Charity Number: 102163 Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group Annual Report and Unaudited Financial Statements for the financial year ended 31 March 2024
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group CONTENTS Page Trustees, and Other Information Trustees. Report Independent Examiner's Report Financial Statements Notes to the Financial Statements Supplementary Information relating to the Financial Statements 10
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group TRUSTEES, AND OTHER INFORMATION Trustees Catherine Masterson Fiona Fyffe David Mitchell Annemarie Grimes Maighread Goodwin Thelma Falls Emma Kerrigan Charity Number in Northern Ireland 102163 Principal Address 1 Ashdale Court Omagh Co Tyrone BT79 7UP Independent Examiner Michael Drumrn FCCA 30a Gortin Road Omagh Co Tyrone BT79 7HX Principal Bankers AIB - Enniskillen 24 East Bridge Street Enniskillen Co Fermanagh BT74 7BT
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group TRUSTEES, REPORT for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 The trustees present their Trustees, Report and the unaudited financial statements for the financial year ended 31 March 2024. The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Charities Act {Northern Ireland) 2008, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). The Trustees, Report contains the information required to be provided in the Trustees, Annual Report under the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) guidelines. The trustees of the company are also charity trustees for the purpose of charity law and under the company's constitution are known as members of the board of trustees. In this report the trustees of Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group present a summary of its purpose, governance, aclivities. achievements and finances for the financial year 31 March 2024. The charity is a registered charity and hence the report and results are presented in a fom which complies wilh the requirements of the Charilies Act {Northern Ireland) 2008 and. although not obliged to comply wilh the Statement of Recommended Practice for Smaller Enlilies (the FRSSE) {effective 1 January 2015}, the organisalion has implemented its recommendations where relevant in these financial statements. Mission, Objectives and Strategy Misslon Statement To help reduce stress and anxiety. increase confidence in coping with typical problems, raising expectations and therefore helping people with Downs Syndrome reach their full polential, relieving suffering from medical problems by sharing information. Objectives To foster an atmosphere of support among the beneficiaries their family. friends & carers by bringing everyone together. Relieve the needs of beneficiaries by providing setwices, help, facilities, opportunities for treatment & education to maximise participation in society to enable them to gain employment and lead independent lives. Raise awareness of the effects of Downs syndrome on parents & their families in the Omagh area. Structure. Governance and Management Structure The trustees who served during Ihe year are as follows= Catherine Masterson Fiona Fyffe David Mitchell Annemarie Grimes Maighread Goodwin Marion Mccarron Emma Kerrigan In accordance with the Constitution. the trustees retire by rotation and. being eligible. offer themselves for re-election. During the year, our group continues to meet monthly for parents and committee members to organise, plan and review activities. These meetings are minuted. All cheques are signed by Iwo committee members for accountability. Review of Activities. Achievements and Perfomiance Help raise awareness about the effects of Downs syndrome on families in the Omagh area. We have welcomed new members to our group which continues to expand year on year. We have provided them with help and education on an informal basi5. During the year we have the following activities and events: Talk from two Speech Therapists,. Rhymes & Songs for two Saturday momings in June., Our annual BBQ and fun day was held at the end of July at Baronscourt Estate., Balanceability programme for 6 weeks to learn our young ones to ride bicy¢les-, Our annual Chrislmas lunch for parentslcarers and siblings with Santa was held at Ihe The Mellon Country Inn., Speech assessments were provided for our children with parents sharing the cost.
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group TRUSTEES, REPORT for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 Financial Review See annual report on income and expenditure. Finances and fund raising continue to be reviewed regularly. Results and Dividends Al the end of the financial year the charity has assets of £16,251 {2023 - £19,625) and liabilities of £0.00 12023 £0.00). The nel assets of the charity have decreased by £(3,374). Reference and Administrative detsils We have an elected chairperson. secretary & treasurer with designated roles within the group. We also have a total of seven Trustees of which all assist in the efficient running of the organisation. Public Benefit ststement a.Reduced stress and anxiety, increased confidence in coping with typical problems. raising expectations and therefore helping persons with Downs Syndrome reach their full potential, relieving suffering from medical problems by sharing infomiation. Evidence: Minutes of monthly meelings which record experiences of carers . how they value the support from other members and also how they { the carers) have acted on Ihe advice from olher carers wilh positive outcomes. Harm.. The possible harm is that a negative altitude can be fostered which can influence a carers expectations and reduce use of a service. This is countered by way of consciously encouraging a problem solving approach. Beneficiaries-. persons with Downs Syndrome their families and carers in the Omagh Dislricl Council area. Private benefit.. The committee is comprised of parents and carers of persons with Downs Syndrome and therefore committee members benefit from outings and functions organised by the group as entire families are invited to attend. This is an incidental unavoidable benefit as all persons with Downs syndrome must be supetvised by a carer on outings. b.Direcl benefit.. Improved acceptance of persons with Downs Syndrome in places of work and recreation, reducing discrimination and improving employability and access to services such as schools clubs etc. Evidence.. Anecdotal evidence from carers and employers inform us how newspaper articles provoke positive comments from members of the public. More of our members are attending main stream school than in the past. Harm.. By increasing knowledge about learning and physical disabilities that are associated wilh Downs Syndrome this may be interpreted in a negative way bul the aim is to emphasise Ihe positive aspects. Beneficiaries.. Persons with Downs Syndrome. members of the public who may come into contact with persons wilh Downs syndrome in place of work , in the playpark , at school elc. Private benefit: none. c. Diiecl benefit- relief of suffering . maximising each individuals potential to live an independent life, improved health outcomes Evidence= Minutes of monthly meelings record carer reports of improved communication. increased physical awareness and activity. Scholarly articles from medical journals support the use of interventions such as aids to improve communication. Harm.. There is the potential for harm by injury when increasing physical exercise but the benefits outweigh the risks. there is also the potential to increase stammering when there is increased locus on speech development but the benefils oulweigh Ihe risks Beneficiaries.'Members with Downs Syndrome Private benefit= As committee members are all carers I parents they and l or their families may incidentally benefit from services provided for the person with Downs Syndrome e.g. ipad apps and games to aid communication. This is incidental and necessary. d.Direcl benefit.. An organisation or group whose aims are concordant with Omagh area Downs Syndrome support group may be able to further these aims as a result of financial and Moral 5UPPOrt from our group e.g. the production of a musical involving persons with a learning disability including Downs Syndrome will improve the social skills of the participants improve confidence and help to develop communication skills Evidence.. Direct involvement of our members and or carers mean that first hand accounts are available to Ihe group of Ihe success or othetwise of the sponsored activity. Also the group requests a report (written or verbal} to qualify how its contribution has been used. Harm.'Potenlial for harm arising from this purpose is that direct control of monies is surrendered and money could be misspent , however by asking for reports and attending the activities . this potential is reduced. Private benefit-. The group has not knowingly sponsored any activity for private benefit and is salisfied that any monies donated have been spent in accordance with it. Approved by the Board of Trustees on 30 January 2025 and signed on its behalf by: avid Mitchell Trustee Emma Kerrigan Trustee
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF OMAGH AREA DOWNS SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP I have examined the financial statements of the charity for the financial year ended 31 March 2024. which comprise the Financial Statements, the Accounting Policies and the related notes. This report is made solely to the charity's members, as a body, in accordance with the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. My work has been undertaken so Ihal I might compile the financial statements that I have been engaged to compile, report lo the Board of Trustees that I have done so, and slate those matters Ihal I have agreed lo stale to them in this report and for no other purpose. To the fullesl extent pemitted by law, I do nol accept or assume responsibility to anyone olher than the charity and the charily's members, as a body, for my work, or for this report. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this financial year under the Charities Act {Northern Ireland) 2008 and that an independent examination is required. It is my responsibility to.. examine the financial statements under section 65 of the Charities Act., follow the procedures laid down by the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under section 65(9}(b) of the Charities Act., and stale whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's report I have examined your charity financial statements as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and my examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Chaiily Commission for Northern Ireland under section 65{9}(b) of the Charilies Acl. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the financial statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such mallers. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence Ihal would be required in an audil and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fairf view and the report Is limited to those matters set out in the slatemenl below. In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention which gives me cause to believe Ihat in. any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in accordance wilh seclion 63 of the Charities Act the financial statements do not accord with those accounting records there is further information needed foi a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Independent examiner's statement I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention shoul be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of Ihe financial statements lo be reached. MICHAEL DRUMM FCCA 30a Gortin Road Omagh Co Tyrone BT79 7HX Date: 30 January 2025
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 Unrestricted Funds 2024 Total Total 2024 2023 Notes Receipts and Payments Account Receipts Voluntary Income Donations 1,955 1,955 1,210 Total receipts 1,955 1.955 1.210 Payments Charitable activities: Expenditure on charitable activites 5,329 5,329 330 Other payments: 3.283 Total payments 5.329 5,329 3,613 Net re¢eiptsl{paymentsl for the financial year Balances brought fOard at 1 April 2023 (3,3741 19.625 13,3741 19.625 (2,4031 22,028 Balances carried forward at 31 March 2024 16.251 16.251 19,625 Statement of Assets and Liabilities Cash funds Bank and cash 16,251 16,251 19,625 Approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 30 January 2025 and signed on its behalf by David Mitchell Trustee Emrna Kerrigan Trustee The notes on page 8 form part of the linancial statements
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 GENERAL INFORMATION Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group is a charity incorporated in Northern Ireland. The registered office of the charity is 1 Ashdale Court, Omagh. Co Tyrone BT79 7UP which is also the principal place of business of the charity The financial slatemenls have been presented in Pound (£1 which is also the functional currency of the company. ANALYSIS OF PAYMENTS AND RELATED INCOME FOR CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Expenditure Total on charitable activites 2024 Total 2024 2023 Charitable activities: Direct and other payments Costs (5,329) 15,329) (3301 SUPPORT PAYMENTS Bank charges 2024 Total Total 2024 2023 Expenditure on charitable activites 52 52 330 RESERVES 2024 2023 At the beginning of the year Deficit for the financial year 19,625 (3.374) 22,028 {2.403) Al the end of the year 16,251 19.625 FUNDS ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BY FUND Current assets Total Unrestricted general funds 16.251 16,251 16.251 16.251 POST-BALANCE SHEET EVENTS There have been no significant events affecting the Charity since the financial year-end.
OMAGH AREA DOWNS SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION RELATING TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Omagh Area Downs Syndrome Support Group SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION RELATING TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Operating Statement for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 2024 2023 Income Donations 1,955 1,210 1,955 1,210 Expenses Room hire Activities BBQ Christmas party Legal and professional Bank charges General expenses Charitable donations 350 2,510 1.100 1,220 97 52 200 288 1.040 1,160 83 47 45 750 5,329 3,613 Net deficit (3.374> {2,403) The supplementary information does not form part of the financial slatements 10