Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts Mind In Mid Herts Trustees, Annual Report & Financial Statements Year ended 31 March 2025 Registered Charity Number" 1101678 Registered Company Number.. 04746078 (England and Wales) Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F12748E4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Contents Page Legal and Administrative Information Report of the Trustees 3-16 Auditor's Report 17-20 statement of Finanaal Activitie5 21 Balance Sheet 22 Statement of Cash Flov 23 Notes to the Financial Statements 24-29 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Legal and Administrative Information Mind In Mid Herts is registered as a charity and is a company limited by guarantee governed by its Articles of Association. Company No. 04746078 Charity No. 1101678 ## **Directors/Trustees** The directors of the Charitable company (the Charity) are its trustees for the purposes of charitable law and, throughout this report, are collectively referred to as the trustees. The trustees serving during the year and since the year end were as follows: **Trustees** Narcis Marian Balalau Ian Callaghan Isaac Kenyon Lakshmi Raghavachari Neil Kavin Margereson Paul Ronald (Chair) Danielle Yvette Adams Mary Compton Claire Wilkinson John Alexander Blain Ian Robert Callaghan Rachel Chetty Charlotte Wood Helen Elizabeth Gibson Appointed 17 September 2024, Resigned on 27 June 2025 Resigned on 18 July 2024 Resigned on 14 May 2024 Appointed 17 September 2024, Resigned on 18 March 2025 **Board Advisors** Carl Roberts Jennifer Goddard Steve Jupe Cristina Diofebbo Jamie Dearsley Mash Dabba John Blain Nicola Bentham Christopher Alexander **Registered and Principal Office** 11 Hatfield Road St Albans Hertfordshire England AL1 3RR **Auditors** Moore Kingston Smith LLP 4 Victoria Square Victoria Street St Albans Hertfordshire AL1 3TF 1 Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F12748E4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Legal and Administrative Infomiation Bankers CAF Bank Limtted POBox289 West Malling Kent ME19 4TA Sollcltors HRJ Foreman Laws 25 BanGroft Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1JW Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC4316995E2247 in Mid Herts Draft Annual Report (Trustee Report) forthe year ended 31 MaTch 2025 Welcome to our Annual Reportfor Mind in Mid Herts for 2024-2025. We are delighted to have provided another year of high quality. person-centred care tor the people in Hertlordshire. This year. along with many charity and voluntary and statutDry sector organisations supporting people with Mental Health, we have met many changes and challenges- yet we continue to provide a great service to the people we support. supporting nearly 3,000 unique people, and engaging with over 18.000 people over the year. The Charily is registered in England and Wales Ino. 11016781 and is a company limited by gLJarantee, registered in England and Wales Ino. 047460781. with Articles of Association that specify its aims 3nd objectives and governance. It has no share capital. The Charity is governed by a Board of Directors which is known as the Board of Trustees, as all Company I)irector5 are also Charity Trustees. The Trustecs complied with the duty in section 17151 of thp Charities Act 2011 to havc due regard to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission when exercising any powers or duties to which the guidance Is relevant. Land5cape= Over 110.000 people in Hertfordshire118 + I have been known to have been diagnosed with depression_ The Herttordshire Health and WellbeinE strategy outlincd the need for good nutrition, healthy WeiEht and physical activity for people's physical. mental and emotional wellbeing. outlining physical activity can reduce obesity and improve mental wellbeing." This year. Nalional Min(J also published their'Big Mental Health Report" which outlined the continued complexities ol mental health across the country- including over 2 million peoplo on waiting list5 for NHS Mental health support. 6.4 million referrals bei ng made to NHS Talking Therapies and other mental health services. and outlined nearly 30,000 vacant posts in England's total mental health workforce. Mind in Mid Hert5 attempts to support this Iheraputic approach to people in Hertfordghire, offering COLJnselling for depression, DIT programmes and other psychological therapies, supporting over 1,000 people per year and running over 8.000 counselling sessions and we are delighted to provide this much needed support and service to Hertfordshire residents. H¢rtfortJ&1iLre_Flp￿1M & Wel.I;' ilralpqy 2022 _ 9026 pg 26 ' Heiltordsthr.e H£sondls coniinuelfyonhafpdiOOtleroklnGlword.SUPPOrtondwordsof6ntotsragemenl. With thui in min#w•opp108chedherio become 4 Peer Mind in MidHffis. A rolé ihai she hDsproudlyI￿I&fi on- *1¥ quitesomething wwching herlurth4y dewelop hertonfi¢Y8nce andskil& In this role. Digital Groups Our Digital Groups continup to provide essential support for individuals who are unable to attend in person. Thcy offer a safe and accessible space whcre people can build connection. receive emDtIDnal support and feel a sense ol community. Offering a digital support service remains crucial to those facing barriers to leavi ng their homes due to physical health conditions. caring rBsporisibilities or mLintal health challenges. 48 people regularly engaged with our online service including the Wellbeing Suppoit Group and our Friday quiz. By providing a digital support service. we ensure that no one is excluded from receiving the help they need, regardless of their circumstances. In Person Groups We supported 744 people at in-person grodps with a total of 715 sessions taking place across our four wellbeirig centre5. Our 50cial su pport groups piovide a welcoming space for individuals to connect with others taGing similar hallenges. helping them to recognise they are not alone. Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F127-4BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts N eeting regularly w','th peers on their recovery journey can inspire hope. encourage motivation and reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. Group rrTembers often share personal experiences. offer emotional support and exchange coping strategies that havè helped them manage Iheir wellbeing. We continue to offer a variety of grou p work including creative sessions, peer suppon groups and psychopducation. In Quarter 4 we launched a Hoarding Peer Support group for individua15 feeling overwhelmed by their belongings and Struggling to manage their living Space and mental wellbeing. This group was created to offer emotional support to help participants understand and address the rDUte causes ol their clutter. Many participants lace emotional attachment to item5. making it difficult to 18t them go. The aim was to support group members in creating a more organisp.d and fdnctional living environment. ltre now aiiended the Hoardingpeersupportgfoup 4 times and have been helped so much. Listening to all who have similarprobl8ms and rhe help Wlth understandlng. lam notgoing to let mysubconsciousness take ovef and carryover with the hoardiTng. i am taking conirol andevery tlme18m le8vlngmy1181. Iremove an item from thereand dlsposeof li. I have now cleared mybedroom andcan walk around andleel so happy. Ihave cleaned mytoilet. nd it looks immaculate. Ipor myselrfon the back each iiTme. lam getling mylileback. A total of 14 pooplc altcndcd the Eroup sessions and reported posilivL' outcomes from thcir en£aoement with sessions. KITCalls We supported 289 Fjeople Ihrough regLJlar keeJing in touch IKI 11 calls. These check in calls provided cc)nsistent etTlUtic)rial supporl, helping to manage anxiety, improve confidence and build Loping slralLgiLs. As a result, some people felt more comfortable gradually joining our social support gfoups where they were able to CDnnect with others who shared similar experiences. helping them feel less Isolated. F2F121s A total of 259 pcople accessed tailored one-to-one support. These sessions providLd cmotional sijpport, prac.tical adviGe and signposting to relevant support services. By offering a safe and supportive space, these people felt heard. understood and empowered. U pon completion of the sessions many individuals reported an improved ability to manage thei r wellbei ng through the development ol effective self-managemeni strategies. leading to increased sell-confidence and greater ir,oependence. EnwloLLnt Support 58 people engaged In our Employment Support service findi ng work. gelting back into pducation. or starting voluntary positions. As well as Ihis our vocational support project work5 With people who are going back to work following a period off sick and supporting people to stay in work. Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts I w8$ Siruggiingto Ilnd8 Job andllving wlth othern. ThenewCVhWme roget an appreniiceshli3 andnowl m workin8 towards paid employment. Outreach Primary Care Mental Health LinkWorker$ (St Albans) Our Mental Health Linkworkers embedded in GP practices across St Albans supported 219 individualsthis year. A total of 621 support sessions were delivered. all f rom referrals made directly by GPS. This service remains a key link between primary care and community mental health support. Stepping Stones Project We supported 139 individuals through the Stepping Stones project. This service involves meeting patients on inpaticnt wards such as Albany Lodge, Glaxo Ward. and Aston Ward, whcre we begin building relationships before discharge. Our team helps onsure a smooth, supported transitlDn from hospital to community lifp.. We vi81t people on the ward. offer one-to-one conversations, and sometimes accornpanythem off-site to help rebuild confidence- whether that's a visit to one of our community hubs or just a walk QLJtside. After discharge, we continue providing outreach support. helping individuals Icintegrate into the community and access ongoing services. Thi5 is one of our most meaninglul and collaborative projects, developed alongside patients and staff at Albany Lodge. and continues to grow in its impact_ A&E Link Work- Lister Hospital Al Lister Hospilal's A&E department. we SUPPQTted 393 individuals experiencing mental health crisis_ This includes not only those in crisis but also their loved ones. who often attend A&E a5 a last resoit when they don't know where else to turn. We provide immediate. compassionate support duringwhat can be one of the most frightening and uncertain moments in someone's life. Physical Health CheGksfor People with Serious Mental Illness (SMII We supported 261 Individuals wrth an SMI to receive their annual physical health check. This work tackles a loiigstanding health inequality.. people with SMI live, on average. 15 to 20 years les5 than those without- a statistic that remains unchanged for decades. Since launching in 2022, this pilot has entered its fourth year. All our staff aTe trained phlebotomists. enabling us to offer blood tests and support at every stage. Many of the people we support have disengaged from healthcare due to anxiety. previous trauma. or13ck of trust. On average. it takes seven points of Contact before someone agrees to have a he31th check. Across our PHC outreach service, we made 683 onward referrals to ensLJre Individuals could access the right support at the right time. These referrals spanned a wide range of services, including counselling and talking iherapies. GP follow-ups for both physical and mental healt reviews. medication reviews. and blood test follow-u ps. We also supported access to hou.sing services, food bank and utility voucher schemes, employmcnt an(J benefit5 advice. and social ur peer support gTOLlPS. In addition. we referred individuals to optician and dental service5, including domiciliary visits. as well as smoking cessation and exercise groups. This breadth of Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts su pport reflect5 our whole-person approach. recognising the deep connection between mental health and a person's physical. social. and financial wellbeing. Suicide prevention- befriending discharge service The Befriending Discharge Service IBDSI was established to support individuals experiencing SUIC1dal ideation or recovering from suicide attempts. boih post-discharge and within the community. Delivered through a trained volunteer model, the service aimed to reduce isol8tion, prevent hospital readmissions. and p.mpower ind ividuals with cmotional and practical support. Over the 12-rnonth pilot (April 2024- March 20251. the service received 73 refprrals and su pported 18 individuals, with volunteers contributing over 80 hours of face-to-face and remote su pport. Client feedback consi51ently highlighted improvements in mental wellbeing, increased hope, and a greater sense of connection. Volunteers also reported high satislaction, personal growth. and a positive impact on service usLirs. The project's achievements included expanded referral pathway5, Strong voluntepr engagement, and effective promotional outreach through partncrship work and campaigns. RDbust wellbeing casures were in place lor staff and volunteers, including regular debriefing and SLJpervision. The pilot demonstrated that E flexible. volunteer-led model can deliver meaningf ul, compassionatc support to pp.ople at critical points Iri their mental health recovery_ RecDmmendations for future development include reciuiting more volljnteers. refi ning refLrral guidance. expanding remotc support options. and continuing to build sustainable parlnerships. Stevenage outreach MIMH delivered flexible, person-centred support across several community-based settings. adapting our approach to Tneet the needs ot people cxpcriencing mental health challengcs. housing issues, and soci31 isolation. Our work involved a tTliX of emotional support. advocacy. signp05ting. dnd practical assistance. with a strong emphasis on building rapport and promoting wellbeing. Through this. we supportcd 231 individuals. At the On Your Side Football Group. we provided informal etnotional support and siEnposting to participants before. during. and after sessions. Wellbeing check-ins were cairied out regularly. with up to 30 minutes of 1-1 support availablc when needp.d. We identified eaily signs of distress. de-esc8lated situationb. and reporled incidents to relevant staff. Advocacy formod a key part of our role, from ensurirkg fair pitch time to challenging exclusionary payment policies. The group supported i ndividuals with a wide range of needs, including learning disabilities. mental health conditlons. language barriers. and social isolation. all within a non-jLJdgemenlal and empathetic enviTonment. The YMCA Drop-ln provided both pre-booked and ad-hoc 1-1 support for residents referrpd by YMCA staff or self-presenting. We conducted initial assessments. adding individuals to our caseload or signposting them to relevant services. Liaison with key workers and external partners helped to secure resources. improve routines. and encouiage engagement in activities. We promoted crisis services such as Nightlight. ensuring information was clearly visible on-site. and attended YMCA health events to network. promote MIMH. and connect residents with local resouices. The drop-in service was developed around resident needs and preferred times. ensuring maximum engagement. Our Housing Support work cumbined practical and emotional assistance for those tacin housing instability or homelessness. This included help with form completion, benef It applications. housing referrals. and attending appointments. We liaised wilh housing officers, councils. and partner agencies to secure accommodation and ensure ongoing stability. Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts Through Stevenage Outreach. we conducted assessment5, keep-in-touch IKITI calls, and provided 1-1 support in the community. We facilitated groups and encouraged participation in recovery-focused activities and Livingwell courses. Our outreach also supported individuals to engage with wider wellbeing services. develop positive routines, and maintain progress in their mental health recovery. Royston Outreach The Royston Outreach Service provides accessible. community-basp.d rnental health SLJpport for pcople in Royston and surrounding area5, focusing on reducing isolation, i mproving wellbeing. and promoting recovery. Support is delivered through regular creative and wellbeing groups, 1-1 sessions, and targeted outreach to engage individuals who may be new to OT disengaged from mental health services. Over the 2024-2025 pL'riod. the Service engaged 33 individuals through group activities dnd 1-1 outreach. with sessions including arts and crafts. scrapbooking. painting, wellbeing groups and soasonal projects. The service provided informal emotional support. Eoal-setting, and signposting to other MIMH services and cxtcrnal agencies. encouraging participation in widcr recovery-focused activities. Key achievements included expanding community engagement through local networks, 3d3Pting session times and content tu meet community needs. and creating a welcomingenvironment where participants could build social connections and confidence. The service has supported individ Ljals to increase community involvement. develop Toutincs. and improvc their over211 wellbBing. The Royston model demonstrates that small. local. and relationship-focused delivery can have a significant Impact on engagement and outcome.s, particularly in ruial and semi-rural areas where mental health and wellbeing scrviccs are limited. Harpenden Outreach The klarpcndcn Outreach Servicc delivers inclusive, community-based mental health support tor people in Harponden and surrDLJnding areas. with a focus on reducing isolation, improving mental wellbeing. and encouraging recovery. Support is provided throLJgh a mix of structured activity group5, 1-1 sessions. and targeted outreach to reach individuals who may be new to or disengaged from services. Over the reporting period, the service engaged 93 individuals through group activities and personalised outreach. Regular groups included arts and crafts. pottcry. a walking group. and a photography group. all designed to promote creativity. physical activity. social connection. and emotional expression. Participants received informal emotional support. advocacy, and signposting to additional NIMH and external services. alongsi(ie opportunities for Skill development and confidence building. Key achievements included developing a diverse programme of activities to appeal to different interests, increasinE participation through local promotion. and creating a welcoming, non- judgemenlal space fof peer connection. The service has helped individuals form new fri èndsh Ips, establish routines. and build a sense ol belonging in their community. The Haipenden model shows that a varied. interest-led activity programme combined with pcrsunalised emolional support can significantly improve p.ngaLfement and outcomes_ Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts Funders: Thanks to Herts CoLJnty Council Health Protection Board.. Charitable Trusts= Harpenden Trust, Edward Gostling and Etauliers Charitable Trust for grants to deliver services. We remain grateful to Herrfordshire County Council and Ihe. Mental Health Integrated Health and Care Commissioning team for Adult Care Services for continuing to commission us to deliver Wellbeing Services, Counselling, Vocational Support. MH link workers in primary care in St Albans. Slepping Stones, A&E Mental Health Link workers. Physical Health checks for people with serious mental illness Iri partnership with Gential London Community NHSTru5t (CLCHI. Hertfordshire West Essex Inlegrated Care Board who has through East of England NHS supported capital grants to develop our infrastructure We appreciat2 and benefit greatly by collaborating and working with our nearest local Minds Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keyne5 IBLMKI Mind who we have a partnersh Ip with tiaining all our staff", Herts Mind Networkwho we collaborate and joint deliver projects and Wcst Essex Nind who are part of the VolurTlary Community Faith and Social Entcrprise IVCFSEI Alliance and support the dovelopment of services across the Herts and West Essex ICS. Our Gratitude To all the people and community groups who raised funds for us-. We would like to share our deepest thanks to St Johns Church in Harpenden, for their support to us over the year. Thanks to Abbey Theatre whu provide us opportljnities to fundraise and support us as a donor. We have been successful this ycar through the local lolteries by residents= in St Albans, North Herts. Welwyn Harfield and East Herts. We would like to thank Jane and Emma for their YoEa event dLJring Mental Health Awarpness week this year_ Thanks tothc Harpenden Concert Band- Landy- Semi-colon Tattoo event & Dance Party,. Schools involved with First Give.. Tony @Aldwickbury Golf Club- Emma @LucyPeachSlice," Mental Elt and the staff Volunteers and runnerswhotook part. 2nd Dr Cowan- Thrive Clinic creation and creating funds for us to continue this service to young pcoplc. We WOLJld al%0 likL. to thank Deloitte. Crane BSU. Batchwood Golf Club and TK Maxx_ As ever. the Trustees wish to express their appreciation for the Commitment and enthusiasm of all the staff and volunteers who give their time to the charity, and without whom MIMH would be unable to achieve its objectives. Our Finances: 2024-2025 Financial Overvi8W Our audited accounts, included in the Annual Report, show a modest deficit of £59k for the year. Income rose slightly to £1.49m. enabling continued investment In our services. leadership, and infrastructure. We expanded our counselling and training ofleiing this year, reaching nearly 3000 people in training delivery, through our SLJccessful Peer Support training programme. niche programmes such 3s Bereaverment Support, and Menopause courses, and our continued Living Well courses. We also developed our Counselling services, supporting over 1000 people receiving eithei one of our two contiact Talking Therapy service - Dynamic Interpp.rsonal Tlierapy and Counselling for Depression. We continue to run our Social Support Centre programmes. Vocational Support, Volunteering roles, as well as growing our Outreach and grant programmes throughout mid Herttordshi re. Docusign Envelope ID". OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts However, in the lattei half of the year, we faced financial pressures due to non-renewal of contracts and rising property costs, contributing to the deficit. Growing Demand and Support The report highlights the viial iole of our generous donors and funders. It also shows that demand for our services Is Increasing, with Tnany rc'aching out when they are seriously unwLII and in need of more intensive, pcrsonalised support_ This rcinforces the nei'd to grow and adapt our services_ Resilience and Future Planning We maintain strong reserves to provide short- to medium-term contingency. A dedicated capital ieserve is held to help secure a freehold site, ensuring long-term stability for our services. The Board ot Trustees consider the £123k12024= £189kl of unrestricted f unds and £657k12024= £650kl of restricted f unds as adequate. Wc rccoEnise that thp. charity sector will CDntinuc to face financial challcnEes_ We'll rp.spond by closely monituring our finances, investirig strategically. and exploring new partnerships and operating models to ensure we can meet the growing demand for our services. Despite a tough year, we end with healthy reserves and a modest deficit-thanks to the dedication of our staff. volunteers. funders, and partners. Structure N ind In Mid Herts 15 8 registered charity ancl a company limited by guarantee. with its constitution set out in its Articles of Association. Trustees, appointment and induction Trustees are responsible for ensuring the charity is well managed and operating within agreed Policies. the law and its budget. The Board meets throughout the year to consider reports and fflatters on the functioninE of the charity- Trustees afe appointed by the Board for an initial three-year term. which can then be extended by the Board. The Board considers the mix of skills and experience of the members as a group. to identify any gaps. All new Trustees undergo an induction program to ensure they understand their legal obligations, Charity Cornmission guidance and governance matters generally in the context of the charitable company's Article5 of Associations. Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate training where this will support and enhance their understandi ng of the charity and their role. Public Benefit Statement The Trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty in the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit. The charity's objective is locussed on pu blic benefit through the provision of their services. Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 in Mid Herts Risk Management The Trustees are aware of the need to minimise the risks that the charity is exposed to and implement policies and systems to mitigate the identitied risks. The Board assess the position on an ongoing basis 8nd carry out actions as required on a timely basis. Safeguarding As per our Charity obligations. we ensure all our staff, volunteers and Trustees are trained and aware of safeguarding obligations. including how and when to raise a concorn or report an incident. Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Trustees, Responsibilities Statement The trustees (who are also directors of the Mind In Mid Herts for the purposes of company lawl are responsible for preparing the Trustees, report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounbng PraGticel Company law requires the tru5tee5 to prepare financial statements for each financial year which gives a true and fair view of the state of affairs Of the charitable company and of its income and expenditure for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to.. Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently. Observe the methods and principles in the Charitjes SORP. Make judgements and estimates thal are reasonable and prudent. State whether applicable accounting standards, including FRS 102. have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements. State whether a Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applies and the methods and principles in the SORP have been observed, subject to any material departures which are explained in the financial statements. Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charitable company will continue in business_ The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy al any time the financial position of the charrtable company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps forthe prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. None of the Trustees had any beneficial interest in any contract to thich the Charitable Company was party during the year. 1/10/2025 Signed on behalf of the Board, on Iyn•d bv.. 177noA75A41F40F lan Callaghan Trustee Treasurer DocLJsign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Yearended 31 March 2025 Independent auditor's report to the members of Mind In Mid Herts Oplnlon We have audiled the linancial statements of Mind In Mid Herts I'the company'l tor the year ended 31 M(Irch 2025 which cornprise the Statement of Financial Activiiie.s, the. Balance Sheet. the Statement ol Cash Flows 2nd notes to the financial 5t3tpmpnts. including a sumrnary of significÈlnt aciounling policies. The linancial reporting frafflework Ihat has bevn applied in their prep¢)raiion is applicable law and United Kingdotn AciountinR Slandards, iTrcludJng FRS 102 'The Financial Reportiri8 siandard Applicable in the UK ènd Republic of Ireland. (United Kin6ESoTn Generally Accepted Accounting Praclicel. In our opinion the financial 5tatewnent5-. - give a true and fair view of ihe state of ihe charirable c)mpany's affair5 as at 3L March 2025 and of its incoffling resources and application of resources. including Its income and expenditure. for the year then ended., have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice., and have been prepared in accordance with the requirefflents of the Companies Act 2006. Basis for oplnlon We conducted our atjdit in accordance with Inlernationèl standards on Auditing IUKI IISA5IUKII and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those stand3rd5 2re further described in the Auditor'5 Responsibililies for the audit of the financial staiements seition of our report. We are independeni of ihe charitable company in accordanie with the ethical requirement5 that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements In ihe UK, including the FRC'S Ethical Siandard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in a£cord2nce with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis lor our opinion. Conclu5ion5 relating to EoinK cancern In auditing the financial statement5, we have concluded thai the trustees, use of ihe going concern basis of accounting in the prepar3tion of the financial 5tatement5 is appropriate. 8ased on the work we have performed. have not identified any material unceriainiies relating to events or conditions that, individuallv Dr collectively, may cast signif1cani doubt on ihe charitable company's ability ro continue as a going concern lor a period of ai leas1 twelve months from when the financial siatemenis èTe auihorised IDf issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the irusiees wilh respect to going tonceTn are described in the relevant sections of ihis report. Other information The other informarion CDtnprises tht. information included In the annu31 iepurt, other than the financial 5t3teTnents and our auditor's report thereon The tru51eE4 arp rp%ponfiibltr for ihe other information. Our t)pinion on the financial 5taternent5 dovs not covpr the other InfDrmation and, except to the extenl otherwise explicitly stated in our report. we do nol express any form al a55urance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and. in doin8 so. consider whether the other information is malerially inconslstent with the financial siatemenis or our knowledge obtained in the audit Or otherwise appears to be materially m55s131ed. If we identify such material Inconsistencies or appareni maierial misstaternent5. we are iequired to deiermine whether there is a maierial mi55iatement In the financial statements or a tnaleriiil missiaiement of the other information If. b35ed on the work we have performed, WL4 EDnclude that the.re is a material m155tatement ol this other Inforrnaiion, WL are required to report Ihai lacl. We have noihing to report in thi5 regard. 17 Docusign Envelope ID". OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Independent auditor's report to the members of Mind In Mid Herts Opinions on other rnatters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006 In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit." thp information given in the trustees, annual report for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared Is con515tent with the financial statements,. and the trustees, annual report have been pregared in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Matters on which we are required to report by exception In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the trustees, annual report. We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in ouropinion.. adequate accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us., or the financial statèments are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns,. or certain disclosures of trustees. remuneration specified by law are not made.. or we have not received all the information and pxplanations we require for our audit., or the trustees were iiot erititled to prepare the financial statement5 in accordance with the small companies regirne and take advantage of the small companie5 exemption in preparing the Trusteps. Annual Report. Responsibilities of tru5tee5 As explained tnore fully in the trustees. re5POn5ibilities statement Set out on page 16, the tru5tee5 (who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company lawl are responsible for the prep3ration of the financial statements and for being sat15fied that they give a true alld fair view, and for such internal control a5 the trustees determine Is necessary to enable ihe preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charitable company's ability to continue as a goi ng concern, disclosing, as applicable. matters related to going concern and using the going concern basi5 of accounting unless the trustees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations. or have no realistic alternative but to do so. Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to Issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance. but is not 3 guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAS l UK) will always detect a material mi55tatement when it exists. Misstatpments can arise from (raud or error and are considered material if, individually or in aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statement5. As part of an audit in accordance with ISAS IUKI we exercise professional judgement and rnaintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. Wo a150= Identify and assess the risk5 of material mi55tatement of the financi31 statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risk5. and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a ba515 for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery. intentional omissions. misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. 18 Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Independent auditor's report to the members of Mind In Mid Herts Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to tlie audit ir) order to design audit procedurEs that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purposes of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the chéritable company's internal control. Evaluate the appropriatene55 of accounting policies used and the reasonablene55 of accounting e5tirnates and related disclosure5 made by the trustees. Conclude on the appropriateness of the trustees. use of the going concern basis of accounting and, b35ed on the audit evidence obtained, whether a rnateri31 uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that May cast 5ignific2nt doubt on the charitable company's ability to continue as a goinE concern. If we conclude that a material u ncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor's report to the related disc105ures in the financial staternents or, if such disc105ures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor's report. However. future event5 or conditions may cause the charitable company to cease to continue as a going concern. Evaluate the overall presentation, structure ar)d content of the financial statements, including the disclosure5, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We commuriicate with those charged with guvernance regarding. among othpr matters, the planned 5CDpe and tirriing of the audit and significant audit findings. Including any significant deficiencies in internal control ihat we Explanation as to what extent the audit was considered capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud Irregularities, including fraud, are instance5 of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our respDnsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, includin8 fraud. The extent tD which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below. The objective5 of our audit in respect of fraud, are- to identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements due to fraud,. to obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the assessed risks of material misstatement due to fraud. through designing and implementing appropriate responses to those assessed risks,. and to respond appropriately to instances of fraud or suspecred fraud identified during the audit. However, the primary responsibi lity for the prevention and detection of fraud rests with both management ar)d those charged with governance of the charitable company. Our approach was as follows= We obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory requirement5 applicable to the charitable company and Considered that the most significant are the Companies Act 2006. the Charities Act 2Qll. the Charity SORP, and UK financial reporting standards as 155ued by the Financial Reporting Council. We obtained an understandirbg of how the charitable company complies Wlth these requirements by di5CU55ion5 with management and those charged with governance. We assessed the risk of material misstatement ot the financial statements, including the risk of material mi55tatement due to fraud and how it might occur. by holding discussion5 With management and those charged with governance. 19 Docusign Envelope ID". OE34034F-F12748E4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Independent auditor's report to the members of Mind In Mid Herts We inquired of management and those charged with Eovernance as to any known instances of non-compliance or suspected non-compliance with IAWS and regulations. Based on this understanding, we designed specific appropriate audit procedures to identify instances of non- compliance with laws and regulations. Thi5 included making enquiries of management and those charged with governance and obtaining additional (Ofroborative evidence as required. There are inherent limitatlOn5 in the audit procedures described above. We are less likely to become aw3re of instance5 of non-compliance with laws and regulations that are not closely related to events and transactions reflected in the financial statements. Also. the risk of not detecti n8 a material mi55tatement due to fraud is higher than the risk of not detecting one resulting from error. as fraud may involve deliberate concealment by, for example, forgery or intentional mlsrepresentations, or through collusion. Use of our report This report is made solely to the tharitable company's members. as a body. in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work ha£ been undertaken so that we might state to the cumpany's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor'5 report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extenl permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to any party other than the charitable company and charitable company'5 members as a body, for our audit work, for this report. or for the opinions we have f()rmed. Roger Ogden {Senior Statutory Auditor) for and on behalf of Moore Kingston Smith LLP 4 Victoria Square St Albans 02.10.2025 Date ALI 3TF 20 o ￿ r£) CO fD r J ￿0 (TJ fo O fo Ln- (N u) Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Balance sheet 2025 2024 Note Fixed assets- Tangible assets Investments Total fixed assets 10.788 93,680 104,468 2,953 88,657 91,610 Current assets: Debtors Investments Cash at bank and in hand Total current assets 90,055 754.808 151,778 996.641 109,030 474,364 508,058 1.089,452 10 Liabillties: Creditors.. Amounts falling due within one year (321,012) (342,349) Net current assets 675,629 747,103 Total assets less current liabilities 780,097 838.713 Total net assets or liabilities 780,097 838,713 The funds of the charity: Restricted income funds Unrestricted funds Total charity funds 12 12 656.674 123.423 780,097 650,000 188,713 838.713 For the financial year in question the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies. No members have required the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The directors acknowledge their responsibility for complying wilh the requirements of the Act wth respect to accounting records and for the preparats.on of accounts. These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies, regime. The financial statements on pages 24 lo 29 were approved by the Board of Trustees and signed on its behalf by". SIyDq#by". 111012025 lan Callaghan Trustee Treasurer Date Company number.. 04746078 22 Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F12748E4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Statement of Cash Flows 2025 2024 Cash flows from operating activities: Net cash provided by (used inl operating activities Inote 16) 376,747) (72.909) Cash from investing activities: Dividends, interest and rents from investments Purchase of property, plant and equipment Investment drawdown less fees 34.120 {11,653} 11,338 (2,6181 Net cash used In Investing activities 22,467 8,720 Change in cash and cash equivalents in the reporting period (354,280) (64.189) Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period 506,058 570,247 Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period 151,778 506,058 23 Docusign Envelope ID OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Notes to the financial statements 1 Accounting policies 1.1 Basis of preparing the financial statements The financial stalements have been prepared in accordance with the Financial Reparting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). The company is a public benefit entity for the purposes of FRS102 and a registered charity established as a company limited by guarantee and therefore has also prepared its financial statements in accordance with the Charities SORP FRS 102 (second edition - October 20191- Accounting and Reporling by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable In the UK and Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006 and Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention wth the exception of investments which are included at market value. The Board have assessed whether the use of the going concem basis is appropriate and have considered possible events or conditions that might cast significant doubt on the ability of the charity to continue as a going concern including the impact of UK cosl of living crisis. The Board have made this assessment for a period of al least one year from the date of approval of the financial statements. In particular the Board have considered the charity's forecasts and reserves and have concluded that the going concern basis remains appropriate. 1.2 Income All income Is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, t is probable that the incorne will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Income from grants and donations 15 only deferred where restrictions are imposed that amount to pre-conditions for use. Grant income received in arrears Is recognised in line with undedying expenditure or activities, or, where appropriate, on a straight line or similar basis_ Investment income is recognised when earned, with dividends pending being accrued or prepaid. 1.3 Expenditure Liabilities are reco9nised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal Of constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregale all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to actiwties on a basis consistent with the use of resources. 1.3a Raising funds Raising funds includes all expenditure incurred by the charity to raise funds for its charitable purposes and includes costs of all fundraising activities, events and non-charitable trading. 1.3b Allocation and apportionment of costs All costs are allocated between the expenditure categories of the Statement of Financial Activities on a basis designed lo reflect the use of the resource. Costs relating to a particular activity are allocated directly, and other5 are apportioned on an appropriate ba51S. 1.4 Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off the cost or valuation of each asset less any estimated residual value, over its estimated useful life. Fixtures and filtings and Computer equipment straight line over 3 years Website straight line over 5 years Individual fixed assets cosling £100 or more are capilalised and recorded at cost. 1.5 Taxation The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities. 24 Docusign Envelope ID". OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Noles to the financial slalemenls 1.6 Fund accounting ijnrestncied funds can be ￿Sed in accordaneE wilh the charna￿e ob￿dIVe5 at the discretion of the trustees. Further explanation ol rhe naTJre and purpose of each fthJ Is induded In Ihe rK)tes 10 Ihe finanual statetnent5. 1.7 Operating leases Rentals payable under opwa&ing leases are charged In the siatement of fnancial 8CtNilies on a straight line basis over the leasè tèrm. 1.8 Investments Investments held a5 fixed a55et5 are rÈvalued ai mKI-mathet valJe at tbe balance sheet dale and the gain ar105s iaKen lo the Slalernent of Financial Acti¥itses. 1.9 Financ131 inslrurnents Cash and Gash equivalents include cash at banks alld in hand and shcyt iemi de£#)sils vAth 3 maturity date of three rnonlhs or le5$. Debtor5 and creditor5 r￿e1Vable or payable ￿thin one year of'the [c￿rtIng date are carried at theyT transadLion pr Donations and legacles Unrestricted Restricted Total 2025 Unre51rlcted Restricted Total 2024 DonatlOn5 69,418 69.418 6.674 6,674 76,092 7&092 68.359 68,359 88.359 6B.359 Char6table actlvltles- grants Unrestricted Restricted Total 2025 UnrestFict•d Restrlcted Total 2024 Grants 1, 150.882 1 150.882 1,218.280 1 218280 1.160.882 1.150,882 1,216.2 1.218 280 Grant analysis 2025 2024 Easl&N HeFts Herts V211 SCCG s ar*1 H ire Co PsyCho￿OgIcal Services- NHSIHertfordshire County Councd Stepping Stone5- HerrfGrds￿,'re Ccutty Council Vocational Suppori Wellbeing Serlices SMI Physical Health Cheths Ment81 Health Project A & E Link Workers Health Board Royston Outreacn Miscellaneous Counselling for Depressiory Project Suicide Prevention 77.5B3 70.725 47.'.77 250.542 122.309 50,083 79,'66 73.079 66.616 44.436 235.988 115.201 47 176 74.588 15,227 6.468 67.675 66,S64 49,893 NH JIT Project IAPT- Hertfordshire Partnership FouFKJaiiop NHS Trust Spol the Signs Hertfordsryire Partnership F￿ndatiOn Nqs Trust Mindfulness Project Eros Project CMHT Outreach NHS Hertfordshiie &Wesl Essex Capitd Gran15 NHS HertTordshiie &Wesl Essex CaFxld Grants Rent Haffield HS Hertfordshire & Wes.. tr_ssex Hatretd Crigs Centre HMN Complex House Need5 HNN Crisis Cafe Sal8ne5 HMN Capital GrantslTrainir Nationwide St Albans District Caunal Small Grants Central London NHS Trust Harpenden Trust Mind Nation81 Nurth Aerts DC Welwyn and Hatfdd ac st Albans FoodbanklHarpenden TFust 33 640 40.782 41 023 45,773 69,911 35,862 10,746 37,713 38.446 49.622 9,612 sooo 22.DOC 2.370 38,785 20.502 26.452 52.8D6 .076 46.266 4,010 10.224 14.920 18.012 13.419 10.438 23.660 15,B40 1,333 1,218.280 13,102 5,420 6,667 1,150,862 Charltable activities other Unre5tiicled Restricted Total 2025 Vnrestrlcied Restricted TDtal 2024 Other trading aclwilies 228.$47 228,547 228.547 228,547 157665 1S7,665 157.6fj5 157.665 25 Docusign Envelope ID.. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Notes to the financial statements 5 Investment Income 2025 2024 Bank interest 34.120 34,120 11.338 11.338 6 Expenditure analysis 2025 2024 Direct cost Staff costs (including expenses) Project costs 1,187,318 135,443 1,322.761 1,090,153 153,317 1.243,470 Support costs Premises and insurance IT costs Office running Depreciation Audit fees Affiliation fees Consultancy other Travel Professional fees Advertising Corp Partnerships 53,818 50,947 39,261 3,818 15,900 2,934 15,949 25.712 55,621 45,310 44,367 2,652 14,000 2,561 20,333 16,612 21,306 874 8,526 1,869 1,200 213,051 230,519 Total 1,553.280 1,456,521 6.1 Net incomellexpendlture Net incomel(expenditure) is stated after chargingl(crediting)'. 2025 2024 Depreciation Audit & Accountancy 3,818 15,900 2,651 14,000 6.2 Tru5tees' remuneration and benefits The charity paid no salary nor benefits to any trustee5 for either this yeai or last. The charity paid £177 (2024 - £2121 towards travel costs of the trustees_ 26 )ocusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Notes to the financial statements 6.3 Staff costs 2025 2024 Salaries and wages Social security costs Employer's pension cantributions 1,075,298 77,732 24,222 1.177.251 988,412 66,806 22.740 1,077,957 Average number of eTNployees was 58 (2024" 55). No employees received emolument5 in excess of £60,000 (2024. none). Key management personnel received remuneration of £265,497 {2024. £241,893) Tangible fixed assets Fixtures and fittings Computer equipment and Website Total Cost At 1 st April 2024 Additions At 31st March 2025 21,169 10,005 31,174 54,644 1,648 56,292 75,813 11,653 87,466 Depreciation At 1 st April 2024 Charge for year At 31 sl March 2025 19,288 2,640 53,572 1.178 72,860 3,818 21.928 54,750 76,678 Net Book Value At 31 st March 2025 At 31 st March 2024 9,246 1.881 1,542 1,072 10,788 2,953 Fixed Assets Investments Listed investments Market Value At 1 st April 2024 Revaluations At 31 st March 2025 88,657 5,023 93.680 Net Book Value At 31 st March 2025 At 31 st March 2024 93,680 88,657 There were no investment assets outside the UK. All investments are held primarily for an investment retum. 27 DDcusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Notes to the financial statements 9 Debtors 2025 2024 Trade debtors Prepayments and accrued income 72,203 17.852 90,055 78.862 30,168 109,030 10 Current Assèts Investments 2025 2024 Cash investmen15 754.808 474.364 754.808 474,364 11 Creditors.. Amounts falling due within one y￿r 2025 2024 Trade creditors Deferred income Accrued expenses PAYE payable other Creditors 20.804 262.879 16.452 15.215 5.662 321,012 41,758 252,412 25,782 16,296 6.101 342,349 11b. Deferred income 2025 2024 Deferred Income at 1 April Resources defcrred in the year Amounts released from previous yeaTS DefeTred income at 31 March 252.412 262 879 1252.412 262.879 257,865 252,412 1257,8651 252.412 12 Funds Gains and losses Balance cl￿￿ 8a13nce blfwd Income Expenditure Transfer5 Unrestricted Funds 188.713 332.085 1402.3981 5,023 123,423 Restricted Funds". Grants Donations 1.150.882 6,674 11,150.6821 650.000 656.674 838,713 1.489,641 11,553.2801 S.023 780,097 Unrestricted funds arp those funds thich are not restricted or designated as committed to specilic proiecls. Restricted lund5 have accumulated Ihrough donations loi the 5peolic purpose of acquiiing a building in memory of a young rnan who look his Iile. to provide MIMH with a long term Secure lulure for delivery o15ervices. Post ye3r-end. a deed of variation was signed between the original donors of Ihe £650.000. and Mind in Mid Hert5. releasing the funds from Its feslnction. Therefore in ILJture periods this amoLJnt wll be transletred lo unrestricted funds_ 13 Analysis of nel assets between funds Unrestricted Fund Total Restricted Funds Fixed a55els Current assets Gurrent liabilities 104.468 346.641 1321 012 130,097 104.468 996.641 321.0121 780,097 650.000 650,000 28 Docusign Envelope ID. OE34034F-F1274BE4-BFOC-8316995E2247 Mind In Mid Herts Year ended 31 March 2025 Notes to the financial statements 14 Operating leases The total future minimum payTnents under non Can￿lIable operating leases for the following periods are.. 2025 2024 Not later than one year Later than one year but not later than five years In over five years 110.710 438 50,078 6,110 111,148 56,188 15 Share Capital The Charity is a company limited by guarantee. 16 Reconciliation of net incomel(expenditure) to net cash flow from operating activities 2025 (58,616) 2024 6,338 Nel incomellexpenditurel for the reporting period Adjustments for.. Depreciation charges IGains)Ilosses on investments Dividends, interest and rents from investrnents Ilncrease)/decrease in debtors Ilncrease)Idecrease in investments Increaselldecrease) in creditors Net cash provided by (used in) operaling activities 3,818 {5,0231 (34,1201 18.975 (280.444) (21.337) (376,7471 2,651 (7.217) 111,338) 135,5261 (64,635) 36,818 (72.9091 17 Analysis of changes in net debt At start of year Fair value movements Cash flows At end of year Cash equivalents Total 506,058 506.058 1354.28Q) (354.2801 151,778 151,778 29