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Our purpose

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We exist to make a better life for carers through our values of Passion, Quality and Respect.

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Contents

Our Purpose ............................................................................................. 2 Introduction .............................................................................................. 3 What we do .............................................................................................. 3 Adult Carers ......................................................................................... 4-5 Young Carers......................................................................................... 6-7 Volunteers ................................................................................................. 8 Plans for the Future ............................................................................... 9 Our Supporters ..................................................................................... 10 Social Return on Investment (SROI) ............................................ 11

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Introduction

Hello and welcome to the first ever standalone Social Impact Report from Blackpool Carers Centre. For 22/23 we have decided to provide a dedicated document which explains the impact we have achieved with our carers through the financial year. Also included, is a Social Return on Investment calculation, available on page 11. This is the result of work conducted by Civil Society Consulting, through Carers Trust. Our staff, volunteers and carers were involved in the creation of this model and as such it reflects the value of the work we do.

This report provides a comprehensive overview of the transformative work we have accomplished over the past year and showcases the impact we have made to the lives of unpaid carers across Blackpool. It also highlights the staggering effort made by our dedicated staff, volunteers and supporters.

At Blackpool Carers Centre, we exist to make a better life for carers. Through this report we aim to provide an in depth understanding of the positive impact we have achieved, working alongside our carers and their families.

Within these pages you will find a wealth of statistical information, clearly demonstrating the amount of work which has been carried out through the financial year 22/23. There are also a series of compelling stories which show the level of determination and compassion which are demonstrated by carers every day. For the individuals who have shared their personal journeys, the impact of our work is clearly seen in their experiences.

We hope that you will be inspired by the stories, moved by the outcomes, and empowered to join us in our mission. Together, we can continue to make a better life for carers, advocating for their rights, well-being, and recognition. We hope to create a community where carers are truly valued, supported, and celebrated.

Thank you for your continued support, and we hope you find this report as inspiring and enlightening as we do.

Sarah Lambert Tom McMurdo Chair of Trustees Director of Finance & Resources

What we do

Our mission is to create a better life for carers. We seek to achieve this aim through a variety of interventions, which centre on a person led approach. Because of the individualised nature of our service delivery, this can include a range of activities, from intensive, time limited one to one support through to trips and activities for carers of all ages in the Blackpool community.

We offer a wide range of services and projects, all of which are designed to meet the diverse needs of carers across Blackpool. Our dedicated team of professionals provides personalised support, information, and guidance to carers, helping them to navigate the complexities of their caring role. We offer one-on-one support, service navigation and support groups that provide a safe and understanding environment for carers to share their experiences and find solace in knowing they are not alone.

Caring can be physically and emotionally demanding, which is why we recognise the importance of respite. We provide respite services that offer carers a much-needed break from their caring roles and responsibilities. Whether it's through an activity session at Beaverbrooks House or a trip out into the community or beyond, we strive to give carers the opportunity to take a break, recharge, and focus on their own well-being.

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Adult carers meeting
Coco the Therapy Dog
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We are committed to evidencebased practice Young Carers having fun and continuous in the garden during a Take5 Respite session improvement. We track and measure the impact of our services and projects to ensure that everything we do is making a better life for carers. Through rigorous data collection, analysis, and feedback from carers, we constantly evaluate our outcomes and refine our approaches to better serve those who rely on our support.

Young Carer playing Jenga We are proud to say that all during one to one support our staff, volunteers and Trustees work together to make a significant impact on the lives of carers and ensure they receive the support they deserve.

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Volunteers at our
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Adult Carers

We understand the unique challenges faced by adult carers and the immense responsibilities they shoulder. We are committed to offering a comprehensive range of services and resources that address their individual needs, help them to navigate their caring role, and improve their own well-being. Our Adult Carers Service is designed to provide a lifeline for carers, offering practical assistance, emotional support, and respite opportunities. We recognise that caring can be physically and emotionally demanding, often leaving carers with little time for themselves. Therefore, our services are tailored to offer the necessary respite and support that adult carers require.

This year has been one of expansion for the adult team, with crucial support bring provided within the hospital as part of the multi-disciplinary Transfer of Care Hub. We have also continued our work within the Refocus project, supporting adults providing care to those with alcohol and substance misuse.

Project Impacts

658 new adult carer referrals received

3,126 one to one support sessions took place

805

welfare checks made for adult carers

Adult Carers’ Comments

“ [You have been my rock and a lifeline for me. When you ] phone it gives me light at the end of the tunnel. A huge thank you, your help could not be more appreciated. ”

“ The peer support group has really helped me. I wasn’t sure beforehand as I had never done a group before, but speaking to others on similar journeys has helped. We have all swapped our experiences and I think we have all learned something from each other. Your support and advice has changed my life in coping with my son’s problems. ”

“ I think the dementia support group is brilliant. It has given me hope that there is someone else who understands and who I can talk to. I also feel more confident to cope with things. ”

“ I can’t believe how quickly you got back to me [to triage a referral], that’s brilliant.Thank you so much, this is a brilliant service and I’m impressed by your efficiency. ”

Debbie continued to support me and even accompanied me to the Carers Choir, as I didn’t have the confidence to go on my own. This was a real turning point for me. I have since joined the Connect 23 group and have made some really good friends.

Being a dementia carer can be so lonely. I have definitely had moments where I felt overwhelmed and isolated. However, the support from Debbie and the Carers Centre has made a real difference in that it offers me the feeling that I am not alone, whether it is Debbie or the staff and volunteers, I always feel like I have someone to talk to, or sing with!

96% of reassessments conducted using the Carers Star, report an improved or maintained score

454 Benefits Advice appointments conducted face to face

I now feel able to support other people in my position and hope that by sharing my story other carers will be encouraged to call

517 instances of partnership working took place on behalf of adult carers Mavis (r) with Support Worker, Debbie

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Young Carers

Young carers face a multitude of challenges as they navigate the responsibilities of caring for a family member or loved one. Our Young Carers Service is dedicated to providing personalised support, respite, and empowerment to these remarkable young individuals, who often take on adult-sized responsibilities at a young age.

Our commitment to young carers is rooted in a deep understanding of their needs and aspirations. Through one-toone support, group activities, and dedicated projects, we aim to alleviate the burden of caring and create an environment where young carers can thrive.

The Young Carers Service also focuses on fostering a sense of community and belonging for young carers. Through group activities, workshops, and social events, we create opportunities for them to connect with peers, build supportive relationships, and share their experiences in a safe and inclusive space. This sense of belonging helps combat feelings of isolation and provides a network of understanding individuals who can relate to their unique challenges.

Project Impacts

223

new young carer referrals received

447 young carers assessments took place

530 young carers accessed support

During 22/23 we undertook large scale research across Blackpool schools to determine the true number of young carers in the town. We also renovated some of our downstairs rooms at Beaverbrooks House, providing new one to one and group space for our young carers to meet with their support workers and one another.

Young Carers’ Comments

“ [Attending Blackpool Pride with young carers has showed me ] that I'm not alone and has helped me gain more confidence. ”

“ I have made so many friends and all the adults here are so kind and nice. Thank you so much for accepting me and letting me come here. I am so glad I did come. I’ve enjoyed every single trip, especially Story Squad and the night away. ”

“ Take5 helps with my mental health and it is always there for me when I need it. ”

“ I have never seen Brendan so happy and smile so much, he talks about the Centre all the time. ”

43 young carers attended drop-in sessions held at their school

210 young carers attended respite sessions

100 multi-agency meetings attended on behalf of young carers

Summer was referred to Blackpool Carers Centre under our Family Focus programme from The Early Help and

Summer completed a Young Carers Assessment which suggested a one-to-one support plan would be best to

During one of the sessions with her support worker, Summer (together with one of her newly made friends from our Take 5 Youth Club), chose the perfect dress from a beautiful dress collection that had kindly been donated.

We sourced sparkly shoes and a bag to finish the outfit, along with a donated bag of makeup, body spray and face masks from the Miles of Smiles charity. On the day of Summers’ prom, colleagues from the Young Carers team worked together to make her day extra special. She was picked up from home and brought to the Centre to have a pamper. She had her hair blow dried and styled and was treated to a makeup master class, followed by a very fancy glass of orange cordial.

Summer loved her experience and thanked us for making her prom night so special. She said it wouldn’t have happened without us.

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Volunteers

Volunteering and development of the volunteer team continues to be a key part of the work at Blackpool Carers Centre. We are lucky to be supported by volunteers who keep Beaverbrooks House the welcoming centre that it is for carers of all ages. Often with their own experiences as carers or professional skills and experience, this year they have been active in supporting existing services and projects whilst helping to develop some new ones.

With an increase in community and health and wellbeing events being delivered in Blackpool, we have been able to increase the amount of volunteer participation at awareness raising and partnership events. Volunteers have taken part in Lowlands Farm open day, have supported stands at the Winter

Impacts

6,106 hours donated by volunteers

£75,019 estimated value of volunteers’ time

29 new volunteers welcomed

87 individuals volunteered during the year

3 Corporate Volunteer Days held at Beaverbrooks House

Gardens for the Spring into Spring event with Blackpool Council and NHS Integrated Care Board and most recently to support the Macmillan Wellbeing event at the Grand Hotel.

Volunteers also attended the first drop in event for carers at The Harbour, developed by our adult team in conjunction with staff from Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, for family members and those caring for people with mental health illnesses. Our experienced carers who volunteer with us are such a valuable part of this work as they speak to those who approach the stand with empathy and understanding.

A core team of 37 volunteers provide weekly support to the Centre including Reception duties, providing administration support, and helping to deliver respite sessions for carers.

We currently have around 120 people on the database of volunteers who have actively supported us within the last two years at external events, with fundraising and delivering posters to local community centres and GP surgeries.

Volunteers’ Comments

“ [I volunteer for Blackpool Carers Centre as the centre has ] greatly helped me and enabled me to become confident in my work ..... it makes a huge difference to my life as it has allowed me to become more independent which I greatly appreciate. ”

“ I really feel that I have found my feet at Blackpool Carers Centre and have gained many skills that I can use to go forward in my life.. ”

“ The staff here are all amazing and so dedicated to helping the carers. It really does lift my mood coming into the centre and interacting with them. ”

Christine’s Story

I was given my first sewing machine before I went to school and was also taught to knit. I started my first cardigan at the age of 7 and by the age of 11 I had managed to finish it and luckily the pattern that I had been given meant it still fitted me. I grew up just after the war and there was still rationing so it wasn’t a matter of it being a hobby, ‘Make Do and Mend’ was what everyone did. My family even worked together to create our own stair carpet and we were very proud of it!

As I had my own family I carried on making everything for myself so it was only when I retired from the NHS where I had worked in the medical records offices that I had time for creating for fun. Since 2016 I have volunteered, crocheting outfits for Rocco the Carers Centre mascot. To help with fundraising, they are sold in The Imperial Hotel, Carlton Best Western and Liberty’s Hotel, as well as from reception at the Carers Centre.

I often find it difficult to get out now, so crafting with my friend Jackie (also a volunteer) who helps with the details on the finished outfits, means that I can keep doing something I enjoy in company. It’s a bonus that it raises money too! Jackie works for the Grand Hotel but still finds time to help and we both love choosing the colours for the next outfit, that’s part of the fun.

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Roccos dressed in
some of the fabulous outfits,
crocheted by volunteer, Christine.
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Plans for the future

Looking ahead, Blackpool Carers Centre is committed to advancing our support and services for carers in the Blackpool community. We have set ambitious goals and developed a robust strategy and operational plans that will guide our work in the coming years, ensuring that we continue to make a positive and lasting impact.

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Young carers ‘refueling’ during a fun trip to
Ascent Trampoline Park
Our supporters
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We love to play a small part in supporting the team and carers in the amazing work they do. It’s a magical place that humbles us every time we visit.

In 2022/23, we worked with a whole host of partners to create the best possible opportunities for carers within our local community.

By working creatively and flexibly to maximise every opportunity, we can do more together.

If you would like to find out more about how you could directly impact any of our projects, from funding support to volunteering, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Terry Hodkinson, Head of Business Development and Fundraising on 01253 393748 or email: terry.hodkinson@blackpoolcarers.org

Support received from our valued corporate sponsors, grant funders and local organisations made the impacts shown in this report possible.

Fundraising is an essential part of our plans for the future and our purpose, to make a better life for carers.

At Blackpool Carers Centre, we are immensely grateful for the unwavering support and generosity of our incredible Glenn Willis, InXpress supporters. It is through their dedication and contributions that (Caring Corporate) we are able to continue our vital work in supporting carers and making a positive impact in the Blackpool community. ”

Generous support from partners, funders and volunteers means we can continue to offer support to some of the most vulnerable people in Blackpool, from providing young people with a positive start, to ensuring older people are engaged in regular social activities.

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The Impact of Blackpool Carers in ONE year

£1

£21.44

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Our The Our
adult carers improvements adult carers
feeling less in the financial situations returning to work
socially isolated of our adult carers generated
returned a value of generated a value of a value of
£295,062 £445,734 £312,717
Our work
The reassurance
with young carers Our
provided by Blackpool
with a high level Carers to young carers respite provision
of need with a low level of need for young carers
returned a value of generated a value of returned a value of
£491,324 £1,266,522 £281,339
Our work Carers Our work
within the involved in our with the
hospital setting voluntary schemes ‘cared-for’
returned returned has returned
a social value of a social value of a value of
£140,817 £42,056 £2,000,707
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These calculations are the result of work conducted by Civil Society Consulting. Their expert team were commissioned by Carers Trust to develop a model which would calculate the social value returned by Network Partners. The Civil Society team consulted widely with professionals, stakeholders and with carers themselves, as well as studying a range of relevant data points to develop the model. A more complete explanation of the data is available from Blackpool Carers Centre.

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Introduction

Hello and welcome to the 22/23 annual review from “ Blackpool Carers Centre. It has been another year which has seen new carers and families accessing our services and new supporters getting behind us and contributing to us making a better life for carers. It is a privilege for us to introduce this year’s annual review, which shows another successful year for the Carers Centre.

We would like to thank our wonderful team of staff, volunteers and students who are the driving force for the impact that we achieve each year. The passion they show in their work, the quality which they exhibit and the respect that they demonstrate in their interactions ensures that carers across Blackpool receive the very best support possible.

The number of supporters, both in terms of individuals and corporates continues to grow, ensuring that unpaid carers of all ages and the issues which affect them, are high on the agenda in different agencies, organisations and disciplines across the community.

22/23 has been another year of hard work, success and development of our work. We continue to be incredibly grateful to out funders, supporters and donors, without whose budget, backing and belief we would be unable to make a difference. With your help, we have reached more isolated carers of all ages, making a better life for many across Blackpool. ”

Sarah Lambert, Chair of Trustees

Tom McMurdo, Director of Finance and Resources

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Report of the Trustees

The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2023. The trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) ‘Accounting and Reporting by Charities’ issued in March 2015 (frsse).

Bankers

HSBC 1 Newhouse Road Oxford Square Blackpool Lancashire FY4 4YH

President: Professor Saul Becker

in order to attract a diverse group of trustees with appropriate skills, knowledge and experience.

Occasionally potential trustees register an interest in the organisation. Following this, a meeting is arranged with the Chair and a Director and the trustee is held on a waiting list until an appropriate vacancy arises.

Patrons:

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

Charity Name Blackpool Carers Centre Ltd

Registered Company number 05633524 (England and Wales)

Registered Charity number 1114558

Registered office

Blackpool Carers Centre Beaverbrooks House 147 Newton Drive Blackpool FY3 8LZ

Trustees

P Jebb, (Resigned 8.8.22) S Lambert, Chair T Jackson, Vice Chair A Gilmore, Treasurer H Lewis (Resigned 13.2.23) J Topping A Ward S Howarth S Leighton B Reilly

Company Secretary Mr T W McMurdo

Auditors

Champion Accountants LLP 7-9 Station Road Hesketh Bank Preston Lancashire PR4 6SN

Mr John Barnett DL MBE Mrs Danielle Barnett Miss Hayley Kay Mr Clive Hirst

KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL

The Trustees delegate responsibility for the day-to-day management of the charity to the following senior employees:

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The Charitable Company (hereafter referred to as “the Charity”) is controlled by its governing document, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

As set out in the Articles of Association, the board of trustees comprises not less than three trustees but not more than 12 trustees.

The Board is responsible for the recruitment and appointment of new Trustees. Each year a skills audit is undertaken and if gaps are identified, a recruitment process takes place. The recruitment process has been developed

Induction and training of new trustees

Once a decision has been made to take up a Board position, Trustees receive an induction pack containing the annual report, strategy and business plan and detailed information about the organisation and the personal commitment required. Trustees are invited to visit Beaverbrooks House and shadow workers in order to ensure a detailed understanding of the work carried out.

Each year a Board Development Day is held, when trustees, supported by senior staff, take part in governance training and review the strategy, developing new ideas and learning about each other’s roles.

Organisational structure

The activities of the organisation are governed by the board of trustees, all of whom are directors. The board has established an Audit and Governance Sub-Committee.

Board meetings are held quarterly, and a board assurance framework has been established in order to guide the board and sub-committee agenda.

The Treasurer works closely with the finance team to provide assurance to the board around organisational finance.

The Board of Trustees appoints the Board of Directors who report to the Board on the operational running of the organisation.

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Trustees’ attendance at board meetings

Trustee 09.05.22 08.08.22 14.11.22 13.02.23
PaulJebb N/A N/A N/A
Sarah Lambert(Chair)
Alison Gilmore(Treasurer) x
Howard Lewis x x x N/A
John Topping x
Sian Howarth x x
AnthonyWard
Tracy Jackson(Vice Chair) x x
Sarah Leighton x x
Ben Reilly x

Relationships with funders are maintained and regarded as high priority in order to develop sustainable and diverse funding streams.

Related parties

None of the trustees receives remuneration or other benefits from their work with the charity. Trustees are invited to declare any relevant interests at each board meeting, and formally requested to submit an annual register of interests form.

Quality

Blackpool Carers Centre holds the Trusted Charity Level 1 Quality Mark and is a Carers Trust Centre of Excellence.

Blackpool Carers’ Centre Ltd is a network partner of Carers Trust.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Remuneration policy

Objectives and aims

The board is responsible for considering the remuneration of all staff, taking account of the skills and experience required, as well as the sector norms for charities of this size. Staff pay is reviewed by the board of trustees and a full pay review has been conducted with a new salary structure in place.

The Charity’s objects as set out in the objects contained in the company’s memorandum of association are:

Risk management

The board follows a comprehensive risk management policy which clearly defines the roles of the board, audit committee and staff in identifying and managing risks, and how the register of risks should be used as a live document.

The board has a risk matrix to identify all major risks. Each risk is scheduled for attention according to the severity of its potential impact and the Audit and Governance Sub-Committee manages the risk process.

Purpose

The charity has a clear and easily understandable purpose which is to make ‘A Better Life for Carers’.

MarkSafety Limited has been employed to manage Health and Safety.

Public Benefit

The trustees have given careful consideration to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit in setting its strategy and when planning for the future. The charity supports carers from age of 5 who live, attend school/college or have a GP in Blackpool. A wide variety of support is offered to carers, families and professionals without charge.

We provide:

In order to ensure that resources are allocated effectively and to reduce dependency on services, initial assessments identify carers who are in the highest need according to a ‘red/amber/green’ status. The most complex families receive time limited, intensive packages of support intended to improve the quality of their lives. At the end of the support plan, carers are able to access peer or volunteer led support alongside organised events and activities.

Beaverbrooks House is open 5 days a week from 8.00am to 6.00pm with activities also taking place most weekends. Carers can call into Beaverbrooks House at any time to use facilities, gardens, take part in activities or seek advice and support. By embedding ourselves in our community, we are able to introduce the concept of caring and its potential impact on individuals/ families and educate all our stakeholders in the services that we offer.

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Charitable activities

In order to deliver our purpose, we have developed a strategy focusing on four areas and this is reviewed annually. With the use of an operational plan, we review how our activities have performed against outputs and outcomes. We report on impact and ensure that all planned activities will achieve our purpose. Regular reviews allow trustees to build on the successes and learn when things go wrong in order to feed into a cycle of continuous development.

A. Carers

We will:

B. People - Developing a high-quality team of staff, volunteers, students and partners and be an employer of choice.

We will:

C. Resources - Developing a sustainable future.

We will:

ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE

Over 2022/23:

For adult carers:

For young carers:

For young adult carers

Resources

We are particularly indebted to the many funders who have provided vital support this year. We are indebted to The Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust, who have not only provided Beaverbrooks House at a peppercorn rent for 20 years, but also provide the funding for our Volunteer Coordinator.

In addition to monetary support we have been fortunate to benefit from many pro bono supporters who provide professional guidance and corporate resources.

We very much appreciate the kindness of all our supporters who so generously fundraise and volunteer to make a better life for carers.

Passion, Quality, Respect

As part of our commitment to our staff, students and volunteers, we have introduced a values-based performance management system. This has seen the end of annual appraisals with monthly live time feedback, matched against our values.

Donations

We make every penny count. For every £1 we spend on fundraising, we bring in £18.95 to support more local carers (2022: £7.58).

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial review and reserves The results of the Group are summarised on the Statement of Financial Activities.

The closing reserves are shown on the Balance Sheet.

The group has reserves of £1,245,371 at the year end.

Of this total; £942,211 is a designated fund which represents the net book value (after depreciation) of donated assets received in respect of leasehold improvements during the DIYSOS: BBC Children in Need Big Build in 2016 and the capital expenditure on the annexe development , along with a number of projects as detailed in note 19. This leaves a balance of £303,160 constituting free reserves.

The Charity’s reserves policy is to hold a level of 3-6 months free reserves equating to the unrestricted direct charitable costs for the year, being approximately £660,000.

c) Achieve net carbon neutrality

d) Deliver excellence in governance and financial management.

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The free reserves of £303,160 currently represent around 5 months’ worth of those costs.

The Trustees will endeavour to retain this level in the future.

Investment policy and objectives The Charity is holding £200,000 in a deposit Bond for safekeeping.

Future Developments

During 2023 we will be focusing on:

Importantly, as the Health and Social Care landscape shifts, we will develop new ways of working that align with the priorities of our statutory partners.

OUR FUNDRAISING PRACTICE

Blackpool Carers Centre Ltd has moved away from a heavy reliance on statutory funding from the local authority. Instead, the Charity is developing and widening its income streams to ensure a sustainable future.

Our approach to fundraising is based on building and maintaining key relationships. We take this approach seriously, ensuring that donors feel fully involved in our work and able to see clearly why their donations are making a better life for carers. Whilst we accept single donations, we do not actively seek them. Our best fundraisers are the service delivery team who deliver excellence in their daily work.

Passionate, committed donors who understand the value of unpaid carers will often become informal ambassadors. We aim to connect with donors and help them to understand why donations are important and how their money will be used. We offer our donors choice and focus on the impact of their donations. We consult with donors regularly. Many donors accept recognition whereas some of our donors request anonymity.

Our Head of Fundraising holds the MInstF (Cert) qualification from the Institute of Fundraising (IoF). We have subscribed to the IoF’s Code of Fundraising Practice and pro-actively adhere to the code by training all staff and volunteers in its contents.

As a result of our relationship approach, we do not approach individuals for donations and we have not received any fundraising complaints. There is a clear process to deal with complaints.

GOING CONCERN

The accounts are prepared on a going concern basis, which the Trustees consider to be appropriate having considered the foreseeable future. The Charitable Company holds reserves which are sufficiently in line with its reserves policy.

MEASURING PERFORMANCE

The charity employs a number of tools to measure the performance of each of its projects. All carers across the service receive a pre and post intervention assessment, enabling a measure to be taken of the impact achieved by each project, both collectively and individually with carers and their families.

Quantitative information is generated through each contact made, with a range of key performance indicators, including referral numbers, instances of 1:1 support and activity attendances, all being regularly assessed to ensure quality throughout the service.

Qualitative information, most

frequently communicated through case studies, is used to give a holistic picture of a case, both internally to measure performance and externally to inform our partners.

EMPLOYMENT POLICY

The charity’s policy is to promote equality of opportunity to all in employment and throughout the selection process, irrespective of their gender, race, ethnic origin, disability, age, nationality, sexuality, marital status and social class. Blackpool Carers oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

All employees, students and volunteers are treated fairly and equally. Selection for employment, promotion, training and any other benefits is on the basis of aptitude and ability. All employees are helped and encouraged to further develop to their full potential and the talents and the resources of the workforce are fully utilised to maximise the efficiency of the organisation.

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Statement of Trustees’ Reponsibilities

The trustees (who are also the directors of Blackpool Carers Centre Limited for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure of the charitable company for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to

In so far as the trustees are aware:

AUDITORS

The auditors, Champion Accountants LLP will be proposed for re-appointment at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD:

...................................................... A Gilmore - Trustee 14th August 2023

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to 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 for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

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Report of the Independent Auditors

Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Blackpool Carers Centre Limited (the 'parent company') and its subsidiaries (the ‘group’) for the year ended 31st March 2023 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet, the Cash Flow Statement and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the group in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC's Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the ISAs (UK) require us to report to you where:

Other information

The trustees are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included in the Annual Report, other than the financial statements and our Report of the Independent Auditors thereon.

Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether there is a material misstatement in the financial statements or a material misstatement of the other information. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the charitable company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the Report of the Trustees.

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of trustees

As explained more fully in the Statement of Trustees' Responsibilities, the trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

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In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charitable company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis 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.

Our 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 a Report of the Independent Auditors that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance; but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the Charitable company's / Group’s members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable company's / Group’s members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditors' report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Charitable Company/Group and the Charitable Company's / Group’s members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

P Buck FCA,DChA (Senior Statutory Auditor) for and on behalf of Champion Accountants LLP 7-9 Station Road Hesketh Bank Preston Lancashire PR4 6SN

14th August 2023

A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council's website at www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Report of the Independent Auditors.

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Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities

for the year ended 31st March 2023 (incorporating income and expenditure account)

2023 2022 Unrestricted Restricted Total Total funds funds funds funds Notes £ £ £ £ INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 2 130,894 401,780 532,674 734,720 Charitable activities Direct charitable activities 5 385,160 - 385,160 389,279 Other trading activities 3 88,043 - 88,043 125,328 Investment income 4 5,376 - 5,376 94 Total 609,473 401,780 1,011,253 1,249,421 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 6 53,345 - 53,345 75,579 Charitable activities 7 Direct charitable activities 608,328 401,780 1,010,108 951,948 Total 661,673 401,780 1,063,453 1,027,527 NET INCOME BEFORE TRANSFERS (52,200) - (52,200) 221,894 Gross transfers between funds 19 - - - - NET INCOME (52,200) - (52,200) 221,894 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 1,297,571 - 1,297,571 1,075,677 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 1,245,371 - 1,245,371 1,297,571

The consolidated figures above include the results of the Charity which had income for the year of £1,000,157 (2022: £1,225,808) and a net deficit of -£51,866 (2022: £8,864 surplus).

The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses in the year and therefore a statement of total recognised gains and losses has not been prepared.

All of the above amounts relate to continuing activities.

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Balance Sheets

as at 31st March 2023



Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets 14
Investments 15

CURRENT ASSETS
Stock – raw materials
Debtors 16
Investments 17
Cash at bank

CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year 18

NET CURRENT ASSETS

TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
NET ASSETS

FUNDS
Unrestricted funds: 19
General fund
Designated funds – per note 19


Restricted fund
TOTAL FUNDS*		 Consolidated
2023 2022
Group Group
£ £
474,378 509,245
- -
474,378 509,245
3,690 573
142,753 63,149
646,588 511,737
105,861 294,646
898,892 870,105
(127,899)(81,775)

770,993 788,330

1,245,371 1,297,575
1,245,371 1,297,575


303,160 388,326
942,211 909,245
1,245,371 1,297,571
- -
1,245,371 1,297,571		 Charity
2023 2022
Charity Charity
£ £
467,044 499,465
100 100
467,144 499,565
3,690 573
153,038 91,591
646,588 511,737
85,205 258,182
888,521 862,083
(126,458)(80,575)

762,063 781,508

1,229,207 1,281,073
1,229,207 1,281,073


294,328 381,608
934,879 899,465
1,229,207 1,281,073
- -
1,229,207 1,281,073

*The designated fund mainly represents the net book value of assets received in respect of leasehold improvements (This does not represent available liquid resources) along with projects detailed in note 19.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small charitable companies and with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective April 2008).

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 14th August 2023 and were signed on its behalf by:

...................................................

A Gilmore –Trustee

Registered Company Number: 05633524 (England and Wales); Charity Number: 1114558

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Cash Flow Statement

for the year ended 31st March 2023

2023 2022 Notes £ £ Cash flows from operating activities: Cash generated from operations 1 (42,078) (5,827) Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities (42,075) (5,827) Cash flows from investing activities: Purchase of tangible fixed assets (17,232) - Disposal of tangible fixed assets - 795 Interest received 5,376 94 Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (11,856) 889 Change in cash and cash equivalents in the reporting period (53,934) (4,938) Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period 806,383 811,322 Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period 752,449 806,383

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Notes to the Cash Flow Statement

for the year ended 31st March 2023

1. RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

2023 2022 £ £ Net income for the reporting period (as per the statement of financial activities) (52,200) 21,898 Adjustments for: Depreciation charges 52,098 38,916 Interest received (5,376) (94) Decrease/(Increase) in stocks (3,117) 1,516 Decrease/(Increase) in debtors (79,607) (29,667) Increase/(Decrease) in creditors 46,124 (38,396) Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities (42,078) (5,827)

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the year ended 31st March 2023

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charitable company have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with the exception of investments which are included at market value.

Group Financial Statements

These Financial Statements consolidate the results of the charity, and its subsidiary: Blackpool Carers Centre Trading Limited on a line by line basis. Details of the relationship between these entities are included in the notes to the Financial Statements.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has legal entitlement to the funds, it is possible that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Grants are credited to income (voluntary income; where no conditions are attached) as they are received except where there is confirmation from the donor that these should be deferred, to be matched against future costs.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or 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 aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end date are noted as a commitment but not accrued as expenditure.

Allocation and apportionment of costs

Support costs

There is only one charitable activity heading, and a very small proportion of charitable activities are attributed to fund raising, therefore to reallocate support costs to this heading would be meaningless and the figures involved immaterial.

Only costs formerly included in governance are shown as support costs and allocated to charitable activities. Since there is only one charitable activity heading, all costs are included there.

Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.

Leasehold improvements - 5% straight line over the life of the lease Plant and machinery - 25% on reducing balance Fixtures and fittings - 25% on reducing balance Motor vehicles - 25% on reducing balance

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits

The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.

Donated assets and services

In accordance with the Charity SORP, donated services are included in the accounts at the value they would have otherwise have been if paid for by a customer. Donated goods are included at the cost to the donor. The resulting amount is shown within donation income on the Statement of Financial Activities, with a corresponding cost heading within charitable activities. Items that would normally be capitalised are included as fixed assets and depreciated over the life of the asset as noted above. The value of volunteer labour is not included within the Accounts except as a narrative note valued by taking the amount of time given multiplied by a reasonable rate per hour (such as national minimum wage). Goods donated for re-sale, especially those that are difficult to place a value on, are not included within the accounts (as income or stock) until the items are sold when the price sold for is recorded as income.

Investments

Investments are shown at market value.

Stock

Stocks are included at the lower of cost and net realisable value.

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES - Charity and Group

2023 2022 £ £ Donations 95,512 108,574 Grants 404,975 599,084 Donated services 32,187 27,062 532,674 734,720 Grants received, included in the above, are as follows: 2023 2022 £ £ Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust 21,000 25,750 Blackpool CCG - Connect 5 25,350 25,350 Blackpool Council - Cost of Living 24,188 - Blackpool Council - COVID Response - 24,705 Blackpool Council - Home Recovery 25,000 - Blackpool Council - Household Support 5,500 - Blackpool Council - Managing Challenging Behaviour 26,575 26,131 Carers Trust - Inspiring Change - 4,251 Cares Trust - Making Carers Count 39,540 20,870 Carers Trust - Respite Support - 12,000 Carers Trust - Time for Me 5,135 - Children in Need 40,729 41,796 Children in Need - Activity Fund - 5,818 Community Foundation - 8,737 Eric Wright Charitable Trust 48,500 20,000 Individual grants 12,049 95,626 The Julia & Hans Rausing Trust - 75,000 The National Lottery Community Fund - RC North West Region 99,181 147,178 NHS England - Can You See Me - 9,950 NHS England - Rapid Learning - 9,993 Postcode Neighbourhood Trust - 11,427 The Rank Foundation - Profit for Good - 7,500 The Rank Foundation - Time to Shine - 18,692 Spirit - Bang the Drum - 810 St James’ Place Charitable Trust 7,500 7,500 Vera Wolstencroft Trust 24,728 - 404,975 599,084

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

3. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES 2023 2022 £ £ Fundraising and events - charity 76,947 104,216 Trading - subsidiary 11,096 21,112 88,043 125,328 4. INVESTMENT INCOME - Charity & Group 2023 2022 £ £ Deposit account interest 5,376 94 Interest receivable – trading - - 5,314 94 5. INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES - Charity & Group 2023 2022 £ £ Activity Social work, student placements Direct charitable activities 8,020 6,696 Contract income Direct charitable activities 361,496 340,704 Support services Direct charitable activities 15,644 41,879 385,160 389,279 2023 2022 £ £ Grants received, included in the above, are as follows: Blackpool CCG - Adult Carers' Support 193,873 190,632 Blackpool CCG - Carers Break and Relief Fund 10,312 10,140 Blackpool CCG - Dementia Support 77,343 76,050 Blackpool CCG – Young Carers’ Support 64,968 63,882 Blackpool Council – Early Help 8,750 - ICB – TOCH 6,250 - 361,496 340,704 6. RAISING FUNDS - Charity & Group 2023 2022 £ £ Fundraising costs - Charity 41,914 49,996 Charity shops and trading – subsidiary 11,431 25,583 53,345 75,579 7. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS - Charity & Group Grant funding Support Direct of activites costs Totals costs (see note 8) (see note 9) £ £ £ Direct charitable activities 980,092 20,089 9,927 1,010,108

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

8. GRANTS PAYABLE - Charity & Group

Grants paid to individuals amount to £20,089 (2022: £32,981).

9. SUPPORT COSTS - Group

Governance costs £ Direct charitable activities – Charity 9,927 10. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) - Group

Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting): 2023 2022 £ £ Auditors’ remuneration - charity 7,920 7,200 Accountancy fees - subsidiary 1,440 1,200 Depreciation - owned assets 18,607 21,414 Depreciation - donated assets 32,500 32,500

11. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2023 nor for the year ended 31 March 2022.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees’ expenses in the year ended 31 March 2023.

12. STAFF COSTS – Charity & Group

2023 2022 £ £ Wages and salaries 602,988 616,379 Social security costs 53,426 51,475 Other pension costs 19,124 18,896 675,538 686,750 The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: 2023 2022 Charity 23 25 Subsidiary 0 0 Group total 23 25

The key management personnel of the Charity are noted in the Trustees Report. The total employee benefits of the key management personnel of the Charity were £144,518 (2022: £151,667).

No member of staff was paid more than £60,000 during the year (being the reportable limit specified by the Charity Commission).

There are pension contributions outstanding at the balance sheet date of £811 (2022: £718).

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

13. GRANT INCOME IN ADVANCE - Charity (note 18)

As at 1/4/22 Movement As at 31/3/23 £ £ £ The National Lottery Community Fund - RC North West Region 15,135 16,981 32,116 Blackpool Council - Early Help - 26,250 26,250 Children in Need 6,663 - 6,663 Eric Wright Charitable Trust 23,000 (23,000) - ICB - TOCH - 18,750 18,750 St James’ Place Charitable Trust 4,375 - 4,375 49,173 38,981 88,154 Group total 49,173 38,981 88,154

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

14a) TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS - Group

Leasehold Improve- Plant Fixtures Improvements ments to and (Donated) Property Machinery Fittings Vehicles Totals £ £ £ £ £ £ COST At 1st April 2022 565,000 8,987 135,950 55,250 31,540 796,727 Additions/(Disposals) 15,234 - 1,998 - - 17,232 At 31st March 2023 580,234 8,987 137,948 55,250 31,540 813,959 DEPRECIATION At 1st April 2022 120,000 3,607 101,887 33,619 28,369 287,482 Charge for year 35,808 1,344 8,745 5,408 793 52,098 At 31st March 2023 155,808 4,951 110,632 39,027 29,162 339,580 NET BOOK VALUE At 31st March 2023 424,426 4,035 27,316 16,223 2,378 474,378 At 31st March 2022 445,000 5,380 34,063 21,631 3,171 509,245 14b) TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS - Charity Leasehold Plant Fixtures Improvements and and Motor (Donated) Machinery Fittings Vehicle Totals £ £ £ £ £ COST At 1st April 2022 565,000 135,950 48,794 31,540 781,284 Additions/Disposals 15,234 1,998 - - 17,232 At 31st March 2023 580,234 137,948 48,794 31,540 798,516 DEPRECIATION At 1st April 2022 120,000 101,887 31,562 28,369 281,818 Charge for year 35,808 8,745 4,308 793 49,654 At 31st March 2023 155,808 110,632 35,870 29,162 331,472 NET BOOK VALUE At 31st March 2023 424,426 27,316 12,924 2,378 467,044 At 31st March 2022 445,000 34,063 17,232 3,171 499,465

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

15. SUBSIDIARY COMPANY

The Charity has one trading subsidiary: Blackpool Carers Centre Trading Ltd, a company incorporated in England and Wales which is consolidated into the results of the Charity. The Charity owns the entire share capital of the trading subsidiary, being 100 £1 ordinary shares.

The audited Financial Statements of Blackpool Carers Centre Trading Ltd for the year ended 31st March 2023 are filed with the Registrar of Companies. A summary of the trading results of Blackpool Carers Centre Trading Ltd are shown below:

2023 £ Turnover 11,096 Cost of sales (2,413) Gross profit 8,683 Administrative and finance costs (6,574) Depreciation (2,444) Net Profit for the year (335) The aggregate of assets, liabilities and reserves is: 2022 £ Fixed Assets 7,333 Current Assets 21,287 Current Liabilities (12,356) Total reserves 16,264

16. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

Group Charity

2023 2022 2023 2022 £ £ £ £ Trade debtors 131,021 51,896 130,390 47,563 Inter company account - - 10,916 32,775 Other debtors 2,392 100 2,392 100 Prepayments 9,340 11,153 9,340 11,153 142,753 63,149 153,038 91,591

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

17. CURRENT ASSET INVESTMENTS



Unlisted investments - bonds and deposits
18. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR


Trade creditors
Social security and other taxes
Accruals and deferred income (note 13)
Accrued expenses

19. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - Charity & Group



Unrestricted funds
Designated fund - Charity
General fund - Charity
Designated fund - Subsidiary
General fund - Subsidiary

Restricted funds
Restricted fund - Charity & Group
TOTAL FUNDS

see narrative below
Analysis of net assets between funds: Group*



Fixed Assets
Current Assets
Current Liabilities

Net Assets		 Group
Charity
2023 2022 2023 2022
£ £ £ £
646,526 511,737 646,526 511,737
Group
Charity
2023 2022 2023 2022
£ £ £ £
28,599 16,891 28,599 16,891
811 718 811 718
88,154 49,174 88,154 49,174
10,334 14,992 8,894 13,792
127,899 81,775 126,458 80,575
Net movement Transfers
At 1.4.22 in fundsbetween fundsAt 31.3.23
£ £ £ £
899,465 35,414 - 934,879
381,608 (87,280) - 294,328
9,780 (2,448) - 7,332
6,718 2,114 - 8,832
1,297,571 (52,200) - 1,245,371
- - - -
1,297,571 (52,200)- 1,245,371

Restricted Unrestricted Total
funds funds 2023
£ £ £
- 474,378 474,378
- 898,892 898,892
- (127,899) (127,899)

- 1,245,371 1,245,371		 Group
Charity
2023 2022 2023 2022
£ £ £ £
646,526 511,737 646,526 511,737
Group
Charity
2023 2022 2023 2022
£ £ £ £
28,599 16,891 28,599 16,891
811 718 811 718
88,154 49,174 88,154 49,174
10,334 14,992 8,894 13,792
127,899 81,775 126,458 80,575
Net movement Transfers
At 1.4.22 in fundsbetween fundsAt 31.3.23
£ £ £ £
899,465 35,414 - 934,879
381,608 (87,280) - 294,328
9,780 (2,448) - 7,332
6,718 2,114 - 8,832
1,297,571 (52,200) - 1,245,371
- - - -
1,297,571 (52,200)- 1,245,371

Restricted Unrestricted Total
funds funds 2023
£ £ £
- 474,378 474,378
- 898,892 898,892
- (127,899) (127,899)

- 1,245,371 1,245,371
80,575
At 31.3.23
£
934,879
294,328
7,332
8,832
1,245,371
-
1,245,371
Total
2023
£
474,378
898,892
(127,899)
1,245,371

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Notes to the Financial Statements continued

for the year ended 31st March 2023

19. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - Charity & Group - Continued

Analysis of net assets between funds: Charity

Restricted Unrestricted Total funds funds 2023 £ £ £ Fixed Assets and Investments - 467,144 467,144 Current Assets - 888,521 888,521 Current Liabilities - (126,458) (126,458) Net Assets - 1,229,207 1,229,207

Designated funds are allocated as follows: £227,500 is a designated fund which represents the net book value (after depreciation) of leasehold improvements donated in 2017), £250,000 is designated for specific elements of the Young Carers programme, £150,000 is designated for hospital discharge and rehabilitation and £120,000 is designated for work on the Refocus Substance Misuse project, £187,379 is designated towards fixed assets purchased. There is also £7332 of designated funds relating to the subsidiary company, giving an overall total of £924,211. This leaves a balance of £303,160 constituting general / free reserves.

The transfer from restricted funds to unrestricted funds represents costs incurred in head office and central activities relating to restricted projects which have been re-charged by way of a management recharge.

20. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

During the year the charity incurred net income totalling £5,000 in relation to the trading subsidiary, this was received in April 2023. The balance owed by the trading subsidiary at the year end, and shown within debtors is £10,916 (2022 creditors: £32,776).

Blackpool Carers Centre Trading Limited, a subsidiary undertaking, has applied the exemption from audit under section 479A of the Companies Act 2006. As such the parent undertaking guarantees all outstanding liabilities to which the company is subject at the end of the financial year, until they are satisfied in full, and the guarantee is enforceable against the parent undertaking by any person to whom the subsidiary company is liable in respect of those liabilities.

21. DONATED SERVICES AND FACILITIES

The figure recognised as income/expenditure relating to donated services and facilities may be summarised as follows:

£ General donations 12,187 Notional annual rent - Beaverbrooks House 20,000 32,187

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Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities

Comparative figures for the year ended 31st March 2022

Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds funds £ £ £ INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 77,886 656,834 734,720 Charitable activities Direct charitable activities 389,279 - 389,279 Other trading activities 125,328 - 125,328 Investment income 94 - 94 Total 592,587 656,834 1,249,421 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 75,579 - 75,579 Charitable activities Direct charitable activities 660,000 291,948 951,948 Total 735,579 291,948 1,027,527 NET INCOME BEFORE TRANSFERS (142,992) 364,886 221,894 Gross transfers between funds 139,626 (139,626) - NET INCOME 252,780 (30,886) 221,894 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 1,044,791 30,886 1,075,677 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 1,297,571 - 1,297,571

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