Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre Annual Reportforthe year ending 31st March 2025 Trustee Annual Report 2025 The Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre is constituted by a deed adopted in March 1977, amended in hlarch 1983, Alarch 1995, March 1999, Ottober 2006 and September 2021. The registered number of the Charity is 219715 aThJ the registered addre55 15 Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre, Nort7 Way South, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire SG6 1SU. The executive trustees for the year ended 31st hlarch 2025 were: Hilary Kefflp, Jaskaran Johal and Micheal Muir. The main agents of the Charity are CAF Bank Ltd and an Independent Examiner. ObjectTves and Activities The objective of the Charity is to provide day care and other social activities for older pe¢Jple in the Letchworth area. There are no restrirtion5 ijn the activities of the Charity. Achievements and Performance Over the past year, Howard Garden knial Centre has made significant progress in enhancing th its InfraStnure and the quality of seryices offered to our community. With a strong focus on sustainability, safety, and community engagement, we have invested in key areas that have strengthened our operations and enriched the experience for members. Facilitles and Infrastructure Im rovements Thanks to generous funding from North Herts District Councll and the Letchworth Heritage Foundation, we have carried out several major improvements to our premises: Boiler and Heating System Upgrade: A new heating system has been installed throughout the Centre, allowing for improved temperature control, greater energy efficiency, and anticipated cost san£5 over time. Back Hall Refurbishment: The Back Hall has been fully refurbished into a more welcoming, functional, and accessible space, better suited for community actiwtles. Fire Alarm System Installation: A new fire alarm system has been implemented to meet current safety standards and provide greater protection for all building users. Kitchen Improvements: Essential upgrades were completed in the kitchen area to support safe and efficient meal preparation. Servlce Develo ment and O erational Im rovements Over the past year. we have significantly invested in the development of our daily Lunch and Sla[ Club, as well as our overall operations. We welcomed two new part-t7me staff members: Amanda Burns (Administrator) and Leigh-Ann Pearce {Centre Manager), both of whom have played a vital role in improving our services. Key developments include: Enhanced Lunch Club Operations: We intrL*Juced improved strtUre and coordination. including better menu planning, increased volunteer support, and more engaging activities for participants-resulting in higher attendance and overall satisfaction. Staff Training and Development: Ongoing investment in staff training has equipped our team with the knowledge and tlS to deliver compassionate, high-quality care and support.
Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre Annual Report for the year ending 315t March 2025 Technology and Systems Upgrade: New administrative software has improved efficiefKy, stngthened data governance, and provided better access to Informat7on to support member5. wellbeing. Improved Online Presence: We launched a new website and established active social metha channels to better connect with CommltY and promote our activities. Community Events." We hosted a wide range of events for members and the local community, including a Christmas Fair, Spring Falr, and Mindfulness Walks, reinforcing our commitment to s(Kial connection and VlIbeIng. Ahead Lookln This year's investments reflect wr ongoing commitment to providing a safe, welcomin8 and well.resourced environment f¢x older adults arKI the wider commltY. As we look to the future, we remain f¢Xed on: Continuing to improve arKJ maintain our facilities. Strengthening financial sustainability by pursuing new funding opportunities and partnerships. Expanding our reach by proffKJting our social clth and hlrlng out our fadlities. Recruiting new board members to bring fresh perspectives and help guide the Centre into its next phase of development. Financial Review The attached financial statements slkny the financial situation as at 31st March 2025. Thls rep)rt was approv by the tr on 7 July 2025 aTrJ signed on their behalf by: Hllary Kemp & Jassi Johal
Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre Annual Report forthe year ending 31st March 2025 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustee5 Accounts for the financial year Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiners The Charity's trustees consider that an audit is mt required for this year (under secti¢ 43(21 of the Charities Act 1993 {the Act} as amended by section 28 of the Charities Act 20061 and that only an 7ndependent examination 15 required. It Is my responsibillty to: 1: Examine the accounts (under section 43 of the Att, as amended). 2: To follow procedures specified in the General tyirertlons gfven by the Charity 3: To state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's statement My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directfons given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with these records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not include all the evidence that would be examlr*d fn an audlt and, consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. Independent Examlnerfs Statement In the course of my examinat70n no matter has come to my attention: Which give5 me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect the accounts do not meet the requirement to ensure that: Proper accounting records are kept (in accordance with section 41 of the Act). Accounts are prepared which agree with the accounting records and comply with the requirements of the Act: or to which in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Colin Sparshott FCCA 5" August 2025
Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre Annual Report for the year ending 31st March 2025 Statement on Finanaal Artivitres for Year Totsl Year end 3113125 Total Year end 3113124 Incomlng Resources Subscriptions Donation5 Grants Activities Hire of Facilities Interest 1,333 3,673 58,706 20.289 7.338 119 91.457 1.388 2,ILKJ 31,650 21,896 5,920 152 63,104 Total Resources Expended Salaries Purchases Office Costs 48,598 7,010 6.029 6.132 34,738 2,467 104.974 30.545 6.104 8,397 8,062 Repairs & Maintenance Other Expenses Total 63,518 Net Operating Surplus/Deficit -13.517 -413 Depreciation Total Surplusl Deficit 14,064 -27,581 14.234 -14.648 Fund Balances brought Surplus/Deficit Fund Balances carried fvAI 128.083 -27,581 I).502 142,731 -14,648 128,083
Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre Annual Reportfortheyearending 31st March 2025 Balance Sheet 3110312025 3V0312024 Fixed Assets Buildings & Equipment Depreciation Total 423.998 369.934 423.998 355,870 68,128 Current A55ets BankAccount Building FurKI Cash in Hand Debtors Prepayments Total 11.236 38.043 346 2.395 19.126 43.017 1,059 1,555 277 52,326 65,034 Current Liabilities Creditors Total 5.079 5,079 Net Current Assets 59,955 Net Assets I(XI.502 128,083 Represented bv Buildi7 Equipment & General Funds ILKJ,502 128.083 Total Accumulated Funds I,502 128.083 The note5 in Account Policie5 are an integral part of these financial statements
Howard Garden Social and Day Care Centre Annual Report for the year ending 31st March 2025 Accounting Polfdes Accounting Convention The accounts are prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with accounting standards and the statement of RecommeThJed practi of ACC(nting by Charities (Revlsed 2QK151. Tangible Fixed Assets and Depredatlon The activitie5 of the tentre are carried on from leasehold property on a lease whlch expire5 on 24th September 2029. The original property has been included in the aCCotS at the insurance valuation and depreciation 15 charged on that valuatFon so as to write off the asset over the remaining term of the lease on a straight-line basis. Stock Stock is valued at cost from suppliers on a flrst in flrst out basis. Staff Costs 2025 2024 Total costs of staff salaries arKI Nl was The average numtw of employee5 wa5 48,598 30.545 Credltors 2025 2024 Grants spanning across financial years Paye & Nl 2.681 2.322 1,026 Movement in Resen4es BIF Mvmt CIF Building & Equipnent General Reserves Building Fund reserves 68,128 16,937 43,017 114.0641 18,5421 14,9741 54.064 8,395 38,043 Total 128,083 127,5811 100,502