steady support, and someone who truly believed in what we do. 

We’re so grateful for everything he brought to our organisation and to all of us personally. 

His commitment will always be remembered with great affection and is sadly missed by all the staff and trustees of H.A.D. 



## **Beliefs and Values** 

## **Our Vision** 

To enable and inspire people with disabilities and those that support them to lead fulfilled and inclusive lives with dignity and respect. 

## **Our Mission** 

To improve the quality of life and provide opportunities for people with disabilities and those that support them by encouraging active participation in their community. To provide them with a voice, choices, and control over their lives. 

## **Our Values 'WE CARE'** 

**W** elcoming H.A.D is committed to creating a culture of warmth and belonging, where everyone is welcome. 

**E** nabling H.A.D is committed to the participation, involvement and development of all beneficiaries, staff, trustees and volunteers. 

H.A.D is committed to treating everyone we come into **C** aring contact with as an individual and with care. 

H.A.D is committed to treating people equally and opposes **A** nti-Discriminatory discrimination in all circumstances. 

H.A.D is committed to promoting respect, honesty and **R** espect integrity in dealings with its beneficiaries, staff, trustees and volunteers as well as its partner organisations and the public. 

**E** mpathy H.A.D is committed to an approach that focuses on an individuals need. 

## **Objectives of the Association** 

To aim to meet the needs of people with physical and sensory disabilities and carers over the age of 18 years living in the London Borough of Havering. 

To promote the relief of their distress and suffering. 

To provide an organisation that will work in partnership with individuals, statutory bodies, voluntary organisations, groups of voluntary organisations, consortia and other organisations to meet the needs of people with disabilities and carers. 

To refer or signpost people and organisations who contact the Association to appropriate sources of help where needed. 




## **Trustees** 

**Chairman** Pam Light **Vice Chairman** Christine Smith **Treasurer** David West           (Deceased February 2025) Neil Thorogood   (Appointed January 2025) **Trustees** Wendy O’Regan Andrew Longhurst Ian Rudder Linda Treherne Paul Chapman Kristian Croad     (Appointed January 2025) 

## **Staff** 

**Manager** 

Cheryl Cable 

**Project Lead** Nicola McGhee 

**Community Inclusion Officer** Denise Hanrahan **Community Inclusion Officer** Vikki Clarke **Outreach Officer** Suzanne Talbot 

## **Patrons** 

Julia Lopez MP 

Mike Brace CBE DL Councillor Philippa Crowder 

## **Volunteers** 

**We are so grateful for our team of volunteers who support H.A.D on a daily basis. Their dedication, positive energy and commitment is the foundation of our success.** 

**Their abilities to take on new tasks and adapt to changing situations, is always commendable.** 

**We are proud to have you all on our team.** 

**Here are a few pictures of just some of our volunteers.** 

**Thank you to you all.** 



## **’ - Chairman s Report Pam Light** 

We’ve had an eventful year, with both highs and lows. 

Sadly, in February 2025, we lost our much-loved Treasurer, David West, after a short illness. This was a great loss to the staff and Board of Trustees at H.A.D. David gave over eleven years of his time volunteering on the Board. 

When I was appointed Chairman of H.A.D in 2016, I felt both honoured and a little apprehensive about taking on the responsibility of leading the team and guiding the organisation into the future. I need not have worried — David was always there to offer guidance, share his perspective, and lend his unwavering support. We didn’t always see eye to eye, but our mutual respect meant that every discussion led to a constructive outcome. Together, we built a strong partnership, working collaboratively to move H.A.D forward and ensure a positive future for the charity. 

David’s passing came as a profound shock to us all. He is deeply missed — both for his dedication and for the warmth and wisdom he brought to everything he did. 

Our Fundraising Golf Tournament at Maylands Golf Club was very successful and enjoyed by all who took part. It was the biggest of our fundraising events this year, organised by Nicola and the team with great enthusiasm. We are also very grateful to the many local organisations who have supported us with donations, including West & Co, Co-op, Asda, the Worshipful Company of Coopers, and The Ford Britain Trust. 

The team, who are extremely motivated, have also run a series of one-off events and Supper Clubs throughout the year. Nicola’s Friendship Club at MyPlace continues to be a great success and is enjoyed by an increasing number of attendees. 

My thanks, as always, go to our wonderful team — Cheryl, Nicola, Denise, Vikki, and Suzanne — who continue to surprise us with their innovation and energy. Thank you! 

And finally, a very big thank you to all our volunteers, who are always there when needed. We couldn’t do it without you. 

Pam Light Chairman 



## **Treasurer’s Report for year ended 31 March 2025** 

## **2025 Year end** 

Income funding from the Local Borough was similar to the previous year with funds for the Warm Space initiative continuing, and a grant from Ford Britain Trust.  General fundraising was the main area where Income was higher than the previous year with a number of positive features including our third Golf Day which again was a great success.   There were also some individual fundraising efforts such as runners in The Big Half and the office staff Walking the Thames Bridge Trek there was and a good number of other smaller donations. Overall, H.A.D Income for the year to 31 March 2025 amounted to £131k around the same as last year. 

Costs for the financial year £134.5k reflecting the impact of inflation on our costs and an increase in grant monies utilised during the year. 

Overall, we had a small deficit in the year of £3k which left us with reserves at the year-end at a level of £214k. Of this total amount £142k is designated as Free/Unrestricted which is the amount available to support the charities operations should we find ourselves in times of difficulty or wish to support the extension of the services we offer. 

## **Longer-Term Outlook** 

Our financial performance to date has remained positive as we move throughout the year. We still face headwinds in the current year such as the impact of inflation on our running costs. However, the team led by Cheryl, continue to work hard to find ways of offsetting these additional costs where they can by finding more affordable methods of running the services we provide. 

We continue to look at fundraising opportunities and have several events planned. 

As always, our thanks go to our funders and many supporters – all the funds provided or generated are very much appreciated. 

I would again add thanks to the staff, volunteers, service users and supporters of H.A.D for their ongoing support which is extremely important to everyone involved with H.A.D. 

## Neil Thorogood 


Treasurer 



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## **Manager's Report** 

As I look back on another year of our services, I can take time to reflect on the incredible impact that we’ve all made together. Through our hard work and effort, Havering Association for People with Disabilities (H.A.D) has continued to empower adults living with a disability to live fulfilling lives, make new friendships and learn new skills. 

I will be forever grateful to my small team; all have gone above and beyond in their support and shown strength and resilience throughout the year within their roles. 

We also have a brilliant team of volunteers and to show our appreciation we nominated Glynis Youngs our amazing Arts & Crafts volunteer for a prize of a weekend away from ‘Room to Reward’. This is a great collective effort of being able to appreciate our volunteers and the great work they do for Charities. 

H.A.D provides various activities throughout the year. Our Arts & Crafts allow the creativity of our clients to flourish, and our Social Groups encourage friendships and help increase social inclusion. 

In addition to our regular classes, we have hosted Garden Parties, Day Trips to Walton on the Naze. Our Evening Supper Clubs give our clients an opportunity to socialise in a safe space. We are grateful to be supported with these by The Coopers Coborn & Company School and The Worshipful Company of Coopers. 

We were successful in obtaining small grants from Co-op Community Fund, Asda, Ford Britain and London Borough of Havering for Warm Spaces Project. 

**From a recent survey 94% of people rated our services high quality or above** 

**28,000 given in donations. Thank you to each and every person who donated** 

**90% of clients reported a positive impact on their health and well - being** 



**- Key Achievements in 2024 2025** 

## **Program Reach and Growth** 

**Total Individual Served :** 668 adults with disabilities received direct support and services from our organisation this year. 

**Expansion of Programs** – Growth continued in outreach programs, including MyPlace Social activities and Chair based exercise. 

**Advocacy Program** – Working in partnership with Peabody and Havering Citizens Advice supporting Havering Residents. 

## **Social and Recreational Program** 

C **ommunity Activities** – We held 412 activities throughout the year with 5274 attendances. 

**Volunteer Engagement** – We currently have 23 Volunteers 

## **Fundraising** 

**Events** - We were honoured to be chosen as one of the Havering Mayor’s Charities of the Year. A successful Charity Golf Day.  Some of the office staff took on the Thames Bridge Trek covering 25km. Three volunteers running in The Big Half Marathon and an Afternoon of Clairvoyance. 

## **Looking Ahead 2025-2026** 

As we look to the future, we are focusing on: 

**Core Funding -** with the withdrawal of local authority funding from January 2026 we would be looking to secure new core funding 

**Program Expansion** – Looking into new ways to incorporate Youth Services Provisions as a New Project within H.A.D 

**Partnerships** – Partnership working with local Voluntary Sector Services and Businesses 

**Advocacy** – Continue the programs with Citizens Advice 

**Fundraising** – Looking for new and innovative fundraising ideas 

Thank to you our  supporters, we couldn’t achieve these amazing highlights without the generosity of our fundraisers, volunteers and the community. Your commitment to our mission helps us continue to serve adults with disabilities. 

Thank you to the H.A.D Team, without your commitment to your job, H.A.D would not be the place it is today. 

Cheryl Cable Manager 



Moments in the life of H.A.D
li

## **Fundraising & Project Lead Report** 

Our regular groups are still going strong at Whittaker Hall, along with The Friendship Café at MyPlace in Romford. This continues to run with the support of NELFT funding as a welcoming “Warm Space.” 

Our seated exercise class at St John’s Church is also thriving and growing each week! 

We had a lovely visit from “Antique Ann,” who brought along some fascinating old items to test our knowledge — it was great fun guessing what they were used for! 

The students from The Coopers Company and Coborn School have continued to be a big part of our activities. Not only have they cooked delicious meals and entertained us at our supper clubs, but they also treated everyone to an outdoor choir performance in the garden. Our clients enjoyed the music while sampling tasty cakes baked by the children. 

We’ve also been busy attending community events to share more about what we do. This included the Havering Over 50’s Forum, Dementia Action Alliance Information Day, and the Routes 4 Life Adult Transition Events. 

In September, we enjoyed our annual coach trip — this year to Walton-on-theNaze! We strolled along the promenade to the pier, explored a bit, we sat and tucked into our packed lunches. On the way home, we couldn’t resist stopping for ice creams and doughnuts — the perfect end to a wonderful day out. 

December was full of festive fun! The Coopers Company and Coborn Choir returned to perform for our second “Carols in the Garden” event, which brought the community together beautifully. Our Christmas Party at The Cranleigh, Hornchurch, was another great success — though sadly our last one at that venue. We rounded off the season with three busy days of buffet-style Christmas lunches for our clients, spreading joy and good company all around. 

Nicola McGhee Project Lead 




## **Some quotes from our Clients** 


**----- Start of picture text -----**<br>
It’s fun and i’ve<br>made friends.<br>gets me out of<br>the house<br>The day trips and Xmas<br>parties gives us an<br>opportunity to mix with<br>other groups<br>If i wasn’t coming<br>to H.A.D i wouldn’t<br>go out of the<br>house<br>The activities are<br>cheap so this<br>enables me to<br>attend more<br>sessions<br>Finding out about<br>this place has been<br>a lifesaver.<br>I like to spend time with<br>my friends and i like<br>coming to H.A.D to bewith them.<br>I like to learn to make different<br>enviroment.<br>and fascinating artwork. We all<br>collaborate together in a friendly<br>days<br>Enjoy mingling with people<br>and going on Computers.Going in the garden on sunny<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>





**Vir2ue Communications. GBP Estates. The Worshipful Company of Coopers. The Coopers Coburn & Company School. West & Coe. Ford Britain Trust Co-op Local Community Fund. Adsa Foundation Community Champions. And to all our individual donors.** 

**Havering Association for People with Disabilities** would like to thank all of our Charity partners, business partners, supporters, volunteers and our clients for all their support throughout 2024-2025 

## **We look forward to working with you all in the coming year!** 



## _STAY IN TOUCH_ 

## VISIT OUR WEBSITE 

## WWW.HADHAVERING.CO.UK 

## SIGN UP 

to receive our newsletter 

## **FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR REGULAR UPDATES** 

**Havering Association for People with Disabilities** 

@ **had_havering** 

hadhavering 

## **VISIT US** 

**Whittaker Hall 1a Woodhall Crescent Hornchurch Essex RM11 3NN** 

**Phone number: 01708 476554** 

**Email : admin@hadhavering.co.uk** 

**Reg.Charity No: 1089188 Company No: 4204554** 



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Report of the Trustees
Independent Examiner's Report
State]nent of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Accounts
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HAVERifqG ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIE4 S
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YE(AR ENDED 31ST IVIARCH 2025
The trustees are pleased to present their report together with the financial statemeiits of the Ch￿lty for th¢ yeai. elided
31st March 2025.
Governing authority
The Charity is registered as No, 1089188 under CEiai'ities Art 1993.
The Charity was incotporated iiiider Companies Act 1985 as a private company, limited by guarantee, on 24th April
2001, and is governed by its Memorandwn and Articles of Association.
Directors und trustees
The trustees qerving during tlie year and since the year end were as follows..
Pam¢la Light- a)airwoman
David West (died 15th March 2025)
Andrew Longhiirst
Christinc Smith
Catherine I￿adin￿n (resigned 26th August 2024)
Ian Rudder
Linda Treherne
Paul Chapman
Wendy O'Regan
Kristiau Crood (appointed 25th January 2025)
Neil Thorogood (appointed 25tli JanuHI'y 2025)
New trustees are only appointed witli the ULianimous a8reeJnent of all existing ti'uste#s.
Committee ot management
The manftEement of the Association's affaii's sliall be v¢sted in Executive Committee.
Whittaker Hall
l a Woodhall Crescent
Hornchurch
Essex RMI 13NN
Registered Office
Bankers
CAF Bank Limited
25 Kings Hill Avenue
Kings Hill
West Malling
Kent ME19 4JQ
Reporting Accountants
Cl&y Ratnage Streven5 & Hills
Construction House
RLinwell Road
Wickford
B5sex SSI17HQ
Objectives and activities
The objects of the Association are to relieve lldults with disabilities and theii- carers living in the London Borougli of
Havei'ittg and whei'e appropriat¢, in tlie surrounding area by the provision of support and sei'vices to provide
activities and facilities with the objeot of improving their quality of life.
The Association provides suppoit. advocacy. infomiation and training to people with disabilities and carers in
Havering.
The Association's inission is 'To improve thÈ giiality of life aF7d provtdÉ oppoi-hinities, for peoi)le Myiili disabililies
and those t17at stippoi'l the1￿ bjp encourasry17g their aclive parlicTpation in Iheir con7niunily. To provide them ivith a
voi.ce, choices and coNtrol GIYEr iheii- lives,

HAVEIIINC ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITII DISABILrrIES
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEEI S
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST I￿IARCH 2025
Organisation
The Association is goven)ed by the trust¢es who meet regularly and are r¢5ponsible foy setting the strategic direction
of the organisation aiid etstablishing policy. The day to day operation of die association is delegated to the
Association's manager.
Review of the past year
During the year the Association continued to provide services to people with disabilities and increased the seTviGes
and training available. The A550ciation Gontinues to adapt its services to fit with the changing needs of clients and
the environment. The Érusfres would like to thank the local authority and funders for their coDtinued support.
Use of assets
The Association's fixed assets consist of items set out iii Note 7 to the accounts.
Dependence on particular donors
The Association is not dependent on regular doiiors.
Events 5inee the year elld
There have be¢n no events subs¢qu¢nt to th¢ year eDd which would inat¢riolly affect the Association's state of affairs
at tliat date.
Availability of assets
We believe that our &ss¢t8 are adequate to meet our obligations it] the forthcoming y¢ar.
Investment powers
Under the Memorandum and Arlicles of AssoGiation, the Cliai'ity has the power to mak¢ any investment wliich th¢
trustees s¢e fit.
Reserves policy
The trustees h&ve established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed oi. invested in tangible fixed
assets held by the Charity should not be less ÉlThn £60,000. At this level, trustees feel that they would b¢ able to
continue the Gurrent activities of the Cliarity in the event of a significant drop in fvnding. whilst Gonsidering how to
replace th¢ funding lost andlor modify the Charity's a¢tivitie5.
The balaiice held at any tinie unrestrict¢d reserves includes the above amount plus additional amounts to cover
impairment of fixed assets and an amount to allow self-m&tGhed fundillg of projects sliould external fundsn8 not be
available.
Risk management
Systeins and procedures have been established to niitigate the risks the Charity faces. External risks to fuiiding have
b¢en identified and this has led to the decision to diversify the charity's thndraising activities.
Internal control ri5k5 al'e niinimised by tlie implenientation of procedures for the authorisation of all transactions and
projects. Procedure5 are In place to eiisiire coinpliance with health and safety for staff, clients. volunteers and visitors
to our prerni5es.

HAVERING ASSOCI
TION FOR PEOPLE wrfH DISABILITLES
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
Public benefit
Witli reference to the gtated objectives and activities, the Charity provides public benefit through the pi'ovision of
prevention services, including infom]atii)n, advice, support, advocacy, peer support, social inclusion and
opportiinLties for people with disabilities residiiig in the London Borough of Havering,
Our trustees aim for Hav¢ring Association For People With Disabilities to be a¢cessible ajid in¢lusivt to all adults
with disabilities &nd individuals can self-refer or be referred tliiough & range of pathways including community
orgaiiisations, health profrssionals, so¢i&l services or friends and family. 'The services provided are in line with the
local authortty Health n"eventstive Strategy.
Public benefit is tlius providing an improved quality of life tl)rough encouraging people with disabilities to
participate in tlie cominunity.
The trustees are acwrdingly able to confIi'm that they liave compli¢d with Section 17 of the 2011 Chai'ities Act to
hav¢ regard to guidance published by the Charity Comtnission.
Statement of trllstees, responsibilities
The trustees (who are also dirertoi's of Havering Association For People With Disabilitkes for the purposes of
company law) are responsible for preparing the Thjstees, Aniiual Report and the fii)ancial 5tateinents in accordance
with &ppliGable law and United Ilingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdorn Genei'ally Accepted Accounting
Practice).
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial stat¢ments for each financial year wLii¢h give a ti'ue and fair
view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources.
including Ihe incoine and expenditur4 of the charitable company for that period. In PTepariDg these financial
statem¢iits, the trustees are requir¢d to..
select suitable accounting poliGi¢S and then apply them consistenily.
observe the iDetl)ods and principles in the Charities SORP.
make judgements and estim&tes that &re reasonable aiid prudent.
state whetlier applicable UK Accoynting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departui'es
disc105ed and explained in tbe fin&iici&l statcments.
prepare th¢ fiiiancial statements on th¢ going concem basis unles5 it is iiiappropTiate to presume that the
charitable company will contTnue in business.
The trustees aTe responsible for keeping proper accoiinting records tliat disclose with reasonable arcuTacy at any time
th¢ financial position of the ¢l)ai-itabl¢ company and enable th¢m to ensure that the financial sLatements coinply with
the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for s￿eguardIng the assets of the charitable company aiid hence
for taking re&sonable steps for the pi'evention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Trustee:
Pamelfi Light
Date: 9" September 2025

INDEPENDE
I XAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEEI S OF
HAVERING A
CIATION FOR PEI OPLE WITH DISABILITIES
FOR THE YEAR EP4DED 31ST MèkRCH 2025
J report on the ac¢ounts of the Association for tlie year end¢d 3 1st MaTGh 2025 which are set out on pag¢s 5 to 12.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and eXami￿e1.
The Charity's trustees are responsible for the pi-eparalion of the accounts. The Cklarity's trustees consideL' that an
audit is not required for this year under S¢¢tion 144 of the Charities Ad 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an indepeiid¢nt
¢xaiiiination is iieeded.
It is my responsibility to:
examine the ac¢ounts under Section 145 of the 2011 ACL
follow tlie pi'o¢edures laid dowii in th¢ General Directions giveii by the Charity Commissioners (under
Section 145(5)(b) of thg 2011 Act). and
to state wh¢ther particular inatters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
My exaininatioll Wa3 oai'iied in accordance with the General DiL'eGtion5 given by the Charity Commission¢rs. An
exaiiiination includes a review of the accounting r¢¢ords kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts
presented with those records. It a150 iJJ¢ludes coiisideration of any unusual iteins or disclosures in the accounts. ￿]d
s¢¢king explanations from you as trustees conoerniiig any such matters. The procedures undeitsken do not provide
all the evideiice that would be requiitd in an Ludit and, consequ¢iit]y, I do not expr¢ss an audit opinion on the view
given by the accouots.
Independent examiner's ststement
In connection with my exwnination, no Enatter come to my attention.,
(l) which gives me reasonable Gause to believe that. in any m&terial respect. the requirem¢nts
to keep aG¢ountsng records in accordancc with Section 386 of the Companies Act 2006. and
to prepaTe account5 which accord with those records and to wmply with tlie accountiiig
requireit)ents of Section 396 of tlie Companie5 Act 2006 and with the methods aiid principles of the
Statement o£R¢conuneiided Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities:
liav¢ not been met. or
(2)
to which, iii my opinion, attentiork should be dr&wn in order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reach¢d.
Clay RatLage Strevens & Hills
Chartered Accountants
Construction House
Ruiiwell Road
Wickfoi'd
Essex, SSII 7HQ
9, Septembei- 2025

HAVERIIYG ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
STATEIVIEI NT OF FINANCIAL ACT
TIES
INCLUDING INCOME AIYD
EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR EIYDED 31ST IVIARCH 2025
Notes
Unrestrieted Designated Restricted Tot91 Fullds ToÉal Funds
Fund5
Funds
2025
2024
Income from:
Donations and legacies
Investments
36,714
3,720
91,023
127,737
3,720
133,905
3,369
Total Income
40,434
91,023
131,457
137,274
I xpenditure on:
Charitable activities
Other
42,735
12,229
71,713
7,877
114,448
20,106
713,455
21,937
Tota] Expenditure
54,964
79,590
134,554
135,392
Net (Expenditure)Ilneome for Year
(14,530)
11,433
1,882
Transter between funds
37,513
(37,513)
Net movement in funds for yw.
22,983
(26,080)
(3,097)
1,882
Reconciliatioii of funds..
Total Funds Brought Forward
119,794
60,000
37,662
217,456
215,574
Total Funds Carried Forward
142,777
60,000
11,582
214.359 217,456
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and Ios5e3 recognis¢d ii) the year.
All incoming resources and ro50urces expended derive from continuing activities.
The notes on pages 7 to 12forR31 pail oftkese accounls.

HAVERING ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIEI S
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025
2025
2024
ote
Fixed Assets
Tangible assets
3,862
1,436
Current Assets
Cash aiid Baiik - Unreslrictsd
Cash and13ank- Restricted
203,099
13,311
183.896
39,156
216,410
223,052
Liabiliti￿. Ainounts lalling due within one year
10
5,330
6,254
211,080
216,798
214,942
218,234
Liabilities: Amounts falling due after
more than one year
li
583
778
r4et Assets
214,359
217,456
Funds
Restricted fiunds
Designated FuL1ds
Unrests'icted Fuiids
14
14
14
lJ,582
60,000
142,777
37,662
60,000
119,794
214J59
217,456
The directors consider that the company is entitled to exemption from t]ie r¢quireinent to liave an audit under the pi'ovisions
of 3eGtion 477 of the Coinpanies Act 2006 ("the Ath") and members l)ave not requii'ed the company to
obtain an audit for tiie year in question in accordaiice witli section 476 of tli¢ A¢t.
Thes¢ accounts are prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the compani￿ Act relating lo sinall
Gompani¢s &iid constitLlte the annual accounts r¢quir¢d by the Companies Act 2006 and are for circulation to members of
the company,
The directors acknowledge tl)¢ir respoiisibilities for complying with the requirements of the Coinpanies Act 2006
with respect to accounting r¢¢ords and the prepai'ation of financial stateinents.
Appi'oved by the Trustees ana sig11ed on tlieir behalf by..
Pamela Light
Trustee;
Date..
9th September 2025
The J?otes on pages 7 to 12forM pair of ihese accounts

RING ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE
ITH DISABILITIES
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 202%
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Preparation
The financial st&tements h&ve been pYep8r¢d in &Gcord&nee with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement
of Recommended Practice applicable to chariti¢s prep&ring their accounts in accordance with the finaiicial
Reporting Standard P4pplic&ble Iti th¢ UII and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102 effective 1 5anuaiy 201 S) Charities
SORP (FRS102) and the Companies Act 2006.
Havering Associ&tion for I)eople with Disabilities Jnettts the definition of a public b"¢nefit entity under FR£ 102.
Assets and IiY4bilities are initially recogilsed at historical cost or traiisaction value uftless otherwise stated iii the
relevant ac¢ountin£ policy note(s).
Reconciliation with previous Generally Accepted Accounting Practice
In applying the accounting policie8 igquiied by FRS 102 the Cliarities SORP FRS 102 no resiatemettt of
comparativ¢ Items was requiTed.
Income
Grants and donations received in respect ot tlie pui'Gliase Df equipment are Tecognis¢d ovei the Ikfe of the equipment,
and tlierefore a propoition of this income is defe1'r￿.
All other income ig fully reGognised when the cliarity has entitlement to the funds.
Expendittiye
Expenditure oll charitable activities includes the Costs of activities undertaken to further the purpos¢s of tlie Cliarily
and their assoGiat¢d support Costs.
Other ¢xpenditur¢ represents thos¢ items not falling into any other heading,
C4sl) #t bank and in hand
Cash at bank and iii hand includes cash and short tenn highly liquid investments.
Creditors and provisions
Creditors and provisions are i'ecogiused where the Chai'ity lias a Present obligation resulting fyom a pA5t event that
will piDb&bly result in the transfer of fvnds to a third and the ainouni du¢ to settle the obligation can be
ID¢asured or estimated reliably. Creditors aiid provisions are nonnally reGognised at tlieir settleinent afflount after
allowing for any trade discounts due.

HAVERING ASSOCIATI
N FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
NOTLI S TO THEI ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
Depreciation
Depi'eeiatioii is cal¢ulated to writ¢ dowii tlie cost or valualion less estimated residual value of all tangible
fLxed assets over their expethed useful lives. Tlie rates and periods gtnernlly applicable are:
250/0 reducing balance
15 years straight lir]e
BqLiipinent
Extension
Reserves
To enable th¢ Association to oontinue to serve p¢ople with disabilities in Havering, thould all or part of the
Association's funding cease, the Association wll hold unrestrictsd reserves of not less thaLI £60,000.
Interest receivable
Interest is in¢luded wlieii receivabl¢ by the CEwity.
Fund accollnting
Funds held by the Charity are either;
Unrestricted general futids
these are fvnds which can be used in accordaiice with tlie churitable
objectives at the disGr¢tion of the trustees.
Designated finds - these are fuiids set aside by th¢ trustees out of unrestricied general fiuids for spcGific
future purposes or pi'ojeots.
Resti'iGted funds
these are funds t]iat ran only be used for particular restricted purposes within the
objectives of the Charity- Restrictions aris¢ when specified by the doi)or or when funds are raised for
parti¢iJlar i'estricted purposes.
INCOME FROM DONATI
NS AND LEGACIIIS
Unr&8tsieted De8lgnated Restricted Total
Fllnds
Funds
Funds
F￿ndS
2025
2025
2025
2025
Total
Fury¢ts
2024
London Borough of Havering
Preveiitioii Services
Warm Sp&ce
79,981
6,000
79,981
6,000
79,978
7,5f)O
Asda Fouiidation GTant
Veolia Cleanway Trust
Voluntary Sources
Coopers
Co-op Local Community
Ford Britaill Trust
Groundwork
1,600
82
182
1,600
82
36,896
J06
43,397
975
1,335
237
375
36,714
500
2,678
500
2,678
36,714
91,023
127,737
133,905

HAVERING ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLK DISABILIT￿5
NO￿1 S TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND LEGACIES (Cont'd)
Donations from Ford Britian Trust and Veolia Cleanway Trust for computers and from Veolia Cleanway
Ti'u5t for CCTV equipment are recognised over tlie life of the equipment and therefore. a proporlion of these
donations have been deforred.
INVESTMENT INCOME
All of the Charity's investment income of £3,720 Q024.. £3, 369) aiises from money held in interest beaTing
deposit accounts.
TURE ON CHARITABLE ACTJVITES
Unrestricted Designated Restricted
Funds
Funds
Funds
2025
2025
EXPEND
Total
Funds
2025
Tolal
FuF7ds
2024
Salaries alld National Insurance
Employee Pension
Rertt and Rates
Light and Heat
Repairs ￿]d Maintenance
Office and Computer Items
nsurance
Staff Training
Prevention Services
26,903
442
3,481
3,864
4,1i82
660
3,250
53
62,118
948
89,021
1,390
3,481
3,864
4,082
660
3,250
249
8,451
79, 983
1,269
3,695
4,665
11,115
J,619
3,092
53
7,964
196
8A51
42,735
71,713
114,448
J13,455
THER EXPILNDITUR
Unrestricted Designated
Funds
Funds
2025
2025
Resti'icted
Funds
2025
Total
Funds
2025
Tolol
Fu.nd
2024
Telephone
Travellii)g Expenses
'lllting, Postage and Stationery
Subscriptioiis
Miscellaneous Expenses
BF4nk Charges
Booldceepllig
Depreciation
Loss on Disposal of Assets
Independent Examiller's Fee
Volunteers, Expenses
Fundraisiiig
Pi'oject Costs
Promotions/Advertlsing
1,489
1,489
1,595
53
3,062
418
1,444
100
956
482
18
1,800
2,611
346
2,473
134
345
2,956
346
2,473
134
794
685
683
270
415
360
47
3,665
1,440
1,800
47
3,665
5,139
578
3,438
8,423
148
S,139
578
12,229
7,877
20,106
21,937

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HAVERII¥G ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPL
WITH DISABIUTIES
NOTES TO THE
CCOIJNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
NET INCOMfl
I XPENDITURE
2025
2024
This is stated aft¢r cl)aYging:
Depreciation
685
482
FL¥ED ASSEI TS
Extensioii
Equipment
Total
2024
Cost
At I st AprÈl 2024
Additions
Disposals
78,942
12,015
3,111
90,957
3,111
91,511
(554)
At 31st March 2025
78,942
15,126
94,068
90,957
De
reciatio
At i ￿ April 2024
Charge for year
Disposals
78,942
10,579
685
89,521
085
89,575
482
(536)
At 31st March 2025
78,942
11,264
90,206
8P,521
Ntt Book Value at 31st March 2025
3,862
3,862
1.436
Tlie extension is to a leasehold pi'operty and therefoi'e its value will be lost if the Association were to be
relocated.
CA
AND BAIqK_ UNRESTRICTEDIDEI SIGNA￿{
2025
2024
No. I Current ￿]d Deposit Accounts
Cash in Hand
202,799
300
183,590
300
203,099
183,896

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H￿vER￿G ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIEI S
NOTES TO THEI ACCOUNTS FOR TIIK YEAR ENDED 31ST ]KARCH 2025
CASH AND BANK- RESTRICTID
2025
2024
No. 2 Account - Transport
No. l Reserve Account Other
Project Cunent and Deposit Accounts
3,281
1,000
9,030
3,281
1,000
34,875
13Jll
39,356
10. LIABILITIES: AMouf+rtS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2025
2024
Accrnals and Deferred Income
5,330
6,254
11. LIABILITIES: AMOUNTS FALL
NG Duri
AFTER M.ORE THAN ONE YEAR
2025
2024
Deferred Income
583
778
12, STAFF CO
TS
2025
2a24
Wages and Salaries
Einployer's Contribution to Pension S¢h¢me
89,021
1,390
79,983
1,269
90,411
81.252
Tlie average number of paid staff for the year was 5 (2024..5) and no employee eanjed in excess of £60,000
per annum.
13.
RUSTEES) REM
RAT
ON AND EXP
NSE
No remunerdtioii, directly or indirectly out of the funds of the Chailty, was paid or payable for the year to any
'ustee oi to any person or persons known to be connected with any trustee.

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HAVERING ASSOCIATION FOR PEI OPLE WTfH DISABILIT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
14.
ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS B Y FUND
Unresti'icted Designated Restricted
Funds
Funds
Fund5
2025
2025
202S
Total
Funds
2025
Total
2024
Fixed Assets
Current Assets
Current Liabilities
Liabilities Greater Than One Year
3.053
143,099
(3,375)
809
13,311
{1,955)
(583)
3,862
216,410
(5,330)
(583)
1,436
223. 052
(6,254)
(778)
60,000
Fund B￿lance
142,777
60,000
11,582
214,359
217,456
15. ANALYSIS OF MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - PREVJOUS YEA
Balance
l April
2023
Funds
31 March
2024
Iiicome Expenditure Transfers
Unrestricted Funds
Designated Funds
Restricted Funds
J03,092
55,000
57,482
46,766
(62,038)
31,974
5,000
(73,354) (36,974)
119,794
60,000
37,662
90,508
215,574
137,274
(135,392)
217,456