Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01/04/23 Period start date To 31/03/24 Period end date
Charity name: The Lawrence Centre
Charity registration number: 1146960
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The aim of The Lawrence Centre is to Prevent social isolation Give family carers a break Help maintain independence We do this by giving support to older vulnerable people including those living with memory loss and other health issues through day opportunities. We operate 5 days a week and 1 Saturday a month. We also ensure that timely information is given about community services and benefits advice as well as providing support to carers. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
The Lawrence Centre provides a range of wellbeing and stimulating social activities which encourages people to forge friendships, keep well, active and have fun. We have speakers on various topics, arts and crafts sessions, singing and music, flexercise and reminiscence therapy. A healthy nutritious lunch is provided each day as well as refreshments. We work with schools in the area to provide intergenerational sessions which is beneficial and enhances the enjoyment of the day. Our Outreach service provides companionship and support for people who feel groups are not for them. TLC is involved in many community services always promoting awareness of older people in the area. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | All trustees have regard and understand the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. |
Additional information (optional)
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SORP reference |
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | Our volunteers support TLC by helping with refreshments, lunch and activities. We also have volunteers in our small award winning garden. Volunteer drivers help to provide transport for our members to and from TLC from the surrounding area. |
| Other |
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | Providing support through day opportunities for older people including those living with memory loss and health issues Being able to signpost beneficiaries to other community resources in a timely fashion. To give critical advice re benefits Taking referrals from GP’s, health professionals, Adult Social Care, Health Connectors, the community as well as self referrals Providing mental and physical stimulation Maintaining independence Helping to prevent social isolation Giving carers a break Working with schools and providing intergenerational work Working closely with other local community organisations to enhance awareness of older people. |
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Achievements against Para 1.41 objectives set
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | A deficit of £12,271 (no major fund-raising event during the financial year) |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Reserves are held for upkeep of the building, new furniture that will need replacing due to wear and tear, new cooker etc. staff redundancies in the event of closure. Continuation of the charity. In case of any legal issues. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £369,079 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | Currently in discussion with Somerset Council about future income streams, as our annual grant with the County is at risk |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | A daily fee is paid by those attending sessions at the Centre or receiving Outreach support. We receive a fee from Wells Community Network for running their Helpline. Donations from individuals and local organisations. Income from hiring the centre to other local organisations. |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document | Para 1.25 | |
| How is the charity constituted? |
Para 1.25 | Unincorporated |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | This is done at a trustees board meeting agreeing appointment as minuted |
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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | The Lawrence Centre |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charity number | 1146960 |
| Charity’s principal address | The Lawrence Centre 31 Chamberlain Street, Wells Somerset BA5 2PQ |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| John Carter | ||||
| Stephen Harrison | ||||
| Dr Alex Gundry | ||||
| Trisha Leigh | ||||
| Anna Hay | ||||
| Stella Dawson | ||||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity
Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects
Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc)
Date
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CHARITY COMMISSION I FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examlner's Report Report to the truste0$ The Lawrencè Centre On 8ccounlg for the year éndod 31 It March 2024 Charlty no (If any) 1146960 Set out on pag86 1&2 I report to th8 trustee8 on my examinatlon of the accounts of the above charily ("the Trusy,) for the year 8nded 3110312024. Rosponslbllftlès and basls of report A8 the charity's trustees. you are re5ponsib18 for the preparallon of the accounts in accordance with the requir8ment8 of the Charities Acl 2011 (Ihe Act"). I report sn respect of my examlnatlon of the Trust's accounts carrfed out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying oul my examlnation, I have followed all the applicable Dlrectlon8 glven by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent I have completed my examin8tlon. I confirm that no matedal matters have examlner's statement come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that dlsclo8ed below) whlch glves me cau86 to b81ievo Ihat In, any material respect: the 8ccountlng records were noi kept In accordance with 88Ctfon 130 of the Charities Act: or the accounts dld not aexord with the accountlng record8; or I have no concerns and have come across no other matters In connectlon with the examination to which attention 8hould b8 drawn in thig report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Slgnod: Date: Name: Erik J Molnar Relevant professlonal quallflcatlon(sl or body (If any): ICAEW- ACA Qualification Address: St Lawrence Lodge, 37 Chambertain Streei Wells BAS 2PQ IER Oct 2018