THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY ACCOUNTS AND TRUSTEES, REPORT YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 Accounts Prepared and Independently Examined by:_ E G Cobb FCA ECC IA&TI Limited Chartered Accountants 8 Suez Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WAI IEG Email.. info eccatltd.com IC4Ew
SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY ACCOUNTS AND TRUSTEES, REPORT ST YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CONTENTS PAGE CHARITY INFORMATION TRUSTEES, REPORT 2-12 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcnviTIES 13 STATEMENT OF ASS5 & LIABILITIES 14 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 15-16 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT 17
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY ACCOUNTS AND TRUSTEES, REPORT YEAR ENDED 31" MARCH 2024 CHARITY INFORMATION YEAR FOUNDED 2021 CHARITY NUMBER 1194695 CHARITY NAME The Showmen's Mental Health Awareness Charity HEAD OFFICE ADDRESS 14 Hart Common Caravan Park. Old Ford Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, BLS 2BU HEAD OFFICE PHONE 075fy) 555 208 TRUSTEES Mr Sheldon Chadwlck (Resigned as Chalr of Trustees 12 November 20241 Mr Bradley Wright Mr Ryan Barwick Mr5 Xenna Kaser Miss Samantha Heeson (Reslgned 21 July 20241 Mr John Edwards Miss Courtney Caris (Appolnted Chalr of Trustees 12 November 20241 Miss Gaynor Kirrane Miss Lavada Hart (Appointed 16 September 2024) Mlss Atalia Cassells (Appointed 12 Aprll 20231 MAIN BANKERS Natwest Bank PIC INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Edward Gllbert Cobb FCA, Chartered Accountant ECC IA&T) Llmlted. 8 Suez Street. Warringion. Cheshlre, WAI IEG WEB-SITE WWW.showmensmentalhealth.com EMAIL ADORESS showmensmentalhealth mall.com
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARrrY TRUSTEES. REPORT YEAR ENDED 315T MARCH 2024 Our Mission aiiLq Chai-ity ALtivities Our Nqi£.si(In We are a charity founded and run by people from the Showmen and Fairground We aim to improve access to psychological therapies, build awareness of mental health in our community and break the stigma surrounding it. We do this by providins informatio support and funding for private mental health services to all Showtnen (of all ages) in the UK & ITeland. Cliaritl, AcliviliL)S The Showmen's Mental Health Awareness Charity operates in three areas.. . Mental Health Services.. Offering tailored mental health support designed to meet the unique needs of individuals within our community. . Education.. Empower the community through education about mental health, and providing training tt) service provideT5 to improve engasement and effectiveness. . Awareness.. Breaking down stigma and fostering open conversations to create a safe and inclusive environtnent where mental health challenges can be addressed without fear or judgment. We strive to SUPPOTt QUT conununity's well_being through all of our activities, by raising awareness and fostering good mental health. We Tecognise the importance of tailored mental health services, everything that we offer is grounded in an understanding of Showmen culture and the challenges faced by our members. Every area of our work ts designed in collaboration with our community, ensuring it meets their unique needs. The voices of our community have always been central to shaping our services and continue to inspire our charitable initiatives t() this day
Mental Health 5ei-IYlCLS The Showmen's Mental Health Awareness Charity (SMHAQ specialise in providing fast and effective mental health support and funding to the Showmen community for external services when necessary. To access the charity's services, people must self-refer through our website, refer through a Mentsl Health Liaison Officer (NIHLO) OT contact the SMHAC mental health nurse directly. The charity currently works with a private mental health nurse and a clinical assessor who screen adults, children and young people seeking SUPPOTt. Every individual who accesses our mental health services undergo a screening process with our clinical tea following submission of a self-referral form, referTal from an MHLO or the SMHAC mental health nurse. The screening process allows the clinical team to assess the service userfs current well-being and level of risk, and to discuss any concerns they may have. Through an open and collaborative discussion, the clinician works with the service user to determine the most appropriate mental health pathway, ensuring that tailored support is offered to align with their individual needs. Once screening is complete, a referral document Is produced. Depending on the service user's individual requirements and preferences, they are either signposted to further support services, a therapist or a counsellor. Tlier£)pi' & CouiisL.Ilin% The SMHAC provides funding for private therapy and counselling services. Currently, the charity coveTS UP to 12 private therapy or counselling sessions for any Show Person in the UK and Ireland. This support can be extended to 20 sessions through a straightforward extension process, in which the therapist contacts us to confirm that both they and the service user believe an additional 8 sessions would be beneficial. Importantly, this request does not include any sensitive details about the content of the sessions. The time of initial contact from referral to commencement of private therapy or counselling session5 typically ranges from 2-6 weeks. ELlu(-.ation & Aware.iiess The SMHAC firmly believes that education is a powerful and effective means of prevention. B}, prioritising access to knowledge and understanding, the charÈty works dtlRgently to support our community in various ways. One of the primary methods
employed involves developing and distributing comprehensive educational materiaIs destgned to inform and engage individuals of all ages. Additionally, the charity hosts a variety of workshops taiIoTed to meet the specific needs of adults and children, providing them with valuable skills and insights that can help mitigate potential issues. Furthermore, the organisation conducts informative lectures, helping to fosteT a culture of learning and awareness that empowers community members to make positive choices and lead healthier, more informed lives. The SMAHC is also committed to promoting greater awareness and understanding of mental health issues through various outreadi initiatives and comprehensive online campaigns. Our goal is to dismantle the stigma that often surrounds mental health within our communlty, fostering an environment of support and accept(e. To achieve this mission, our dedicated Trustees actively generate awareness, collaborating with vaTIOU5 Stakeholders to enhance our outreach efforts. Furthermore, we are proud to have established an ambassador progTamme with over 20 ambassadors and 10 Mental health liaison officers from diverse backgrounds across the UK. These ambassadors and MHLOS are pivotal in ampIifying our message and engaging with the community to foster open conversations about mental health. Together, we strÉve to cuItivate a more infornied society that prioritises mental well-being and SUPPOTts those who are affected by mental health challenges. 1,1 i>rkin&F ii.-itli Ai)bilia RLiskiii Uiiiversih., liuililiiiiv tlie fii'sl p)il()t %tULlI' of Slioil'mc'ii HL.. iii IIIL, UK- Iii-F<lii' HL,. Between late June 2022 and early August 2023, the charity collaborated with Anglia Ruskin University to conduct research, produang a preliminary summary report published in October 2023 that highlights the key initial findings from a complex. multi-stage pilot research project. This crucial collaboration, led by charity founder Sheldon Chadwick and research team that includes PTofes50r Margaret GTeenfields, Sophie Coker, and Dr. David Smith, investisates the health status, needs, and perceptions of well- being among Travelling Showmen.
This groundbreakins study is the first of its kind in the UK. It gathers valuable insights from health Professionals who work closely with these conununities, reinforcing the relationship between the charity, the university, and its esteemed researchers. To find the report please follow the link below: )ri-L l)I'.iiilir.ai.uk jIIITolI'c'tni'iit-rL'SL'cli'cIi fair-hL'alili- i'ese4)I'cli-Ihenies iiiclusive- iil()l-stuili' Nlcll)clii'slLI' Cai'c. Oi-gTraiiiScilIL)11 In partnership with Manchester Care vrgdiiisdLIUlk, INiLe idL LWILLild diiu AJigiAd Ruskin University., we developed A Slioiiiiiinii's Lifi., a film that explores the Showmen's yard and community in Cheetham Hill. It draws on national Tesearch withlll the Showmen community concerning their health and well_being. Cheetham and Crumpsall's Showmen community boasts a rich history spanning generations. This film encourages people and services in Manchester to learn more about the Shom'men community, their wa}, of life, and their access to health and social care. To find the film please follow the link beloN': i'ii'ii'.InaiicliL)St('rl(-().cii- a-411()i%'inans-lilL?
Pai'tiic'i'.41)ii) ii'iili Il?(, Uiiii'LJrsiti' i)f Natii)iial Frlil'gi-c)Illlil aiiil Cii'c u.s Arc"hiiwe at tlie Uiiivc'r5ih' i)1 SIIL.(fit.l¢l- IT'S All A Sliom, Exl)il)itic)17 2024 In parthership with the National Fairground and Circus Archive at the University, of Sheffield, we collaboTated on Sheldon Chadwick's PhD research exhibition titled It's All A Show. The exhibition explored the ShoMTrneii i"ommuTlities complex arra5. of identitlLS and the wa}'s in which thi5 rc.latLTrS to ment¢il liealth. It showcased the first specific natioiiTh'ide statistics aiid re5earcli on thL' nieiital he¢ilth of this coniniunitv Tlthiii tlie L K aiid Irelatid ¢ili)ngside oral histories, phvtographsl art,ork, a liiie perforniance and arcl)ive material from tlie NFCA, Irom the ShoMTnieti s voice perspÉ'ctive.
We are delighted to announce our new partnership with Samaritans Liverpool, which we officially launched on Monday, September 11. 2023, as part of Suicide Prevention Week. The collaboration has so far entaÉIed reciprocal training for each organisation to learn about the other's services. The SMHAC trained Samaritan listeners on the cultural awareness of the travelling Showmen community. This wa5 followed by the development of a 2hOuT call_back service that the Samaritans Liverpool support the Showmen community across the UK. "j Together we are stTonger. www.samaritans.OT mental-health_awareness-chari branches liver ool new- aTtnershi with-the-shoM'mens- i)rkiTIL7 I%'iili Glii%%OiI, Citi. Hi'alili aiiLI Sc)Cl<il Ciire ParhiL'r%liiFI {11?Il Epii Assi%1 Ch<iritS' S(-uilclllLI In collaboration with Glasgow City Health and &ycial Care Partnership and Epic Assist Charlty &otland, we were able to do several projects across Glasgow over four months. Key components of the projects included outreach days promoting access to funded counselling for Glasgow's Showpeople. Special events target young people within the community, aiming to build resilience, promote positive mental health, and foster a supportive environment. Cultural awareness events to promote awareness surrounding access and barriers for organisations and health care professionals. Whilst visiting several yards across Glasgow. ensuTing that services, resources, and events reach a broad cross-sectlon of the Showmen conimunity.
We also attended in-community events and social networks, distributing Tesources. The overarching goal was to foster peTsonal development and COnTrUnity empowerment by enhancing mental health awareness and expanding support initiatives. Collaboration with EPIC Assist Charity kotland enriched the project & scope and effectiveness, leveraging their expertise in supporting Showpeople to design and build decolonial Services. Whilst partners such as Glasgow Association for Mental Health Ltd (GAMH), Scottish Action for Mental Health (SAMH) Koof (online mental health and wellbeing) and Glasgow Health and S)cial Care brought a Tanse of expertise, materials and inforniation on services available to support Glasgow's Showpeople's mental health. ParhiprsliiF) M'itli Epic A55151 Sc()tILlJiII ioiitiiiueL1 From April 2023 to March 2024, we are pleased to announce the ongoing provision of comprehensive Mental Health Workshops in collaboration with our esteemed partner, Epic Assist. These workshops aim to address diverse critical topics to promote awareness and support within our communi
The specific tOPiCs covered include but are not limited to: 14. Suicide Prevention.. Focusing on identifying sigrLS of distress, understanding risk factors, and implementing effective prevention strategie5 to support individuals in crisis. 2. Mental Health in the Fairground Industry: Exploring the unique challenges faced by professionals in the Fairsround Industry, including Stress management, work_life balance, and creating a supportive work environment for mental well-being. Our dedicated sessions are tailored to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster mental health awareness and resilience in both their personal and professional lives. Throughout the year, the SMHAC has engaged in various outreach projects across the United Kingdom. These initiatives have covered several sigluficant locations, including, but not limtted to, Manchester, Hull, Nottingham, E55ex, and Thurrock. In addition to these geographical efforts, we have had the privilege of delivering presentations to various orsanisations, universities, and public health services. Our presentations aim to foster understanding and collaboration in addressing key public health issues relating to our community whiIst committed to making a meaningful impact in each community we connect with. Sharing knowledge and resources can collectivel}, enhance public health outcomes and promote awareness of vital topics. We believe that collaboration and learning from other communities and services are key to building a healthy society. These outreach efforts exemplify our dedication to serving the community and ensuring that essential InforntiOn reaches those who most need it.
Soiial N4ei4 ia Throughout the year, our content creator and social media tearn generate five weekly posts launched on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. We aim to foster an inforniative and safe environment that promotes wellbeing and signposts to local, national, and internal services through our social media. These include: Facebook: 5.4k followeTS- Increased by over 100 from the previous year Instagram.. 1400 followers- Increased by 36 from the previous year Twitter: 690 followeTS- decreased by 18 from the previous year LinkedIn: 221 followers- decreased by 14 from the previous year 7ni followers in total. Increased by 86 overall from previous yea Wc)rkiiig iii the Commuiiit}i aiid FunLlraising We have continued to fundraise and support our community through different means; this includes sponsored physical activity, including walks and runs from Trustees and Comtnunity Members, and social happenings at large fairground events in NewcastIe, Kirkaldy and Hull. International football events,. Scotland V. England, thus time held in Glasgow, The second Showmen's Mental Health Week. Community is at the heart of our charityT and we want to make SUTe we listen and learn from our community whilst providing support and educational tools. Throughout the year, we applied to different external funders to help support our services through various means. We are pleased to have received funds from different organisations, some of these include: The National Lottery Community Fund Showmen's Guild of Great Britain Glasgow City Health and Social Care io.
We sold multiple items of merchandise throushout the course of the year to bring awareness and break stigma through visual and textual means. These include: • Badges T-shirts Flags • Hats Yini4 rfs Yearly Statistics A total of 77 referra15 were made to the SMHAC between 01104/23 to 31/03/24,42 of which were male. and the remaining 35 were female. Once referred, all individuals received mental health screening from a clinical team member and were either signposted to external services or referred to a private therapist or counsellor. Counselling services are designed to 8uide and assist individuals facing a variety of mental health and emotional challenges. This analvsis of referrals underscores the gender distribution and kn'ghlights the necessity for accessible counselling options for both males and females within the community, thereby ensuring that all individuals can seek support during diffiallt times. Female 35 Male 42 Total 77 ii.
reeLILiack frj-om SL'I'ipice users "I felt listened to and understood." Persoii I "I found the SUPPOTt really helpful, I have a diagnosis and a better understanding of my symptoms for the better." Perwpi 2 "The referral prcKess was easy, I get really nervous speaking to people on the phone that I do not know. I liked being able to text first to aTrange a call." Person 3 "The nurse was very understanding and patient. Gave lots of reassurance, listened to my symptoms. completed questionnaires with me and helped me move forward with an appropriate assessment." Persoil 4 "I have been on a 3 year waiting list for the NHS for the same therapy you have been ble to support me with and I was seen super quickly by the charity" _ Person 5 202,3-2024 Visioii To develop further relationships with public health services, organisations, and research institutions. To grow social media outreach by 51M) followers. To enhance ambassadorship. To create additional resources for community members. To collaborate with external health services and improve cultural competence regarding Showpeople through training. To relnforce and further develop referral processes foT different age pathways. Thank you for reading our annual report. This has been generated by The Showmen's Mental Health Trustee5 12.
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY ACCOUNTS AND TRUSTEES REPORT YEAR ENDED 31" MARCH 2024 STATEME OF FINANCIAL AcnviTIES Unrestrltted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2023 INCOMING RESOURCES FROM GENEKATED FUNDS.. Voluntary income INore 21 National Lottery FundinÉ INote 21 NHS Fundin8 INote 21 Other restricted funding (Note 21 24,437 24,437 77,411 35,000 6,425 35,000 6.425 TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES £24.437 £41A25 £ 65,862 RESOURCES EXPEIIDED= Owrltable •tlivttles. Counsellin8, Nur5e5, medical & assessment fee5 Rehab fees 56,431 3,000 16,742 4,0(K) 11,338 10.567 i.oii 73.173 52,262 13,825 3,398 4,298 829 Outreach & Education costs 11.338 10.567 1,250 Evenr costs and rnarketin Travel expenses Equipment not tapitèli5ed & ITc05ts 239 414 59.670 £43,658 £103,128 ManaÉementand Support Costs- Administration, Trainin8 & Insurance Stationery, Office & Misc. Exp's 1,919 I,ioi £3.020 485 2.404 I,ioi £3,505 602 39 £641 Governance & FlnanceCostS 8ank char8e5 Le6al & secretarial fees Actountsnty & independent exèminatien fee5 1.152 85 1,152 85 98 2.5 £1.237 £2,500 £3,737 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED £63,927 £46,643 £110.570 £78,265 SURPLU51 IOEFICITI FOR YEAR Funds brouÈht forward @ 01 April 2023 £41,478 £6,131 £47.609 £38,963 Transfer berween funds Funtts carried lorward @ 31# March 2024 £1,988 f913 E2.901 13.
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES ST AS AT 31 MARCH 2024 2024 2023 FIXED ASSETS Éo £0 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors and prepayments Cash at Bank-Note 3 Cash in hand - Note 3 1,800 4,101 50,609 £5,901 CREDITORS due within one year £3,000 NEf CURRENT ASSErs £2,901 £47,609 NET ASSETS £2,901 £47,609 TRUSTEES FUNDS Balance brought forward Surplus (Deficit) for year Balance carried forward 47,609 144,7081 £2.901 38,963 8,646 £47.609 REPRESENTED BY:. 2024 2023 GENERAL FUNDS DESIGNATED FUNDS- Note 5 1,988 41,478 TOTAL UNRESTRicfED FUNDS El,988 £41,478 RESTRICTED FUNDS- Note 4 £913 £6,131 TOTAL CHARITABLE FUNDS £2,901 £47,609 TRUSTEES CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL MISS COURTNEY CARIS (CHAIR OF TRusfEES) DATE:. 30 January 2025 14.
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY NOTES TO STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIE5 {SOFAI ST YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 THE BASIS OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND DEFINITIONS 1.1 THE ACCOUNTS have been prepared under the historical cost convention in accordance wilh applicable accounting standards and the Charities Act 2006 and Statement of Recommended Practice ISORPI 2005. 1.2 GENERAL FUNDS represenl unrestricted funds that are not subject to any restrittion regarding their use and are available for application towards their use purposes of a general nature. 1.3 RESTRICTED FUNDS represent funds restricted by the donor for a particular purpose. 1.3{a) DESIGNATED FUNDS represent funds thai have been allocated out of Unrestricted fund5 by the Trustees of The Showmen's Mental Nealth Awareness Charity for specific events or liabilities The Showmen's Mental Health Awarene55 Charity is committed to. Any remaining balance is returned to unrestricted funds when events have been held. 1.4 INCOMING RESOURCES are inclLtded in the SOFA when'.- The Showmen's Mental Heafth Awareness Chaiity becomes entitled to the resources The trustees are virtually certain they will receive the Tesources,. an The monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability. 1.5 GRANTS & DONATIONS are included in the SOFA when The Showmen's Mental Health Awareness Charity has unconditional entitlement to the resources. 1.6 INVESTMENT INCOME is included in the SOFA when receivable. 1.7 RESOURCES EXPENDED are recognised when costs have been incurred. or for designated or special gifts, in the same accounting period as the related gift is recewed. 1.8 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS are capitalised at cost when incurred 1.9 DEPRECIATION OF FIXED ASSETS is included in resources expended, to write off the assets of over their useful economic life. 1.10 LIABILITY RECOGNITION- Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or onsiruclive obligation committing the char4ty to pay out resources. 1.11 GOVERNANCE COsrs- The preparation & examination of The Showmen's Mental Health Awareness Charity annual statutory accounts. AGM & trustee meeting expenses,. also legal advice given to trustees. 15.
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY NOTES TO STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (SOFA) ST YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 2. VOLUNTARY INCOME UNRESTRICTED FUNDS 2024 RESTRICTED FUNDS 2024 TOTAL FUNDS 2024 TOTAL FUNDS 2023 The Showmen's Guild National Lottery Funding Donations and fundraising events NHS Funding Other restricted funding 9,500 77,411 24,437 24,437 35,000 6,425 35,0 6,425 TOTAL VOLUNTARY INCOME PER STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES 3. BANK & CASH 8AL4NCES BANK BALANCES 2024 2023 Current account no.1 Current account no.2 Cash in hand MONIES HELD BY CHARITY 3,928 173 50,436 173 4. RESTRicfED FUNDS As at the Balance Sheet date, the charity held £91312023- £6,131) of Restritted Funds. S. DESIGNATED FUNDS There were no Designated Funds held by the charity as at the Balance Sheet date. 16.
THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY ST YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE SHOWMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHARITY I report on the occounts of the Charityfor the Period Ended to 31st Morch 2024, as shown on poges 4- 12 attached. RESPEcfivE RESPONS181UTIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER The chgrity's trustees ore SponSIblefOr the preporotion of the t7ccounts. The chority's trustee5 consider thot tsn oudit is not requiredfor this year undersection 144 of the Chorities Act20111the Chorities Actj ond thor on independent exominotion 15 needed. It AS my responsibility to... exomine the occovnts under settion145 of the Chorities Act tofollow the procedure5 It7id down the Generol Dirertions given by the Chority Commission (under sertiort 14515Jlb) of the Chorities Act), ond to state whetherporticulor mt7tters hove come to my attention BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT My examinotion w<J5 curried out in occordonce with the Generol Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An exominotion includes o review of the t7ccounting records kept by the chority ond G comparison of the oc¢ount5 presented with those records. It olso includes considerution of ony unusual items or disclosures in the tsccounrs ond seeking explonotion5from the trusrees concerning ony such motters. The procedures undertoken do rtot provide oll the evidence thot would be requAred in un oudlt ond consequently no opinion is give os to whether the occounts present a 'true ondfvir, view ond the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT In connectAon with exomAnotion, no mutter ht7s come to my t7ttention.' (l) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in ony moteriGI respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordonce with section 130 of the Chorities Act and to prepore accounts which occord with the accounting records ond comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Art hove not been met, or (2) to which. in ffty opinion, ottention should be drawn. in order to ent7ble a proper erstondwg f the accounts to be reoched. Edward Gilbert Cobb FCA CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT ECC IA&TJ Limited 8 Sue2 Street, Wt7rrington, Cheshire. WAI IEG Date: 30 January 2025 17.