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
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Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of Financial Activitie5
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements
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Detailed Statement of Financial Activities
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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 A￿1VmEs- 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
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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
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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.
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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............................
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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
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