REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1155864 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024 DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE OPERATING AS LIGHTHOUSE COUNSELLING
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Page Report of the Trustees Ito4 Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements 8t012 Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 13to14
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 The trustees present their report with the financial staternents of the charity for the year ended 31st December 2024. The trustess have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 leffective l January 20151 Counselling Service Update In 2024, we have had 8 qualified counsellor5, 15 trainee counsellors. l office apprentice, 2 admin and one rernote operational support. 2024 Llghthouse Centre based.. Play Therapy and Youth Figures: Play therapy and youth therapy referrals 89 referrals Play therapy and youth therapy sessions - 356 sessions in total, with 305 sessions attended and 52 sessions were either cancelled or DNA (did not attend). 2024 Secondary School-based Youth Therapy: Youth therapy completed at secondary schools: 23 clients were seen, a total of 157 sessions Nature/reasons for referrrals to Play Therapy included: Abuse. Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment. Bereavement. CBT, Depression. Emotional regulation, Loneliness. Loss, Neurodiversity identity work. OCD, Physical Health/Disabilities/Chronic Health Conditions, Play Therapy, PTSD, Preventative work. Relationships. School refusal, Self-Esteem, Self Harm. Sex Problems. Sexuality. Stress. Suicidal Thoughts. Adult Counsellin8 Number of adult referrals received in the year 2024- 173 referrals Number of couple/relationship referrals received in the year 2024- 13 referrals Number of sessions have been seen in the year 2024- 775 sessions. with 650 sessions attended, and 125 sessions either cancelled or DNA. Session topics included.. Abuse, Accommodation, Addiction sUPPOrt, ADHD, Anger management. Antlsocial behaviour, Anxietv. Bereavement. CBT. Chronic Health Conditions. Depression. Disabilities. Eating disorders. Employment. Finance, Gambling. Grief. Loneliness, Loss, Menopause, OCD, Physical Health, PTSD. RelationshiDS. Self- esteem. Selt-harm. Sex problems. Sexuality, Spirituality. Stress. Suicidal thoughts, Work-related issues. Continued....... Page I
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Two Child clients 5UPPOrted with Play Therapy. Client A C23RS42 Six-year old male of Indian origin. The client was referred by his school in conjunction with his mother in the light of his challenging behaviour. It was known at the time of referral that the client had previously experienced trauma and was insecure, anxious and had difficulty in making friends. It was also known that he became angry when he did not get his own way. Originally agreed that he should have 15 play therapy sessions funded by the school. this was later extended by mutual agreement to 21 sessions. The client attended regulary except when there was a good reason not to and was engaged in therapy from the start. For the most part non-directed play was used within the context of Person Centred Therapy IPCTI and the client's age and development status. From time to time more direrted play was used, including serve and return activities. drawing, painting and building, all designed to establish trust and build a therapeutic relationship. In time the client started to take the lead. set the pace and establish his own autonomy and sense of self. He also started to move away from deferring to me as his therapist. The client's therapy explored a number of aspetts of his perception of self and life events, including the importance of family. the need to seek help. the value of trust and the impact of endings. At the end of the therapy, the client appeared to more securely attached, better able to manage separation and have a greater capacity to self-regulate. He also appeared to have grown in confidence and to have a wider circle of friends. Client B C24K0063 Seven-year old mixed race female The client was referred by her mother as she had severe separation anxiety and was unable to tolerate being away from her mother. It was agreed the client should have 10 sessions. It was originally anticipated that after the first session, I would work one to one with the client. but her anxiety levels were such that her mother needed to remain in the room. The client was an elettive mute and would communicate through her mother using a mutually understood and whispered language, including some British Sign Language {BSLI The client engaged to some extent with paintin& drawing and games of Uno and to a greater extent with sand play and some simple throw and catch activities. By the end of session two. the client was starting to make but not hold eye contact with me and to allow me to be part of her activities. Over the course of the remaining sessions. very slowly and at her mother's behest, the client started to involve me in her games and to use less of a whisper and fewer signs when talking to her mother. By the end of session eight, the client was invitin8 me to join in her activities and to challenge me at football. During session nine, the client and I had our first conversation in which she talked about the football training that she went to. Although the final se55ion was difficult as It was an ending, 3 number of three-way conversations were held and the client was clearly audible when talking to her mother and to me. Continued....... Page 2
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Café & Community HUB update Currently we have 15- 20 people who regularly attend and many ad hoc visitors seeking support. There are 5 volunteers. Professional volunteers include a Social Worker. Doctor, Nurse, and a Counsellor. We have two guests who sleep rough, who receive bags of shopping and are offered showers weekly. We also have guests that have poor hygiene and we offer weekly showers. Guests are also offered items of food and clothing to take home. We have a trained chef who cookes and prepares a meal once a month. Ourguests have complex needs e.g. homelessness, mental health issues. anxiety and alcohol/drug abuse. We are not professionals in the above issues. however, we listen and will signpost to the necessary agency. We also assist in completing in applications for PIP, housing or any pertinent forms. We remind them of doctors and hospital appointments. As a place to socialise and keep warm, our guests play board games such as Scrabble. shuttle board, bingo and chess. Community Cafe/Hub income is from customer purchases. We don't expect the café hub to be profitable financially, but believe it is a tremendous benefit to the local community. We are considering allowing the Café/Hub to become a social enterprise in its own right to enable it long term sustainability. Pa8e 3
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 FINANCIAL REVIEW Financial position The trustees consider the financial position as stable and satisfactory for the level of income. STRucfuRE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust. and consitutes as unincorporated charity. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DEfAILS Registered Charity number 11558fv1 Principal address 24 - 36 Salop Street Dudley West Midlands DYI 3AT Trustees Rev J Hayes Shaun Eden Dolores Wishart Arthur Lavender Hubert Treasure MBE Independent examiner Handmill Taxation Ltd Spencer House 114 High Street Wordsley Stourbrid8e West Midlands DY8 5QR Approved by order of the board of trustees on 23rdJune2025 and signed on its behalf by: Rev J Hayes - rust Page 4
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Dudley Counsellin8 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 2024. Respon5ibilitie5 and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you are reponsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act'l. I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 1451Sllbl of the Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination givin8 me cause to believe that in any material respect: l. accounting records were no kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act: or 2. the accounts do accord with those records," or 3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 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: 23rd June 2025 Page 5
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Unrestficted fund Restricted fund Total funds Total funds Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies Other trading activities 76.848 17,632 94.480 129,600 206,448 17,632 224,080 146,886 16,659 163,545 129,600 EXPENDITURE ON Running Costs 29.211 129,600 158.811 140,958 Other 17,846 47.057 17,846 176,657 18,332 159,290 129,600 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) 47,423 47,423 4,255 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 169,467 26,185 195,652 191,397 216.890 26.185 243,075 195,652 The notes form part of these financial ststements Page 6
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE BALANCE SHEET AT 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Unrestricted fund Restricted fund Total funds Total funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 17.765 17,765 19.272 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 230.934 230,934 230,934 230,934 190,641 190,641 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year {5.624) (5,624) {14,2611 NET CURRENT ASSETS 225,310 225,310 176,380 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT UABILITIES 243.075 243,075 195,652 NET ASSETS 243,075 243.075 195,652 FUNDS io 2024 20Z3 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 216,890 26,185 169,467 26,185 TOTAL FUNDS 243,075 195,652 The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 23rdJune 2025 and were signed on its behalf by Revj Haye5- Tr 5t Page 7
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 I. ACCOUNTING POUCIES Basis of preparing the financial statements The financial statements of the charity. which is a public benefit under FRS 102. have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP IFRS 1021 'Accounting and Reporting Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 1021 {effective l January 20151,, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historial cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities Dnce the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. 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 the headinds 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. Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life. Fixtures and Fittings Computer Equipment 15% on reducing balance 25% on reducing balance Taxation The charity is exempt from tax on it5 charitable activities. Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objective at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objectives of the charity. Restriction5 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. Penslon costs and other post-retlrement benefrts The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charity'5 pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate. Page 8
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 I. ACCOUNTING POLICIES Going Concern The Centre was fund by grants from a number of sources during the year to 31st December 2024. as well as donations from clients and income generated by the Cafe. The Centre is fully supported by Dudlev Community Church. both with the provision of premises for the Centre to operate from and also financiallv to ensure that the services provided by the Centre continue to be available to those who need it within the community. Pa8e 9
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 2. OTHER TRADING AcnviTIES Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Bank Interest Received Café Income 1.514 16,118 1,068 15,591 17,632 16.659 3. RUNNING COSTS Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Support costs 155.266 137,187 4. TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 315t December 2024 nor for the year ended 31st December 2023. Trustees. expenses There were no tru5tees' expenses paid for the year ended 31st December 2024 nor for the year ended 31st December 2023. 5. sfAFF COSTS The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows- Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 No employees received emoluments in excess of £60.1))o. io io 6. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcnvmES- PREVIOUS YEAR Unrestricted ftjnd Restricted fvnd Total fund5 INCOME AND ENOOWMENTS FROM DonatFons and legacies Other trading activities 85.386 16.659 102,045 61.500 146.886 16.659 163.545 61,500 EXPENDITURE ON Running Costs Other Total 97.790 43.168 140.958 18.332 61.500 18,332 159,290 97.790 NET INCOME/IEXPENDITURE) 4,255 4,2S5 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 165,212 26,185 191.397 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 169,467 26,185 195,652 Page 10
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTESTO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 7. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures & Fittrn8S Computer Equipment Fixtures & Fittings COST At 1st January 2024 30,597 8,053 38.650 Additions At 31st December2024 2.038 10,091 2,038 40,688 30.597 DEPRECIATION At 1st January 2024 Char8e for year At 31st December2024 15,497 2,265 17.762 3.881 1,280 5.161 19,378 3,545 22.923 BOOK VALUE At 31st December 2024 12,835 4,930 17,765 At 31st December 2023 15.100 4,172 19,272 8. DEBTORS." AMOUNTS FALLING DUE wrrHIN ONE YEAR Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Other debtors 9. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN OP4E YEAR Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Trade Creditors Taxation and Social Security Accruals Other creditors 12.CM)O 851 380 1,030 4.631 395 598 5.624 14.261 Page 11
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTESTO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- contlnued Net movement in fvnds At 01.01.24 At 31.12.24 Unrestricted fund5 General fund Re5tritted funds Grants 169,467 47,423 216.890 26.185 26.185 TOTAL FUNDS 195.652 47.423 243,075 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incomin8 resources Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Grants 94.480 147.0571 47.423 129,600 {129,61X)I TOTAL FUNDS 224,080 1176,6571 47.423 Comparatlves for movement in lunds Net movement in funds At 01.01.23 At 31.12.23 Unrestritted funds General fund Restricted funds Grants 165.212 4,255 169.467 26,185 26,185 TOTAL FUNDS 191.397 4.255 195,652 Comparative net movement in funds. included in the above are as follows- Incomin8 resources Resourcès expended Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Grants 102,045 {97,7901 4,255 61,500 161,5001 TOTAL FUNDS 163.545 1159,2901 4,255 11. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES In 2024 The Lighthouse Counselling Centre and The Lighthouse Café were charged £I2,oC in rent by Dudlev Community Church. Page 12
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legacies Grant5 - General Funds Grants - Restricted Funds Counselling Sessions Donations Café Income Gifts & Donations HUB Income Room Hire Received 38,490 129,600 33,458 16.118 1,800 500 2,600 54,370 61,500 18,182 15,591 5,571 6,375 888 222,566 222.566 162.477 162,477 Other trading activlties Bank Interest Received 1,514 1.068 Total Incomlng resources 224,080 163,545 EXPENDITURE Other trading activitles Fixtures and Fittings Depreciation Computer Equipment 2.265 1,280 2,665 1,106 Other Supervision and Counselling Sessional Fees Project Costs 3,545 3,771 320 17,510 16 320 17,937 75 SUPPORT COSTS Management Centre Wages Pension Training Fees Rent Light, Heat & Power Insurance Computer Expenses Telephone Postage, Printing & Stationery Repairs & Renewals Sundries 17.846 18,332 85.514 1,890 1,807 12.000 1,248 1,108 2.487 390 944 2,827 119 63,531 1,500 2,243 12,000 676 1.100 1,750 553 758 1.628 375 110,334 131,725 Expenditure Subtotal carried forward 86,114 108.217 Continued............................ This page does not form part of the statutory financ4al stètements Pa8e 13
DUDLEY COUNSELLING CENTRE DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Year ended 31.12.24 Year ended 31.12.23 Expenditure total brought forward 131,725 108,217 Café Expenses Café Wages Café Expenses Deliveroo Charges PDQ Card Processing Charges 35,065 7,048 38,004 9,456 124 125 42,237 47,585 Hub Expenses Hub Expenses 545 2,410 545 2,410 Governance Costs Accountancy and legal fees Professional fees 773 1,377 740 338 2.150 1,078 Total resources expended 176,657 159,290 Net Income/(Expenditure) 47.423 4,255 This pa8e does not form part of the ststutory financial statements Page 14