REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1155864 REPORTOF THE TRUSTEESAND UNAUDITED FINANCIALSTATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2 23 DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE OPERATIN LIGHTHOUSE COUNSELLING
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE CONTENTS OFTHE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2023 Page Report of the Trustees Ito4 Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activitie5 Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements 8t012 Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 13to14
DUDLEYCOUNSELLING CENTRE REPORTOF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDIN T DECEMBER 2023 The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charlty for the year ended 31st December 2023. The trustess have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reportin8 by Charities= Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their account5 in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 leffective l January 20151 OBJEcfivES AND ACTIVITIES The Hub (Support for Vulnerable Adults) The Hub has a regular weekly attendance of 20-25 adults in attendance, these are people on the edge of society, vulnerable not able to manage daily needs. The Hub's volunteers have provided excellent support lone-onel in emotional relicenses, physical health and wellbeing from local nurses anil a retired Consultant, weekly food and clothing is provided. Overall, the HU8 provides an safe venue to socialiie. The main change and challenge to the HUB is the lead person Jenny Lenton. who did an amazing Job in the transitioning thè HUB away from the previou5 soup kitchen. has moved away and volunteers have done an excellent job in sustainin8 HUB activities. We continue to look for a replacement for Jenny. Lottery report Jan- Sept 2024 CAFÉ The funding provided has given us the skills and tools to put on groups for vulnerable and lonely individuals. Some of the groups we have hosted in the café are.. l. Lev$ get cooking group- teaching individuals to cook basic rneals from scratch throughout a S-week programme, promoting practical skills, emotion skills and social skills as well as new cooking skills, such as soups, lasagne, cottage pie and curry. These ski115 not only help increase their self-esteem but also their confidence, encouraging healthy eating habits and a balanced diet. Through this programrne we elaborate on money/ budget management due to the cost-of-living increase. helping the families to manage their food budget by getting fresh ingredients so they can cook healthy meals at home for their families at low cost. This programme is free for all who attend. Feedback forms were given and some of the feedback from those who attended are as follow5.. Keith- he was referred from his doctor to help with hi5 confidence and eating habits. This course gave him more self-belief in his cooking and has given him the confidence to cook for his 101-year-old mother. . Salvatore- found out about this programme from the library and it has given him a confidence boost in the kitchen as he had never cooked before. He has gone from feeling alone to having fun in the kitchen and enjoys cooking at home. Teresa- said she has learnt new recipes and is now trying new stuff for her and her family of 5. Emma- She was also referred to us by her doctor and said this has helped with her mental health and has given her the confidence to be around people. Continued....... Page I
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2 2. Fitness group for over 60'5- In this group we now have about 8-10 seniors who attend this group once a week. This group has helped the over 60's from feeling lonely bein8 Stuck at home and to come together nnre a week to participate it) fun chair oxorcises and then to sit Jnd have ¢offee tO8Cthcr afterward3. The aim of this group is to promote fitness and social life for over 60.5. Having an experienced fitness instructor to come to the café every week longoin81 to host the gentle chair exercises accordlng to the Individual abilities to build up their body strength. 3. Reunlon 8roup- This group is held once a month for the elLterly, the lonely and people with disabilities to get together to fellowship. take part in games, quizzes, sing along and enjoy a two-course meal with each other. This is a popular group of up to 20+ people and a great opportunity for individuals to have fun and enBage with new people. Our networking has been done thau8h: Social media. Dudley Library. Family hub. Connect meetings, Word of mouth and advertisements though posters, signs. banners and leaflets. Footfall Sn the ¢afe: January- 255 covers. February- 273 covers, March- 257 covers + 70 children during our HAF programme 14 days), April- 256 tover5, May - 284 covers. June- 368 covers, July- 169 cover5 + 200 children durin8 our HAF programme18 days), Au8ilSt- 114 covers and 5eptember- 169 covers. Apprenticeship and volunteers Paige is almost at the end of her apprenticeship programme; She has gained $0 many new skills, such as cookin& bakin& barista Icoffeel, customer seNice and money handling, she also attended food and hygiene training, health and safety training, fire awareness course and first aid. Paige has excelled in the kitchen and in her confidence with customer5. She has excelled in baking cakes something she did not know how to do before. We have seen Paige grow as an individual and manage her time well. Towards the end of her programme. I believe Paige will exceed in anyjob that she does as she works hard and understands how to do tasks very quickly. Kundai has been volunteerin8 Wlth us for over a year during holiday5 whilst at university. She has mastered the coffee machine, gaining skills and knowledge in all the hots drinks that are available giving her new skills to help her find a job, whilst studyin8 at university. Counsellin8 Play Therapy and Youth Therapy From August 2023 to August 2024 Play therapy and youth therapy referrals- 100 referra15 Play therapy and youth therapy sessions- 340 sessions Nature/reasons for referrals included.. Abuse, Accommodation, Addiction support ADHD Anger management, Antisocial behaviour, Anxiety Bereavement. C8T Chronic health conditions. Depression. Disabilities Eating disorders, Employment, Finance, Gamblin& Grief. Loneliness Loss Menopause OCD Physical health, PTSD Relationship5 Self-esteem Self-harm Sex problems Sexuality Spirituality Stres5 Suicidal thoughts. Continued....... Page 2
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2023 Adults Counsellin8 Numbers of adult referrals received since Jan 2024- 150 referrals Numbers of sessions have been seen since 3rd Jan 2024 - 625 session5 Session topics included: Abuse, Accommodation, Addiction support ADHD Anger management. Antisocial behaviour, Anxiety 8ereavement, CBT Chronic health conditions, Depression, Disabilitie5 Eatin8 disorders, Employment, Finance. Gambling. Grief. Loneliness Loss Menopause OCD Physical health, PTSD Relationships Self-esteem Self-harm Sex problems Sexuality Spirituality Stress Suicidal thoughts. Play Therapy testlmonies I recently completed work with a five year old, presenting angry, experiencing tantrums ènd physically lashing out at her guardians. Through work with the whole family, we creating house rules and boundaries I worked with mum on parenting, rules. boundaries praise and consequences. I worked with the young person on understanding emotions and mind to body connection Taught the young person strategies and shared these with family to do at home. Worked with a 5 year old male with resuming contact with his biological mother after he was taken from her care. I completed trauma informed work with this young person around the abuse he suffered. l used interventions and strategies to help his Calm his nervous system and to regulate. I worked with him and the family on bounilarie5 and re8ulation at home. Providing family with re8ulation strate8ies that they could provide school. The biggest challenge faclng Counselling has been we appointed an asslstant manager who unfortunately was not competent for the role. We continue to look for an assistant manager in the mean time we have appointed an office lead, with an increased salary who carries the load to a551St the Centre Manager. Page 3
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2023 FINANCIAL REVIEW Flnanclal position The trustees consider the financial position a5 Stable and satisfactory for the level of income. STRUCTURE. GOVERNANCEAND MANAGEMENT Governing document The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and consitutes as unincorporated charity. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Re8lStered Charity number 1155864 Prlnclpal address 24- 36 Salop Street Dudlev West Midlands DYI 3AT Trustees Rev J Hayes Shaun Eden Dolores Wishart Asha Rani-Lal Arthur Lavender Hubert Treasure MBE Independent examiner Handmill Taxation Ltd Spencer House 114 High Street Wordslev Stourbridge West Midlands DY8 SQR Approved by order of the board of trustees on 24th Ortober2024 and signed on its behalf by.. JHa s Trustees Page 4
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE Independent examSner's report to the trustees of Dudley Coun5elling Centre I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Dudley Counselling Centre (the Trust) for the year ended 31st December 2023. Responslbllltles and basis of report A- the charity tru=tccs of the Trujt you are repon3ible for the pieyaialiuii vf ilie dLLvUtits iti oL¥yitJoiiLY with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act'l. I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's account5 carried out under section 145 of the Art and in carryln8 Out my examination I have followed all applicable Dlrections given by the Charity Commission under sertion 145ISllbl of the Act. Independent emaminer's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. l. accounting records were no kept in respect of the Trust as requlred by settion 130 of the Act,- or 2. the accounts do accord with those records,. or 3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concernlng the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2CX)8 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered part of an independent examination. I confirm that there are no other matters to which your attention should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Handmill Taxation Ltd Spencer House 114 High Street Wordsley Stourbridge West Midlands DY8 5QR Date.. 24th Ortober2024 Pa8e 5
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES R THE YEAR ENDING 31ST OECEMBER 2023 Year ended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 Unr•Étri¢t•d R•stri¢tqd fund fund Total funds Total funds Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENT5 FROM Donations and legacies Other trading activities 85,386 16.659 102,045 61,500 146,886 16.659 163,545 197,015 21,662 218,677 61.500 EXPENDITURE ON Running Costs 97.790 43.168 140,958 178,332 Other 18,332 61.500 18.332 159.290 19,015 197,347 97,790 INCOMEIIEXPENDITUREI 4,255 4,25S 21,330 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 165,212 26.185 191,397 170,067 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 169,467 26,185 195.652 191,397 The notes form part ofthese flnèncial Sfdtements Page 6
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE BALANCE SHEET AT T DECEMBER 2023 Year ended Year ended 31.12.23 31.12.22 Unrestricted fund Restricted fund Total funds Total funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 19.272 19.272 22,325 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 190,641 190,641 190,641 190,641 170,162 170,162 CREDITORS Amount5 falling due within one year 114,2611 114,2611 11.0901 NET CURRENT ASSETS 176,380 176,380 169,072 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 195,652 195,652 191,397 NET ASSETS 195,652 195,652 191,397 FUNDS io 2023 2022 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 169,467 26,185 165,212 26,185 TOTAL FUNDS 195.652 191,397 The financlal statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 24th Ortober2024 and wÈre signed on Its behalf bv Ha ustee Page 7
OUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 T DECEMBER 2023 I. ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparin8 the fSnancial statements Tho financial statements of the chority, which is a public benefit under FRS 102. have been prepared in accordance with the Charitie5 SORP IFRS 1021 'Accounting and Reporting Charities.. Statemenl of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective l January 20151,. Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republtc of Ireland, and the Charit1è5 Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historial cost convention. Income All income is recogni5ed in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the fund5, It is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Empendlture Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon a5 there is a legal or constructive obligation cornmittinB 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 classifled under the headinds that aggregate all cost related to the categorv. Whe¥e costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Tanglble fixed assets Depreciation is provlded at the followlne annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life. Fixtures and Flttings Computer Equipment 15% on redycing balance 25% on reducing balance Taxatlon The charity is exempt from tax on its charitablè activities. Fund accountlng Unrestrided funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objective at the dlscretion of the trustee5. Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objectives 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 fvnd 15 included in the notes io the financSal statements. Penslon costs and other post-retlrement benefits The charity operates a defined Contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charity's pension scherre are charged lo the Statement of Fsnancial Activities in the period to which they relate. Page 8
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMEN FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2023 I. ACCOUPUING POUCIES Golng Concern The Centre was fund by grant5 from a number of sources during the vear to 31st Dpcpmbpr ?n?4. a4 well as donations from clients and income generated by the Cafe. The Centre is fully supported by Dudley Community Church, both with the provision of premises for the Centre to operate from and also financially to ensure that the services provided by the Centre continue to be available to those who need it within the cornmunity. Pagè 9
DUDLEY UNSELLING CENTRE NOTES T THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2023 2. OTHER TrAOING AcfiviTIES Year ended 31.12.23 Yearended 31.12.22 OTher Café Income 1,068 15,591 118 21,544 16,659 21,662 3. RUNNING cosrs Year ended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 Support costs 137,187 173,972 4. TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustee5' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31st Decernber 2023 nor for the year ended 31st Decernber 2022. Tru5tees' expenses There were no trustees. expenses paid forthe year ended 31st December 2023 norfor the year ended 31st December 2022. 5. STAFF COSTS The average rnonthty number of employees during the year was as follows.. Year ended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 io 12 No employees received emoluments In extrss of £60,000. 6. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL A1VmEs- PREVIOUS YEAR Unrestricted fund Restricted fund Totsl fvnos INCOME AND ENL)OWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies Other tradln8 activities 125,868 118 125,986 92,691 218.559 118 218,677 92.691 EXPENDITURE ON Running Costs Other Total 104.656 73,676 178,332 19,015 92,691 19.015 197.347 104,656 NET INCOME/IEXPENDITUREI 21.330 21,330 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total fund5 brought forward 143.882 26,18S 170,067 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 165,212 26.185 191,397 Page 10
Y COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS R THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECÈM8ER 2023 7. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures & Computer Equipment Fixtures & Flttinas COST At 1st January 2023 30.597 7,335 37,932 Additlons At 31st December 2023 718 8,053 718 38,650 30,597 DEPRECIATION At 1st January 2023 Charge for year At 31st December 2023 12,833 2,664 15.497 2,774 I,J07 3,881 15,607 3,771 19,378 BOOK VALUE At 31st December 2023 15,100 4,172 19,272 At 31st December 2022 17,764 4.561 22,325 8. DEBTORS.. AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Yearended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 Other debtors 9. CREDfroRS.. AMOUNT5 FALUNG DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Yearended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 Trade Credltors Taxation and Social Security Accruals Other creditors 12,000 851 380 1,030 132 360 598 14,261 1,090 Page 11
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL TATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2 10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS. contlnued Net vement In fund5 At010123 At 31.12.23 Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Grants 165.212 16,255 181,467 26,185 26.185 TOTAL FUNDS 191,397 16,255 207,6S2 Net rnovement in funds. included in the above are as follows.. Incomlna resources Re5wrces expended M¢vemÈnt in funds Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Grants 102,045 185,7901 16.255 61,500 161,5001 TOTAL FUNDS 163,545 1147,2901 16,255 Comporatlve5formovement In fund5 Net mo¥ement in fund5 At 01.01.22 At 31.12.22 Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Grants J43,882 21,330 165.212 26,185 26.18S TOTAL FUNDS 170.067 21,330 191,397 Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resourte5 expended Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund Restritted funds Grants 125,986 1104,6561 21,330 92,691 192.6911 TOTAL FUNDS 218,677 1197.3471 21,330 11. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES In 2023 The Lighthouse Counselling Centre and The Ll8hthouse Café were char8ed £12,000 in rent by Dudlev Community Church which was pald in full in October 2024. Pa8e 12
DUDLEY COUNSELLIN CENTRE DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2023 Year ended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS DonAtlons and 108ati•s Grant5 General Funds Grant5- Restricted Funds Counselling Sessions Donations Café Income Gifts & Donations HUB Income Gift Aid Tax Reclaimed Room Hire Received COVID 19 Furlough Grants 54,370 61,500 18,182 15.591 5,571 6,375 23,954 92,691 62,152 21,544 10.116 6,445 1,561 888 96 162,477 162.477 218,559 218,559 Other trading actl¥itie5 Bank Interest Received 1,068 118 Total IntomlnB resources 163,545 218,677 EXPENDITURE Other tradlng actlvltles Fixture5 and Fittings Depreciation Computer Eqijipment 2,665 1,106 3,135 1.225 3,771 4,360 Other Supervision and Counselling Sessional Fees Project Costs 320 17,937 75 6,938 3,563 8,514 18.332 19,015 SUPPORTCOSTS Mana8ement Centre Wages Pension Trainin8 Fees Other Expenses Rent Light, Heat & Power Insurance Computer Expenses Telephone Postage, Printing & Stationery Repairs & Renewals Sundries 63,531 1,500 2,243 97,429 1,930 222 534 10,000 12.LK)O 676 1,100 1,750 553 758 1,628 375 3,205 2,728 535 219 2,131 193 86,114 108,217 119,126 Expendlture subtotal carrled forward 142,501 Continued............................ Thi5 Page does notform part of the statutoryfinancial statements Page 13
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE DETAILED TATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2 Year ended 31.12.23 Year ended 31.12.22 Expendlture total brought forward 108.217 142.501 Café Expenses Cafe Wages Cafe Expenses Deliveroo Charges PDQ Card Processing Charges 38.004 9,456 125 38,065 13,888 1,436 141 47,585 53,530 Hub Expènse5 Hub Expenses 2,410 2,410 Governance Costs Accountancy and legal fees Professional fees 740 1.080 236 338 1,078 1,316 Total resources expended 159,290 197,347 Net Income/lEMpendlturel 4.255 21.330 This pa8e does not form part ofthe statutory financial ststements Page 14