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2023-09-30-accounts

Annual Report Seacroft Friends and Neighbours

Registered CIO 1183406

For the period 1[st] October 2022 to 30[th] September 2023

Seacroft Friends and Neighbours,
1081 York Road,
Leeds, LS14 6JB (Registered Ofce)		 Contact number: 0113
2734979
Seacroft Friends and Neighbours,
Kentmere Community Centre,
Kentmere Avenue, Leeds LS14 1BW		 Contact number: 0113
2323662

Website: https://www.seacroftfriends.org.uk

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CONTENTS

Section Page no.
1 INTRODUCTION 3 - 4
2 PERSONNEL 5
3 CLIENTS 6
4 FINANCE 6 - 7
5 FUNDING 7 - 8
6 PREMISES and EQUIPMENT 8 - 9
7 SERVICES PROVIDED 9
7.
SUPPORT 9 - 10
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7.
HEALTH AND WELLBEING 10 - 11
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7.
REFERRALS 11 - 12
3
7.
ACTIVITIES 12 - 13
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7.
TRANSPORT 13
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8 MONITORING 14
9 RISK MANAGEMENT 14 - 15
10 WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP 15
11 TRUSTEES 15 - 16
12 POLICIES, PROCEDURES and TRAINING 16
13 PROMOTING OUR SERVICES and GETTING FEEDBACK 16 - 17

14 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 18 15 CONCLUSION 18-19

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1. INTRODUCTION

Seacroft Friends & Neighbours (SFN) is a Charity Incorporated Organisation. It was formed in 2018/19 following the merger of North and South Seacroft Friends and Neighbours groups. It is one of 37 Neighbourhood Network Schemes operating in Leeds. We are regulated by the Charities Commission.

Seacroft is categorised as one of the most deprived in the UK by government metrics. It is also a place of great character and history, many of the residents have historical connections to the area so feel strong connections to it.

Our objectives, as defined in our constitution, are that we aim to provide the following to people over 60 living in Seacroft:

We do this by providing flexible, dedicated, sustainable and quality services, personal contact, activities and opportunities to socialise. We provide a wide range of support and activities which provide opportunities for communication, meeting others, exercise and pleasure. We have a small team of dedicated, trained staff and an active team of amazing volunteers (who provided around 950 volunteer hours every quarter! Our trustees continue to give up their time and provide their experience in support of the organisation and ensure that it complies with local and national regulations.

We work closely with many local healthcare providers and support services and are often required to fill a gap between these organisations and those living at home or with their families.

We have 960 clients registered with us of which 485 are active and

During the period 1[st] October 2022 to 30[th] September 2023 we have been supporting clients, but staff and volunteers have also had to recover from the impact of the Government mandated covid restrictions and the health issues that arose.

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Challenges included:

In our experience, individuals suffered far more as a result of the restrictions than from covid. The staff team prioritised vulnerable clients and implemented an ‘exceptional circumstances’ protocol in response to these issues.

Staff and volunteers continued to restrict contact with each other and with members if they contracted covid. The impact of covid and the additional health issues from measures taken has continued to pose a challenge. More of our members have required use of the minibus to enable them to get out to activities, lunches or appointments.

The final stages of the implementation of a robust financial system has been ongoing through the year. As with many computer systems this has required staff to implement changes to working practices in order to fit with the system. We are grateful to John Scott, Heera Singh and Carol Lockwood for their perseverance and skills in implementing the changes.

We have written and introduced additional board level procedures for example a comprehensive risk management procedure.

Inspections of the kitchens on both sites by the Food Standards Agency rated both as excellent.

It has been good to see clients getting out and back to attending lunch clubs and activities on site after such a difficult period and are proud of the staff and volunteers for having coped through what were, in some instances, appalling circumstances.

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Shirley M. Dann MRPharmS, BSc Chair of Trustees, Seacroft Friends and Neighbours

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2. PERSONNEL

We have not had any staff or trustee changes during the year. Our team of volunteers increased by 5 to 28. We anticipated this would increase as people returned to normal, it fitted in well with the increase in activities and attendees. Staffing as at end Sept 2023:

d Sept 2023:
Trustees 6
Staf 6
Volunteers 28

We provide training for volunteers and develop a training plan for the coming period. Many of our volunteers are themselves over 60. This gives opportunities to help others, remain involved, active and contact with others. In addition to our regular activities, we held some special events through the year at Christmas and a summer holiday.

Volunteer quote: I would recommend volunteering to everyone. I feel valued and appreciated and have a lot of fun.

Volunteers provide support in the following areas:

On average around 300 volunteer hours are contributed each month. Our trustees freely donate their time and skills. Without this support, we would not be able to maintain the high level of services we currently provide to older residents in Seacroft.

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The trustees carried out an annual salary review and staff were awarded an uplift which reflected economic conditions and salaries paid to Government employees in similar roles.

3. CLIENTS

We have 960 registered clients, in one quarter (Year 3 - Q3) we had direct involvement with 485 clients of which 364 received direct support.

Some clients attend several activities in person, others are supported at home, some are in contact but do not currently use the services but they know how to contact us should they need to. Refer to Section 7 for information about the services.

4. FINANCE

We obtained a card reader to reduce the need for the use of physical cash and improve traceability of petty cash. We will however maintain the ability to use cash as both a risk management tool in the event of digital system failure and for those clients who prefer it. Training in the new procedures was provided for staff. Our thanks to Carol Lockwood, John Scott and Heera Singh (HSL) for supporting these improvements and others as our implementation of Quick Books nears completion.

Financial Position at 30/09/2023

A full set of accounts has been prepared and will be submitted with the annual return to the Charities commission. The accounts have been prepared by HSL Accountancy Solutions and agreed by the Trustees.

As at 30/9/2023

Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds Income £42,404 £201,904 £244,308

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£218,941

Expenditure

£ 9,154 £209,787

Comprehensive cash flow forecasts are generated and trustees review this at finance and property and general trustee meetings. This enables us to plan effectively, assess funding needs and manage cash flow ensuring there are sufficient funds available to support operations. A ‘buildings’ reserve fund was set up as part of our business continuity strategy. We review our reserves policy regularly to try to ensure that we have the financial means to provide an ongoing quality service and take into account potential future financial and other external challenges. Moving forward we plan to utilise the reporting element within lamplight to help identify key aspects rather than compiling manually. This will require additional training for staff.

5. FUNDING

Covid funding has stopped as the restrictions have been lifted. Swift funding also stopped but we were successful in receiving Enhance funding which is directed towards clients who have more complex needs and additional health support. We were grateful to receive an extension to the funding provided by Leeds City Council. We feel that we provide excellent value for money and valued services to clients. The amount provided reduced as we had been warned, this loss was offset in part by an increase in members donations and the ENHANCE funding.

Trustees and volunteers willingly provide their time, enthusiasm, skills and experience on a voluntary basis which means the overall costs are significantly lower.

We acknowledge that the charity depends heavily on funding and are grateful to those who provide financial support. We have set up a go fund me account which may be used to collect funds from charity events.

The table below shows where our funding comes from at present.

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Source of funding Purpose Status
Leeds
Benevolent
Society - Single ladies		 In line with Charity
objectives		 Given as one-of
payments.
Leeds
City
Council
Enhance project		 Provides additional support
to clients with the most
complex health needs.
(Note1below)		 Extended
Leeds City Council Core
funding – Adult Social
Care		 Rent, staf, provision of
services		 Extended to Oct 2025.
Lunch club grant Subsidises the provision of
LunchClubs		 Current- annual award
NHS Community Arts
project
 To provide arts and crafts
projectsforclients
 Ongoing

Note 1 – the enhance project has specific objectives, we are required to demonstrate how the services and activities we provide are aligned with the objectives. Refer to monitoring section for details.

We continue to apply for funds both independently and as a Seacroft collective where they support our aims and objectives and we feel we can utilise the funds effectively.

Personal donations continue to enhance our works; these donations are often from existing clients grateful for support or families of former clients.

We acknowledge the security of Leeds City Council Grant which forms a large part of our current income and which runs until 30 September 2024.

Our balance sheet reflects a surplus for the period refer to full accounts for detailed figures. The surplus was lower than in the previous year.

No expenses were claimed by any of the trustees. Accounts for the period have been prepared and following independent examination by HSL, are issued as a separate document. Both will be submitted to the Charities Commission in line with Government regulations.

Overall our financial position is healthy and we have built in some resilience taking into account the potential drop in Council funding. We review where

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money is spent to ensure that it is spent in compliance with the funding purpose and that restricted funds are used within their limitations. We try to get good value for money whilst recognising that quality and customer satisfaction are important.

6. PREMISES AND EQUIPMENT

The upgraded facilities at Chapel FM, with the office space and kitchen are working well and are very good condition. Facilities at Kentmere are not maintained to as high a standard. Towards the end of this financial year some environmental issues arose at Kentmere which resulted in alterations to the services. We have restrictions on how often we can access both sites and to expand services we recognise that additional space will be required. With these constraints in mind, we have taken steps to hold reserve funds specifically for building provision.

We use the minibus frequently to transport clients to activities. Looking ahead if we have an increase in the number of clients with poor mobility we will have to budget for an additional minibus.

New IT / office equipment was purchased during the year. Computers are password protected and secured in locked office as appropriate.

7. SERVICES PROVIDED

7.1 SUPPORT

We carry out home visits where required to assess needs and check progress on actions. We maintain contact through the telephone befriending service

Support services include:

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needs;

One referral was in relation to providing support to enable the client to live at home. The client was having difficulties getting out of bed and up from the toilet, unsteady on feet, trouble standing for long periods, struggling to open medications. Following telephone discussion and a home visit the following actions were implemented:

These actions were beneficial from a health perspective reducing the risk of falls. The attendance allowance will allow for a cleaner and pay for taxi’s if required. The Dossett box will help with medication compliance. Physio assessments will help to reduce falls risks.

These actions will improve this person’s independence, reduce the risk of falling and improve their overall wellbeing. This being one of our main objectives.

7.2 HEALTH AND WELLBEING

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Older peoples’ well-being and independence are within our constitutional / charitable over- arching aims.

Our Health Lead (ENHANCE funded) continues to work with NHS contacts on mental health, dementia and any other relevant health related projects. Project

work includes building relationships, identifying barriers to health improvements, preventing ill health and encouraging clients to remain independent at home.

Clients are provided with practical support, dealing with housing issues, completing official documents, aids adaptations, referral or support with podiatry, continence, hearing and medical interventions to try to keep that independence. Case studies are recorded and submitted to funders.

As a group we recognise that frailty is a major contributor to falling, and not being mobile. We help to address this through exercise classes (delivered by Yorkshire Dance) or refer people to the falls team for assessment. Our outreach and one-to-one work provides personalised care designed around selfmanagement skills to help people improve and or maintain their mobility and strength. This is key to enabling clients to continue to live at home.

ENHANCE is working well and we can demonstrate our ability to achieve the desired outcomes. Leeds Older Peoples forum (managing agent of ENHANCE) are aware that communication between the NHS and partners such as Seacroft Friends and Neighbours could be better, and if it was, referrals would likely increase. They are working with all partners to improve this.

We are registered as a dementia friendly organisation. Three members of staff are trained dementia champions. All members of staff are trained in ‘mental health first aid’.

7.3 REFERRALS

We refer clients to other groups/services and we also receive referrals. The table below shows how many referrals were received within a three-month period. We received referrals from a variety of places. in as listed below. As an example, in one quarter (Year 3 - Q3) we had the following referrals:

New client referrals Self-referrals 3

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Family/friends/carers 5
Social care 5
Health services 3
Social prescribing 0
Existing members referred
internally		 Access a new service area/area
of support		 34

We received referrals from a variety of places as listed below.

As an example, in one quarter (Year 3 /Q3) we had the following referrals:

New client referrals
Existing members referred
internally		 Self-referrals 3
Family/friends/carers 5
Social care 5
Health services 3
Socialprescribing 0
Access a new service area/area of
support		 34

We received around 200 referrals in the year.

We made referrals on behalf of older people to groups including:

GP’s Nurses Social Services Benefts
Continence Disability
adaptations		 Obtain Equipment LCC bins
Carers Leeds Hearing and Sight
loss		 Councillors Keysafes
Chiropody Telecare Gardener Memory support
Mental health Ambulance Power of Attorney Safer Leeds
Library Occupational
Therapist		 Falls service Hot
meal
delivery
LCC Housing/
adaptations		 Voluntary sector
organisations

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7.4 ACTIVITIES

We provide activities relating to health and fitness, wellbeing and general enjoyment as well as lunches. The table below lists regular activities and who we partner with.

Chair based exercise
class (in conjunction
with YorkshireDance)		 Lunch Clubs
We aim to provide 5
daysfood provision		 Craft Group (supported
by Leeds City College)
Health and Wellbeing
Support Group
(Enhance)		 Mobile Lunch Club Singing Group (in
partnership with Chapel
FM) dementia friendly
includeslunch
Cake and cofee peer
supportgroup

The table below lists our regular activities and indicates how many people have taken part in activities in one quarter (Year3/Q3).

Actvity Number of partcipants
in onequarter
Chairbased exercise- Mondaysession 96
Lunch Club - Monday 259
Lunch club Tuesday /Outngs 146
Lunch club Wednesday 342
Crafgroup 152
Chair based exercise/dance Friday 78
Thursdaylunch club 140
Demenia support 94
Singingsensaton- open voices 262
Mans world 78
Ladies cofee and cake 100
Hearingaid support 38
Befrienders 402
Emergencyshopping 37
Emergency prescripton collecton 22
Tech support 92
Newsleter 960
Handyman service 24
Patent transport 5
Jigsaw exchange 44
Knit and knater 42
Daytrips 154

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In addition to our regular activities, we held some special events through the year at Christmas and a summer holiday.

These activities have several important benefits, which include:

We provide many of our services at no cost, we ask for a small contribution for some of the activities but we ensure that clients are not excluded for financial reasons.

7.5 TRANSPORT

Having a minibus with a dedicated driver is an excellent resource. It is well used and appreciated by clients. The vehicle has good access for those with low mobility. It is used to transport our least mobile clients to lunch clubs and activities, health appointments and for shopping. As mentioned above, we are conscious that if the general health of clients reduces, we will consider whether a second vehicle is required.

8 MONITORING

We use Lamplight to submit reports and complete a quarterly return for Leeds City Council and the Enhance funding.

The Enhance desired outcomes are as follows:

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We report quarterly against these desired outcomes. We supply numerical data and case studies to provide assurance that we are delivering against the objectives of the funders.

We have discussion with the commissioning group, and partners which help us to ensure we are applying the right standards. Accounts are externally, independently prepared by HSL. We maintain an internal action log to capture key actions and record when complete. Progress is reviewed in trustee meetings.

9. RISK MANAGEMENT

We have assessed high level risks to our ability to provide a quality service. The main risks are loss of funding or not having enough staff and or volunteers to provide the services to the required level. We address the financial risks through effective forecasting and where we can see a shortfall in funds, we will seek alternative/additional funding or take steps to manage expenditure. Staff have received training such that we can cover short term absences.

We have carried out risk assessments for activities. Staff are trained so they know what steps are to be taken to reduce risks.

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10. WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP

One of the strengths of the organisation is the ability to liaise and work alongside other organisations. This is a key strength of the organisation and their ability to provide support to older people who are in greatest need. We accept referrals and help clients get the help they need from other service providers. We continue to work in partnership with the WASP (We Are Seacroft Partnership) offering intergenerational opportunities.

Partners include:

LS14 Trust Fall into Place local GPs Local police Leeds Community Spaces SCOT Chapel FM NHS colleagues Seacroft and Killingbeck Councillors

11. TRUSTEES

There has been no change in Trustee’s during the year, trustees agreed to continue in their roles. Declaration of interest forms are up to date.

Name Positions held Appoint
ed		 Next Review date
Pearl Allen Member Trustee
Member of HR/policies and
procedures sub committee		 2/12/21 2ndDec 2024
Sheonagh
Clarke		 Member of HR/policies and
procedures sub committee
Deputy Chairof trustees		 25/3/21 25th Mar 2024
Shirley Dann Chair of Trustees
Secretary
Member of HR/policies and
procedures sub committee and
fnance and property sub
committee		 2/12/21 2ndDec 2024
Mick Firth Member of fnance and property
sub committee		 3/12/20 3rd Dec 2023
Graham Hyde Member of fnance and property
sub committee		 2/12/21 2ndDec 2024

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Treasurer John Scott Member of finance and property 15/4/21 15[th] April 2024 sub committee

The annual report for the period ending Sept 2022 and the independently audited accounts were submitted to the Charities commission using their online filing system and CIO information held by the Charities commission was updated by the Chair of Trustees.

12. POLICIES, PROCEDURES and TRAINING

We have systems and procedures in place to satisfy Safeguarding, GDPR, Health & Safety, DBS, Food Hygiene, Finance and other statutory requirements as required by the Charities Commission. A new gifts and bequests procedure was issued, it complies with the Charities commission guidance. A Risk Management procedure was prepared and issued. Implementation will be carried out in the next year.

The Chair of Trustees took part in a training course which covered GDPR aspects in relation to gaining funding (May 23) and read the Charities Commission Guidance on Trustee Fraud prevention.

We have an up-to-date organisation chart. Mandatory staff training has been carried out.

13. PROMOTING OUR SERVICES AND GETTING

FEEDBACK

We sent out a newsletter to clients four times a year. We receive referrals from other organisations which allow us to offer services to those who may not have heard of us. We are listed as part of the national Neighbourhood network scheme online.

Both our facilities are central and accessible to clients living in Seacroft, these are multiuse so people also find out about us through connections there. Some

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of our clients come to us by word-of-mouth. We get involved in local events in particular with Chapel FM and the LS14 Collective, which helps to promote the services. We are located centrally in Seacroft and both buildings are used by others, making us visible in the community.

We have an active web site which is maintained by one of our staff members. We can view the number of unique visitors to our website, duration of the visit and how many pages were viewed.

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40
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We actively ask for feedback and listen to those who use the services. We undertook two client consultations sending out over 500 feedback forms (by post and in person). We received around 15% (approximately 75) of responses.

Percent of
respondents
100% Were happy with the services provided
100% Agreed we keep you informed and connected
89% Rated newsletter and information sheets as excellent
83% Said befriending service was excellent
69% Said transport service was excellent
100% Said they felt we supported their health and wellbeing
79% Rated our emergency shopping service as a valued service

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67% Rated our technology support as excellent
69% Rated our lending service as excellent
90% Rated our staf support as excellent

Quotes from clients -

‘I was made to feel welcome by everyone at SFN’

‘Since Seacroft Friends and Neighbours have come into our lives, things have got so much better for us’

We consider the feedback and aim to use the information to improve our services.

14. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We greatly appreciate the input from our trustees. Working within the constitution, their expertise, advice and guidance freely given is vital to the operation of the charity.

We are grateful to our wonderful volunteers, without whom the charity would not be able to support as many people.

Our thanks to Adults and Health who are pivotal in the Neighbourhood Networks and to the Commissioners who support us with advice, support and information.

It is through donations and funders we are able to continue delivering high quality, friendly, caring services to the community of Seacroft and East Leeds. We are grateful for the continued financial support received from the Leeds Single Ladies Benevolent Society. Their donations help us to support the most vulnerable clients of our elderly community.

We recognise the substantial contribution made by Leeds City Council which enables us to provide continuity of services and to make long term plans to support local older residents.

We appreciate the work carried out by the managers at Chapel FM and Kentmere Community Centre who maintain these facilities .

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We know from client feedback that the services our staff and volunteers provide is hugely appreciated and makes a positive difference to their lives. We are therefore very grateful for our staff team and volunteers who support clients’ needs in a both a professional and caring manner.

15. CONCLUSION

This year has been one of ‘getting back to normal’ there have still been challenges related to Covid but the crisis situation has receded. We firmly believe that our organisation is a key part of the ‘preventative model of public services, based on developing community-based resources and assets’ which the Council recognise is vitally important especially in an area such as Seacroft.

Looking at the Enhance and LCC funding desired outcomes, we provide better health outcomes for our clients particularly those who have more complex needs. We contact people individually and get to know clients and their specific needs. Staff deliver information and health related advice to improve health outcomes where required assist people to attend ensure medical appointments and obtain medicines.

We have strong partnerships with other local third sector groups as described in section 9 ‘working in partnership’, and are keen to develop stronger relationships with the NHS groups particularly around referrals. We review how things have gone and identify improvements where possible, if actions are identified these are listed on the action log.

We achieve this through: a team of trained staff and volunteers; knowing people in, and working closely with, the local community; providing services and activities that support independence, health and wellbeing, reducing loneliness and isolation. We provide a cost-effective service through targeted, effective, expenditure, voluntary support and working with others. SFN’s primary focus is supporting older people in Seacroft. We have done this through our provision of activities, referrals, assistance and services. We will

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continue to work with commitment, building community spirit and lifting the mood amongst the client group and encouraging new people to join, seeking funding, where required, in order to do this. We are committed to achieving a high standard of support to clients in a professional manner through training, policies, procedures, monitoring and working with others.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS

Financial statements for the year ended 30[th] September 2023

Charity number: 1183406

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Contents of the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

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Administrative Details 1
Trustees Report 2 - 3
Independent Examiners Report 4
Statement of Financial Activities 5
Balance Sheet 6
Notes to the accounts 7 - 10

SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Administrative details for the period ended 30th September 2023

Registered Charity number

1183406

Trustees and Management Committee

Shirley Dann – From 14 May 2019 John Scott – From 15 April 2021 Graham Hyde – From 04 July 2019 Michael Firth – From 21 May 2019 Pearl Allen – From 13 May 2019 Sheonagh Clarke – From 25 March 2021

Administrative address

Bankers

Seacroft Friends and Neighbours 1081 York Road, Leeds LS14 6JB Yorkshire Bank Plc 32 Town Street Leeds. LS18 4RJ

Independent Examiner

Heera Singh FMAAT HSL Accountancy Solutions Ltd Enterprise House 61a Carr House Doncaster DN1 2BY

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS The trustees present their annual report for the period ended 30th September 2023

The trustees submit their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 30[th] September 2023.

Governing document

The organisation is operated under the rules of its constitution which was adopted 14[th] May 2019.

Objectives and activities

Within the Seacroft area to relieve persons aged 60 or over who are in need by reason of their ages, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, in particular but not exclusively by the provision of assistance including information, advice and support, to relieve the needs of such persons in such ways the trustees shall think fit.

Achievement and performance

(Refer to annual report for additional information).

This year has been one of ‘getting back to normal’ there have still been challenges related to Covid but the crisis situation has receded. We firmly believe that our organisation is a key part of the ‘preventative model of public services, based on developing community-based resources and assets’ which the Council recognise is vitally important especially in an area such as Seacroft.

Looking at the Enhance and LCC funding desired outcomes, we provide better health outcomes for our clients particularly those who have more complex needs. We contact people individually and get to know clients and their specific needs. Staff deliver information and health related advice to improve health outcomes where required assist people to attend ensure medical appointments and obtain medicines.

We have strong partnerships with other local third sector groups as described in section 9 ‘working in partnership’, and are keen to develop stronger relationships with the NHS groups particularly around referrals. We review how things have gone and identify improvements where possible, if actions are identified these are listed on the action log.

We achieve this through: a team of trained staff and volunteers; knowing people in, and working closely with, the local community; providing services and activities that support independence, health and wellbeing, reducing loneliness and isolation. We provide a cost-effective service through targeted, effective, expenditure, voluntary support and working with others.

SFN’s primary focus is supporting older people in Seacroft. We have done this through our provision of activities, referrals, assistance and services. We will continue to work with commitment, building community spirit and lifting the mood amongst the client group and encouraging new people to join, seeking funding, where required, in order to do this. We are committed to achieving a high standard of support to clients in a professional manner through training, policies, procedures, monitoring and working with others.

Reserves policy

The Trustees are aiming toward a target of 3 months running costs and closure costs. The policy is ever changing, however, the Trustees feel confident they would be able to meet this.

Statement of Public Benefit

The public benefit from our work can be seen with an enhanced quality of life for older residents, improving wellbeing with advice, support and signposting. Advocacy with health and financial issues to reduce inequalities see in this area. A reduction in social isolation from bringing people together, having regular contact with staff and other residents allowing friendships to form. We help provide a link to their community helping residents feel informed, included and consulted.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS The trustees present their annual report for the period ended 30th September 2023

Statement of trustees' responsibilities

Charity law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity at the year end and of its incoming resources and resources expended during that year. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to:

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011.

They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The trustees declare that they have approved the above report.

Signed on behalf of the trustees

Signed:

Position: Trustee

Date: 29[th] July 2024

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Independent examiners report to the trustees of SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS for the period ended 30th September 2023

I report on the accounts of the charity for the ended 30th September 2023 which are set out on pages 5 to 6.

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The charity’s trustees 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 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.

It is my responsibility to:

Basis of independent examiner's report

My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept 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 you as trustees concerning any 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:

Mr Heera Singh FMAAT Date: 30[th] July 2024 HSL Accountancy Solutions Ltd Enterprise House 61a Carr House Doncaster DN1 2BY

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Statement of Financial Activities (Incorporating the Income and expenditure account) for the period ended 30th September 2023

Income from:
Notes
Grants and donations
2
Donations
Grants
Investments
Bank interest
Total
Expenditure on:
4
Cost of fundraising
Charitable activities
Total
Net income/(expenditure)
Transfers between funds
12
Net movement in funds after transfers
Total funds brought forward at 1st October 2022
Total funds carried forward 30th September 2023		 Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
funds
fund
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
31,857
0
31,857
20,121
0
201,904
201,904
224,124
10,547
0
10,547
1,182
42,404
201,904
244,308
245,427
5,159
34,970
40,130
39,172
3,994
174,817
178,811
159,658
9,154
209,787
218,941
198,830
33,250
-7,883
25,367
46,597
0
0
0
0
33,250
-7,883
25,367
46,597
252,136
113,053
365,190
318,592
285,386
105,170
390,556
365,190

The statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All activities of the Charity are classed as continuing.

The accounting policies and notes on pages 7 to 10 form part of these financial statements.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Balance sheet As at 30th September 2023

Notes
Fixed Assets
4
Current Assets
Debtors
5
Cash at bank & in hand
Creditors - amounts due within one year
5
Net current assets/liabilities
Net assets
Fund represented by
7
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
Total		 2023
2022
£
£
6,527
9,178
557
6,250
384,323
350,612
384,879
356,862
-850
-850
384,029
356,012
390,556
365,190
285,386
252,136
105,170
113,053
390,556
365,190

The financial statements on pages 6 and 7 were approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:

Signed: Position: Trustee

Date: 29[th] July 2024

The accounting policies and notes on pages 7 to 10 form part of these financial statements.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

1 Accounting policies

1.1 Basis of preparation

These accounts (financial statements) have been prepared under the historic cost convention, with items recognised at cost or transaction value, unless otherwise stated in the relevant note(s), in accordance with: (a) The Charities Act 2011

The charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern.

1.2 Incoming resources

These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SoFA). Incoming resources are recognised when:

Where incoming resources have related expenditure (as with fund-raising or contract income) the incoming resources and related expenditure are reported gross in the SoFA. Grants and donations are only included in the SoFA when the company has unconditional entitlement to the resources. Contractual income is only included in the SoFA once the related goods or performance related services have been delivered. Investment income is included in the accounts when receivable.

1.3 Expenditure

Expenditure is charged to the statement of financial activities on an accruals basis, inclusive of any VAT which cannot be recovered. Expenditure is classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to that 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.

Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred in the delivery of the charity’s activities and services for its beneficiaries, including both direct and support costs.

Governance costs include those costs associated with meeting constitutional and statutory requirements, including Accountancy fees.

1.4 Fund accounting

Restricted funds are funds received from donors which are subject to restrictions on the purposes for which they may be used of which have been raised for a specific project. Unrestricted funds are those where there are no externally imposed restrictions. These include funds freely available to the charity for expenditure or appropriation to reserves for internally designated purposes.

1.5 Assets

Tangible assets are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year, and cost at least £500. They are valued at cost, or, if gifted, at the value to the company on receipt. The rates applicable are; Office equipment - 20% on cost Motor vehicles - 25% reducing

1.6 Taxes

The company is not VAT registered. As a Charity the company is exempt from taxation on income and gains falling within section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of chargeable gains Act section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of chargeable gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects.

1.7.

Creditors

Creditors are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors are normally recognised at their settlement amount, usually the invoice amount. Accrued charges are normally valued at their settlement amount.

1.8. Debtors

Debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

2
Incoming resources:
Grants and donations
Lunch Clubs
LCC - Adult Social Care
LCC Swift funding - frailty project
Leeds Benevolent Society - single ladies
Enhance Funding
Home Energy Support
Donations
Investment income
3
Expenditure on:
Cost of raising funds
Members costs
Instructor costs
Staff expenses
Volunteer expenses
Food supplies
Training
Charitable activities
Wages
Rent
Insurance
Telephone
Postage and stationery
Motor vehicles - depreciation
Computer equipment - depreciation
Support costs
Office costs
Transport
Professional fees		 General Restricted
Total
Total
Fund
Fund
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
0
11,144
11,144
8,821
0
124,221
124,221
155,276
0
0
0
20,000
0
21,000
21,000
20,000
0
41,055
41,055
20,027
0
4,484
4,484
0
31,857
0
31,857
20,121
31,857
201,904
233,761
244,245
10,547
0
10,547
1,182
General Restricted
Total
Total
Fund
Fund
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
3,800
15,758
19,558
18,211
0
950
950
885
20
5,486
5,506
3,796
130
2,013
2,143
2,352
1,210
10,625
11,835
13,252
0
138
138
676
5,159
34,970
40,130
39,172
£
£
£
£
0
151,321
151,321
137,428
0
7,819
7,819
6,396
0
398
398
895
0
1,149
1,149
393
169
1,960
2,128
1,411
0
1,939
1,939
2,585
711
0
711
711
245
7,816
8,061
5,809
2,843
897
3,740
3,179
26
1,518
1,545
850
3,994
174,817
178,811
159,658

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

4 Tangible fixed assets

Cost
Additions
Disposals
At 30th September 2023
Depreciation
At 1st October 2022
Charge this period
At 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2022
5
Debtors and creditors
Debtors
Trade debtors
Creditors (amounts falling due in one year)
Other creditors
6
Trustees remuneration, benefits and expenses
There were no trustees' remuneration in the period of these accounts.
7
Movement of funds
Opening
01.10.2022
£
Unrestricted funds
252,136
Restricted funds
Hardship Fund
4,413
Lunch Clubs
0
LCC - Adult Social Care
79,345
Leeds Benevolent Society - single ladies
28,403
Home Energy Support
0
Enhance Funding
892
365,190		 Cost
Additions
Disposals
At 30th September 2023
Depreciation
At 1st October 2022
Charge this period
At 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2022
5
Debtors and creditors
Debtors
Trade debtors
Creditors (amounts falling due in one year)
Other creditors
6
Trustees remuneration, benefits and expenses
There were no trustees' remuneration in the period of these accounts.
7
Movement of funds
Opening
01.10.2022
£
Unrestricted funds
252,136
Restricted funds
Hardship Fund
4,413
Lunch Clubs
0
LCC - Adult Social Care
79,345
Leeds Benevolent Society - single ladies
28,403
Home Energy Support
0
Enhance Funding
892
365,190		 Motor
Office
Total
Vehicles
equipment
£
£
£
18,558
3,557
22,115
0
0
0
0
0
0
18,558
3,557
22,115
10,803
2,134
12,937
1,939
711
2,650
12,742
2,846
15,587
5,816
711
6,528
7,755
1,423
9,178
2023
2022
£
£
557
6,250
£
£
-850
-850
Incoming Expended
Closing
resources resources 30.09.2023
£
£
£
42,404
-9,154
285,386
0
-185
4,228
11,144
-11,144
0
124,221
-123,329
80,237
21,000
-28,698
20,705
4,484
-4,484
0
41,055
-41,947
0
365,190 244,308
-218,941
390,556

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

7 Movement of funds (continued)

Leeds Benevolent Society for Single Ladies provide help to around 80 members around the city. The society have regular meetings, get-togethers and outings and offer financial help to qualifying people or groups which includes buying domestic items, grants towards holidays, paying phone bills, TV licences and providing someone to tour the various members’ homes ensuring they’re safe and sound.

LCC Core grant -The LCC Adult Social Care provides core funding which are used to pay for salaries and overheads. This funding enables us to maintain a stable and consistent service and to plan ahead.

Enhance Funding –

Home Energy Support –

Hardship fund –

Lunch clubs -

8 Previous periods figure

The previous periods figure are provided, where available, for comparison purposes only.

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Accountancy Solutions

SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS

Financial statements for the year ended 30[th] September 2023

Charity number: 1183406

Charitable Incorporated Organisation Registered England and Wales

[Call: 07926 450 250 ] Email: info@hslaccountancysolutions.co.uk www.hslaccountancysolutions.co.uk

SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Contents of the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

Page
Administrative Details 1
Trustees Report 2 - 3
Independent Examiners Report 4
Statement of Financial Activities 5
Balance Sheet 6
Notes to the accounts 7 - 10

SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Administrative details for the period ended 30th September 2023

Registered Charity number

1183406

Trustees and Management Committee

Shirley Dann – From 14 May 2019 John Scott – From 15 April 2021 Graham Hyde – From 04 July 2019 Michael Firth – From 21 May 2019 Pearl Allen – From 13 May 2019 Sheonagh Clarke – From 25 March 2021

Administrative address

Bankers

Seacroft Friends and Neighbours 1081 York Road, Leeds LS14 6JB Yorkshire Bank Plc 32 Town Street Leeds. LS18 4RJ

Independent Examiner

Heera Singh FMAAT HSL Accountancy Solutions Ltd Enterprise House 61a Carr House Doncaster DN1 2BY

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS The trustees present their annual report for the period ended 30th September 2023

The trustees submit their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 30[th] September 2023.

Governing document

The organisation is operated under the rules of its constitution which was adopted 14[th] May 2019.

Objectives and activities

Within the Seacroft area to relieve persons aged 60 or over who are in need by reason of their ages, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, in particular but not exclusively by the provision of assistance including information, advice and support, to relieve the needs of such persons in such ways the trustees shall think fit.

Achievement and performance

(Refer to annual report for additional information).

This year has been one of ‘getting back to normal’ there have still been challenges related to Covid but the crisis situation has receded. We firmly believe that our organisation is a key part of the ‘preventative model of public services, based on developing community-based resources and assets’ which the Council recognise is vitally important especially in an area such as Seacroft.

Looking at the Enhance and LCC funding desired outcomes, we provide better health outcomes for our clients particularly those who have more complex needs. We contact people individually and get to know clients and their specific needs. Staff deliver information and health related advice to improve health outcomes where required assist people to attend ensure medical appointments and obtain medicines.

We have strong partnerships with other local third sector groups as described in section 9 ‘working in partnership’, and are keen to develop stronger relationships with the NHS groups particularly around referrals. We review how things have gone and identify improvements where possible, if actions are identified these are listed on the action log.

We achieve this through: a team of trained staff and volunteers; knowing people in, and working closely with, the local community; providing services and activities that support independence, health and wellbeing, reducing loneliness and isolation. We provide a cost-effective service through targeted, effective, expenditure, voluntary support and working with others.

SFN’s primary focus is supporting older people in Seacroft. We have done this through our provision of activities, referrals, assistance and services. We will continue to work with commitment, building community spirit and lifting the mood amongst the client group and encouraging new people to join, seeking funding, where required, in order to do this. We are committed to achieving a high standard of support to clients in a professional manner through training, policies, procedures, monitoring and working with others.

Reserves policy

The Trustees are aiming toward a target of 3 months running costs and closure costs. The policy is ever changing, however, the Trustees feel confident they would be able to meet this.

Statement of Public Benefit

The public benefit from our work can be seen with an enhanced quality of life for older residents, improving wellbeing with advice, support and signposting. Advocacy with health and financial issues to reduce inequalities see in this area. A reduction in social isolation from bringing people together, having regular contact with staff and other residents allowing friendships to form. We help provide a link to their community helping residents feel informed, included and consulted.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS The trustees present their annual report for the period ended 30th September 2023

Statement of trustees' responsibilities

Charity law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity at the year end and of its incoming resources and resources expended during that year. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to:

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011.

They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The trustees declare that they have approved the above report.

Signed on behalf of the trustees

Signed:

Position: Trustee

Date: 29[th] July 2024

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Independent examiners report to the trustees of SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS for the period ended 30th September 2023

I report on the accounts of the charity for the ended 30th September 2023 which are set out on pages 5 to 6.

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The charity’s trustees 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 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.

It is my responsibility to:

Basis of independent examiner's report

My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept 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 you as trustees concerning any 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:

Mr Heera Singh FMAAT Date: 30[th] July 2024 HSL Accountancy Solutions Ltd Enterprise House 61a Carr House Doncaster DN1 2BY

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Statement of Financial Activities (Incorporating the Income and expenditure account) for the period ended 30th September 2023

Income from:
Notes
Grants and donations
2
Donations
Grants
Investments
Bank interest
Total
Expenditure on:
4
Cost of fundraising
Charitable activities
Total
Net income/(expenditure)
Transfers between funds
12
Net movement in funds after transfers
Total funds brought forward at 1st October 2022
Total funds carried forward 30th September 2023		 Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
funds
fund
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
31,857
0
31,857
20,121
0
201,904
201,904
224,124
10,547
0
10,547
1,182
42,404
201,904
244,308
245,427
5,159
34,970
40,130
39,172
3,994
174,817
178,811
159,658
9,154
209,787
218,941
198,830
33,250
-7,883
25,367
46,597
0
0
0
0
33,250
-7,883
25,367
46,597
252,136
113,053
365,190
318,592
285,386
105,170
390,556
365,190

The statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All activities of the Charity are classed as continuing.

The accounting policies and notes on pages 7 to 10 form part of these financial statements.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Balance sheet As at 30th September 2023

Notes
Fixed Assets
4
Current Assets
Debtors
5
Cash at bank & in hand
Creditors - amounts due within one year
5
Net current assets/liabilities
Net assets
Fund represented by
7
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
Total		 2023
2022
£
£
6,527
9,178
557
6,250
384,323
350,612
384,879
356,862
-850
-850
384,029
356,012
390,556
365,190
285,386
252,136
105,170
113,053
390,556
365,190

The financial statements on pages 6 and 7 were approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:

Signed: Position: Trustee

Date: 29[th] July 2024

The accounting policies and notes on pages 7 to 10 form part of these financial statements.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

1 Accounting policies

1.1 Basis of preparation

These accounts (financial statements) have been prepared under the historic cost convention, with items recognised at cost or transaction value, unless otherwise stated in the relevant note(s), in accordance with: (a) The Charities Act 2011

The charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern.

1.2 Incoming resources

These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SoFA). Incoming resources are recognised when:

Where incoming resources have related expenditure (as with fund-raising or contract income) the incoming resources and related expenditure are reported gross in the SoFA. Grants and donations are only included in the SoFA when the company has unconditional entitlement to the resources. Contractual income is only included in the SoFA once the related goods or performance related services have been delivered. Investment income is included in the accounts when receivable.

1.3 Expenditure

Expenditure is charged to the statement of financial activities on an accruals basis, inclusive of any VAT which cannot be recovered. Expenditure is classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to that 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.

Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred in the delivery of the charity’s activities and services for its beneficiaries, including both direct and support costs.

Governance costs include those costs associated with meeting constitutional and statutory requirements, including Accountancy fees.

1.4 Fund accounting

Restricted funds are funds received from donors which are subject to restrictions on the purposes for which they may be used of which have been raised for a specific project. Unrestricted funds are those where there are no externally imposed restrictions. These include funds freely available to the charity for expenditure or appropriation to reserves for internally designated purposes.

1.5 Assets

Tangible assets are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year, and cost at least £500. They are valued at cost, or, if gifted, at the value to the company on receipt. The rates applicable are; Office equipment - 20% on cost Motor vehicles - 25% reducing

1.6 Taxes

The company is not VAT registered. As a Charity the company is exempt from taxation on income and gains falling within section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of chargeable gains Act section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of chargeable gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects.

1.7.

Creditors

Creditors are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors are normally recognised at their settlement amount, usually the invoice amount. Accrued charges are normally valued at their settlement amount.

1.8. Debtors

Debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid.

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

2
Incoming resources:
Grants and donations
Lunch Clubs
LCC - Adult Social Care
LCC Swift funding - frailty project
Leeds Benevolent Society - single ladies
Enhance Funding
Home Energy Support
Donations
Investment income
3
Expenditure on:
Cost of raising funds
Members costs
Instructor costs
Staff expenses
Volunteer expenses
Food supplies
Training
Charitable activities
Wages
Rent
Insurance
Telephone
Postage and stationery
Motor vehicles - depreciation
Computer equipment - depreciation
Support costs
Office costs
Transport
Professional fees		 General Restricted
Total
Total
Fund
Fund
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
0
11,144
11,144
8,821
0
124,221
124,221
155,276
0
0
0
20,000
0
21,000
21,000
20,000
0
41,055
41,055
20,027
0
4,484
4,484
0
31,857
0
31,857
20,121
31,857
201,904
233,761
244,245
10,547
0
10,547
1,182
General Restricted
Total
Total
Fund
Fund
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
3,800
15,758
19,558
18,211
0
950
950
885
20
5,486
5,506
3,796
130
2,013
2,143
2,352
1,210
10,625
11,835
13,252
0
138
138
676
5,159
34,970
40,130
39,172
£
£
£
£
0
151,321
151,321
137,428
0
7,819
7,819
6,396
0
398
398
895
0
1,149
1,149
393
169
1,960
2,128
1,411
0
1,939
1,939
2,585
711
0
711
711
245
7,816
8,061
5,809
2,843
897
3,740
3,179
26
1,518
1,545
850
3,994
174,817
178,811
159,658

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

4 Tangible fixed assets

Cost
Additions
Disposals
At 30th September 2023
Depreciation
At 1st October 2022
Charge this period
At 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2022
5
Debtors and creditors
Debtors
Trade debtors
Creditors (amounts falling due in one year)
Other creditors
6
Trustees remuneration, benefits and expenses
There were no trustees' remuneration in the period of these accounts.
7
Movement of funds
Opening
01.10.2022
£
Unrestricted funds
252,136
Restricted funds
Hardship Fund
4,413
Lunch Clubs
0
LCC - Adult Social Care
79,345
Leeds Benevolent Society - single ladies
28,403
Home Energy Support
0
Enhance Funding
892
365,190		 Cost
Additions
Disposals
At 30th September 2023
Depreciation
At 1st October 2022
Charge this period
At 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2023
Net book value at 30th September 2022
5
Debtors and creditors
Debtors
Trade debtors
Creditors (amounts falling due in one year)
Other creditors
6
Trustees remuneration, benefits and expenses
There were no trustees' remuneration in the period of these accounts.
7
Movement of funds
Opening
01.10.2022
£
Unrestricted funds
252,136
Restricted funds
Hardship Fund
4,413
Lunch Clubs
0
LCC - Adult Social Care
79,345
Leeds Benevolent Society - single ladies
28,403
Home Energy Support
0
Enhance Funding
892
365,190		 Motor
Office
Total
Vehicles
equipment
£
£
£
18,558
3,557
22,115
0
0
0
0
0
0
18,558
3,557
22,115
10,803
2,134
12,937
1,939
711
2,650
12,742
2,846
15,587
5,816
711
6,528
7,755
1,423
9,178
2023
2022
£
£
557
6,250
£
£
-850
-850
Incoming Expended
Closing
resources resources 30.09.2023
£
£
£
42,404
-9,154
285,386
0
-185
4,228
11,144
-11,144
0
124,221
-123,329
80,237
21,000
-28,698
20,705
4,484
-4,484
0
41,055
-41,947
0
365,190 244,308
-218,941
390,556

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SEACROFT FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS Notes to the financial statements for the period ended 30th September 2023

7 Movement of funds (continued)

Leeds Benevolent Society for Single Ladies provide help to around 80 members around the city. The society have regular meetings, get-togethers and outings and offer financial help to qualifying people or groups which includes buying domestic items, grants towards holidays, paying phone bills, TV licences and providing someone to tour the various members’ homes ensuring they’re safe and sound.

LCC Core grant -The LCC Adult Social Care provides core funding which are used to pay for salaries and overheads. This funding enables us to maintain a stable and consistent service and to plan ahead.

Enhance Funding –

Home Energy Support –

Hardship fund –

Lunch clubs -

8 Previous periods figure

The previous periods figure are provided, where available, for comparison purposes only.

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