MEETING POINT DEREHAM ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Meeting Point is a registered charity (No. 1164258). The charity was formed to provide amenities and a meeting place for the benefit of dementia sufferers, older and disabled people in Dereham and the surrounding villages.
The trustees during the year were as follows:
Mrs B D'Arts Chairman Mrs J Philips Vice Chairman Mr E Howard Treasurer Mr C Launchbury Trustee Mrs J Soper Trustee Mr J Constance Trustee (Resigned 5[th] December 2022)
The main activity of the charity is to provide a warm and comfortable venue with a freshly cooked midday meal. There is a wide choice of daytime activities as well as occasional services covering podiatry, exercise classes and advice. Certain times are devoted to care for those in the early stages of dementia which benefits both the sufferers and carers who get a respite from their caring and a chance to speak with others undertaking similar roles.
Changes in staff have been minimal with one recruitment following the retirement of the Dementia Support Worker.
The trustees are extremely grateful for the commitment and hard work of the staff and volunteers who act as unpaid helpers; without their valuable contribution we would not be able to achieve so much.
Membership remains constant at around 100 for the year.
Meeting Point is promoted by advertising, promotional events and giving talks.
Fund raising is a key issue and financial support is received from various sources. The Trustees would like to express their sincere thanks to all donors. Grants are also received Charitable Organisations.
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Mrs B D'Arts
MEETING POINT DEREHAM
(REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1164258)
ST WITHBURGA LANE DEREHAM NR19 1ED
ANNUAL REPORT & FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2023
Registered Charity Number 1164258
MEETING POINT DEREHAM
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE MEETING POINT DEREHAM
I report on the Financial Statements of the Trust for the year ended 31st March 2023 which are set out on pages 4 to 6.
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER
As Trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act') and that an independent examination is required.
It is my responsibility to:
a. examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act b. follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
c. state whether particular matters have come to my attention
BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
The examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records maintained by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the Trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
In connection with my examination no matter has come to my attention:
a. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
1) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
2) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met; or
b. to which in my opinion attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
L J Whiteley
Mrs L J Whiteley Independent Examiner
8th June 2023
14 Greenwood Drive Scarning Dereham Norfolk NR19 2TR
Registered Charity Number 1164258
DEREHAM MEETING POINT
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
| RECEIPTS - UNRESTRICTED Operating Activities: 1,184 Takings - Refreshments 3,584 10,001 Lunches 26,160 516 Bingo 884 1,316 Raffles 1,794 1,219 Hiring Fees 6,185 1,360 Outings 4,623 972 Memberships 1,362 - Entrance Fees 2,219 1,132 17,700 Miscellaneous 439 47,249 Investment Income: 4 Bank Interest 143 360 364 Dividends 367 510 1064 Unrealised Gain/(Loss) on Investment (511) Donations and Other Receipts: Donations: 2,803 Sundry Donations 4,885 9,000 Grants Received 7,773 - Defibrillator Fund 3,193 3,470 15,273 Dementia Friendly Dereham - 15,850 - Dementia Care Private Funding 2,996 Spot Contracts & Top Up: 35,878 Norfolk County Council 27,761 70,279 TOTAL RECEIPTS 93,855 2022 2023 |
RECEIPTS - UNRESTRICTED Operating Activities: 1,184 Takings - Refreshments 3,584 10,001 Lunches 26,160 516 Bingo 884 1,316 Raffles 1,794 1,219 Hiring Fees 6,185 1,360 Outings 4,623 972 Memberships 1,362 - Entrance Fees 2,219 1,132 17,700 Miscellaneous 439 47,249 Investment Income: 4 Bank Interest 143 360 364 Dividends 367 510 1064 Unrealised Gain/(Loss) on Investment (511) Donations and Other Receipts: Donations: 2,803 Sundry Donations 4,885 9,000 Grants Received 7,773 - Defibrillator Fund 3,193 3,470 15,273 Dementia Friendly Dereham - 15,850 - Dementia Care Private Funding 2,996 Spot Contracts & Top Up: 35,878 Norfolk County Council 27,761 70,279 TOTAL RECEIPTS 93,855 2022 2023 |
|---|---|
| 4 360 |
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| 2,803 9,000 - 3,470 |
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| 93,855 |
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Registered Charity Number 1164258
DEREHAM MEETING POINT
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
| 2022 | 2023 | 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAYMENTS - UNRESTRICTED | ||||
| Charitable Activities | ||||
| 2,969 | Light & Heat | 5,866 | ||
| 58,078 | Wages | 70,861 | ||
| (13,334) | JRS Furlough Receipts | - | ||
| 819 | Repairs & Maintenance | 916 | ||
| 1,975 | Refurbishment of Furniture | - | ||
| 7,266 | Refurbishment of Premises | - | ||
| 845 | Cleaning & Hygiene | 530 | ||
| 525 | Telephone | 593 | ||
| 5,857 | Purchases of Food/Catering | 12,168 | ||
| 49 | Safety & Staff Training Costs | 450 | ||
| 403 | Staff Clothing | 94 | ||
| 610 | Postage, Stationery & Office Costs | 954 | ||
| 3,010 | Alarm & Security Costs | 70 | ||
| 935 | Insurances | 696 | ||
| 50 | Bank Charges | 273 | ||
| 428 | Refuse Collections | 769 | ||
| 375 | Professional Fees | 375 | ||
| - | Trustee Expenses | 250 | ||
| 1,582 | Miscellaneous | 2,750 | ||
| - | Purchase of Equipment | 1,263 | ||
| - | Defibrillator Costs | 2,891 | ||
| 930 | Equipment Leasing | 563 | ||
| 810 | Licenses & Entertainment | 364 | ||
| 2,487 | 76,669 | Outings | 6,106 | 108,804 |
PAYMENTS - RESTRICTED
| 76,669 TOTAL PAYMENTS (6,390) NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS) FOR THE YEAR 60,421 NET CURRENT ASSETS AT 31 MARCH 2022 54,031 NET CURRENT ASSETS AT 31 MARCH 2023 |
108,804 |
|---|---|
| (14,949) 54,031 |
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| 39,082 |
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Registered Charity Number 1164258
DEREHAM MEETING POINT
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 31 MARCH 2023
| 2022 CASH FUNDS Bank Accounts 29,783 HSBC: Current Account 4,712 HSBC: Savings Account 6,746 CCLA COIF Charities Deposit Fund Investment Account CCLA COIF Charities Investment Fund 13,103 672.88 Income Units @ 1871.37 pence - Petty Cash 4,400 Debtors 58,744 TOTAL CASH FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES 4,713 Creditors 4,713 54,031 NET CURRENT ASSETS FIXED ASSETS 6,000 Tables & Chairs 1,114 Medical Bed 2,109 Equipment 10,140 Magic Table 2,425 Computer Equipment - Computer Equipment - Wheelchair - iPads and cases 21,788 |
UNRESTRICTED RESTRICTED 2023 FUNDS FUNDS 16,761 16,761 4,767 4,767 7,236 7,236 12,592 12,592 706 706 1,484 1,484 |
|---|---|
| 43,546 43,546 |
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| 4,464 4464 |
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| 4,464 4464 |
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| 39,082 39,082 COST 6,000 5,100 900 1,114 1,114 2,109 1,419 690 10,140 10,140 2,425 625 1,800 623 623 240 240 3,840 3,840 |
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| 26,491 12,961 13,530 |
The financial statements set out on pages 4-6 were approved at the Annual General Meeting on 7th June 2023 .
E J Howard B E D'Arts Treasurer Chairperson
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MEETING POINT DEREHAM
Registered Charity Number 1164258
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE MEETING POINT DEREHAM
I report on the Financial Statements of the Trust for the year ended 31st March 2023 which are set out on pages 4 to 6.
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER
As Trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act') and that an independent examination is required.
It is my responsibility to:
a. examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act b. follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
- c. state whether particular matters have come to my attention
BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
The examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records maintained by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the Trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
In connection with my examination no matter has come to my attention:
a. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
1) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
2) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met; or
b. to which in my opinion attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
L J Whiteley
Mrs L J Whiteley Independent Examiner
8th June 2023
14 Greenwood Drive Scarning Dereham Norfolk NR19 2TR