2022-07-31-accounts

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	Description ofthe charity's			trusts
		Type	of governing document		Constitution (2019)
		How the charity is constituted			Charitable Incorporated Organisation
		Trustee selection methods			Appointed by existing trustees by a resolution passed ata properly convened meeting of the charity trustees.
	Additional		governance issues (Optional information)
	You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:				The Active Life Foundation has in place the following policies and procedures-: Bullying &Harassment, Code of Behaviour, Conflict of Interests, Equal Opportunities, Financial Management, Health and Safety, Safeguarding children and young people, Safeguarding adults, Safe
	~	policies adopted	and procedures for the induction	and	Recruitment, Supervision and Whistle Blowing. All of which are reviewed periodically.
	~	training of trustees; the charity's organisational			Safeguarding training (up to Level 3 Designated Lead) and Enhanced DBS checks are undertaken by all relevant individuals.
		structure	and any wider
		network	with which the charity		The Active Life Foundation has a written induction policy. All relevant
		works;			individuals complete the induction process; which details the policies and
	~	relationship with any related			procedures of The Active Life Foundation.
		parties;			The Active Life Foundation isa member of the Darlington Organisations
	~	trustees'	consideration of		Together forum facilitated by HealthWatch Darlington, which brings
		major risks and the system			together VCSE sector organisations sharing best practice. The Active Life
		and procedures to manage			Foundation works in partnership with numerous organisations and is
		them.			involved in networks with Street Games, Tees Valley Sport, County
					Durham Sport and Pioneering Care Partnership. The Active Life
					Foundation is also a member of SPORTED, aspecific body which
					supports and aids the development of VCSE sector. In addition The Active
					Life Foundation receives updates for best safeguarding practice from
					body's such as Ann Craft Trust and NSPCC child protection in Sport Unit.
					The Active Life Foundation's has a risk register and 'near misses'
					document, this is reviewed on an ongoing basis. This process addresses
					how The Active Life Foundation is continually looking to mitigate risks and
					improve the standard of all policies and procedures. This process looks to
					identifying possible risks, including risks to our beneficiaries or to anyone
					connected to The Active Life Foundation that are current or may be
					emerging in the future and how to mitigate those risks. This process isone
					way how The Active Life Foundation is continually managing the risk.

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		To promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of England, the provision of
		facilities for healthy recreation or other leisure time occupation of
Summary ofthe objects charity set out in its governing document	ofthe	individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances with the object of improving their conditions of life.
		In planning the activities for the year the Trustees have considered the
		Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit at their meetings and
		confirm that public benefit has been provided by the range of activities
		delivered.
		The focus of our activities are creating physical activities in areas of high
		economic and social deprivation. The physical activities delivered in the
		community aim to improve individuals' conditions of life through
		increased physical health (proven to prevent &manage over 20 chronic
Summary ofthe main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard tothe guidance		conditions) and mental health (proven to reduce stress, anxiety), individual well-being (increase in self-esteem and self-efficacy), social and community well-being (increased social interactions &reduced isolation) and economic well-being (improved job prospects of individuals and reduction on public sector spending e.g. for the NHS reduction of medical costs due to improved health, reduction in anti social behaviour and reduced pressure on local police forces).
issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)		The activities delivered range from Chair Based Exercise, Health Walks, Archery, Just Bowls, New Age Kurling, Fitness Classes, Basketball Badminton, low impact fitness classes, Pilates, family fitness and running
		groups. Certain sessions are provided free of charge with some ranging
		between E1 - E3.

Summary ofthe main achievements ofthe charity during the year	Summary ofthe main achievements ofthe charity during the year	Summary ofthe main achievements ofthe charity during the year	Step Out Project Delivery of the Step Out project continued and the project was completed this reporting year.	Step Out Project Delivery of the Step Out project continued and the project was completed this reporting year.
			Step Out had huge success in engaging the target audience; individuals
			from lower social economic groups, long term unemployed, people	with
			disabilities, who were inactive and moving them into at least 30 mins of
			physical activity aweek.
			The model of delivery changed throughout the years of project, due	to
			learning and insight of how to best engage our target audience as well as
			the challenges of the pandemic.
			The project was hugely successful in particular engaging the target
			audience, agroup that is typically very hard to reach.
			Many positive outcomes were achieved through this project with the
			evaluation highlighting improved physical activity levels, .enhancing
			physical and mental wellbeing, self efficacy and 'softer' employability
			skills. Additionally key piece of learning was the success of the
			community based asset approach in reaching our target audience.
			ESC Lottery Fund —ParaSport
			The project enabled the Active Life Foundation to provide specialist
			equipment to provide inclusive, accessibility physical activities on
			people's 'doorstep' in locations were already attending.
			The project achieved many outcomes including-:
			Getting inactive people to become more active - The project beneficiaries
			increased their physical activity through participating in new sessions
			utilising the specialised / adapted equipment.
			Develop more resilient sporting habits -We believe resilient sporting
			habits have been developed through regular and continued participation
			in physical activity throughout the project.
			Lead to more positive attitudes among young people - We feel role
			models have developed through the project, which has helped physical
			activity to become attainable, utilising 'someone like me' effect which has
			had an inspiring impact.
			We believe physical wellbeing and mental wellbeing have been improved
			due to the increased levels of physical activity being completed. Along
			with improved self-esteem and confidence through the mastery effect and
			learning new skills.
			The sustainability and the future of the project has been one of the	main
			success stories. The Community Asset Based Approach was used;	and
			the sustainability of the project is secured through those assets
			(organisations) staff and volunteers taking over the delivery of the
			sessions to their service users, through an upskilling process. As well as
			the value and importance of physical activity being enhanced within	those
			organisations.
			The parasport project engaged 48 participants, whom considered
			themselves to have a disability and/or a life limiting condition, with the
			majority being female.
			Pioneering Care Partnership CCG - Young at Heart
			The Active Life Foundation provided asafe environment for individuals
			a ed 65+ to artici ate in a ro riate, moderate intensi h sical

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		activities. With personnel providing support and advice and signposting		if
		necessary to mental health services.
		The project aimed to improve physical health of participants —improved
		cardiovascular health, reduced risk of diabetes, less pain; as	well as
		mental and emotional wellbeing —improved social interactions,
		relationships, reduced isolation and loneliness; therefore looking to have
		a positive affect on dementia risk / rates over the longer term.	Utilising a
		behaviour change model, the project was delivered in two very deprived
		wards where life expectancy is significantly below the national	average.
		Key outcomes from the Young at Heart project include-: 92%of participants Enhanced Physical Health
		95%of participants indicated that feelings of loneliness and Isolation
		reduced
		90%of participants indicated that their Mental and Emotional	Wellbeing
		improved through the duration of the project.
		Ways to Wellbeing were achieved by the project participants	at every
		session
		Connect
		BeActive
		Keep Learning
		Take Notice
		ESC Lottery Fund - Return to Play
		The Active Life Foundation continued the delivery of the Return to Play
		project.
		This enabled The Active Life Foundation to continue to engage
		individual's who ceased to be active due to the pandemic and	wider
		socialissues.
		The fund allowed us to make service delivery alterations that	were
		required to target individuals in the top decile of deprivation where
		typically life expectancy is around 10years less compared to	the national
		average and more affluent areas. As well as target individuals	who faced
		greater health inequalities such as cardio vascular disease and ill mental
		health.
		Cheshire Community Foundation - Assura Community Fund—
		Active Mams
		The Active Life Foundation delivered 'Active Mams' targeting	low income
		single mothers in areas of high disadvantage. A co-design approach
		delivered 3weekly sessions ofa mix of activities including, 'Mums on the
		Run', 'Walk &Talk', 'BuggyBlitz', Post Natal 'Pilates' and group exercise.
		A key success was the close relationship with healthcare professionals,
		mainly NHS Health Visitors who distribute information and signposted
		people onto the project.
		Outcomes achieved include-:
		66direct beneficiaries have participated over 12months
		90%of participants reported improvements in mental and physical health
		80%of participants increased Physical Activities levels
		75%of participants enhanced self-esteem
		CDCF Made BySport
		The Active Life Foundation delivered sessions aiming to reduce Crime
		and Anti Social Behaviour. Sessions were delivered in avery	deprived
		ward, in the top decile for overall deprivation on the IMD. The	sessions
		were designed to divert young people from committing crime	and social
		behaviour as well as participating is risky behaviour by providing
		structured, diversionary in asafe environment.
		ESC Lotter Fund - This Girl Can

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		The Active Life Foundation secured funding and delivered agroup exercise
		project. That featured goal. setting and educational, lifestyle workshops
		featuring advice on how to build physical activity I moving more into people' s
		everyday life and healthy eating advice, and body composition
		measurements if desired by the participants. The project is engaging
		underrepresented group and aims to breakdown barriers and
		misconceptions and fears around becoming active. Targeting individuals	who
		live in high deprivation (top 10% IMD) and face health inequalities.
		Pioneering Care Partnership CCG - Evergreen
		The Active Life Foundation secured funding and delivery commenced	on
		the Evergreen project. Which created a safe environment for participants
		to meet socially and participant in appropriate physical exercise, aiming
		to target those 65+.
		Evergreen utilises a place-based approach creating key partnerships	with
		local assets that aim to meet the needs of our clients. Trusted channels
		of communication with key stakeholders have been established to
		engage our target audience and truly understand the health inequalities
		they face.
		Aiming to achieve improved mental and emotional wellbeing and physical
		health.

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B1Cash	funds					Fund	in	account					1,781			s,sss
										Total cash funds			1,781			a,sss
						(agree			balances	with	receipts and payments
												account(s))
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B4Assets retained			for	the		Sport	Equipment						Unrestricted
charity's	own	use
													Fund to which	amount		due	When due
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Signed by one or two trustees behalf of all the trustees				on					Signature				Print	Name			Date of roval