Leitrim Senior Citizens Group
Annual Report
for the perlod l November 2023 to 31 Ortober 2024
Charlty Registration Number: 102924
Principal Address: 31 Ballymaginthy Road, Leitrim, Castlewellan, Co. Down, BT319BH
Trustees durlng the period:
The trustees who served during the financial year and up to the date of this report were..
Mrs Marian Morgan
Mrs Margaret Mcmullan
Mrs Geraldine Malone
Mrs Carmel McAlerney
Mrs Maire Ward
LSCG Is a community based charlty governed by a management commitee whose members
art as trustÈes. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the charit(s governing
docurnent.
The trustees are responsible for the overall management and control of the Charity. They
meet regularly to review activities, monltor finances. and ensure the charity acts Wlthin its
charitable purposes. Day to day artivities are supported by volunteers and sessional
facilitators where appropriate.
Objectives and Activities
Charitable Purpose
The charitvs purpose is to support community wellbeing through inclusive activities that
promote social connection, physical activity, and partlcipation, particularly for older people
and those at risk of social isolation.
Actlvities Undertaken
During the reporting period, the charity delivered a range of activities to further its
charitable purposes, including:
Facilitated group activities (such as armchair aerobics and creative sessions)
Communlty Outings and cultural trlps
Soclal gatherings supported by refreshments

Provision of transport to enable participation
Investment in programme materials and equipment to enhance delivery
These activities were designed to improve wellbein& reduce ix)lation, and encourage active
participation within the community.
Public Benefit
The trustees confirm they have had due regard to the Charlty Commlsslon for Northern
Ireland's public beneflt guidance in carrying out the charitls artivities during the year.
The activities provided clear public benefit by:
Offering acce55ible and inclusive opportunities for participation
Supportlng physlcal, social, and mental wellbeing
Reducing loneliness and stren8theningcommunity connections
Activities were open to members of the local communlty and delivered in a manner that
ensured benefit was not unreasonably restricted.
Achievements and Performance
During the year, the charity successfully:
Delivered regular structured programmes for members
Facilitated welloattended community trips and cultural visit5
Malntained engagement through consistent group artivities
Managed resources carefully while continuing to expand opportunities for
participation
Trustees are satisfied that the charity has continued to meet its objectives and respond to
the needs of its beneficiarles.
Financial Review
The charity uses a recelpts and payments accountlng basis, approprlate for its size.
Total income forthe year was £4,716.30, primarily from grant5 and mernbers.
collertions.
Total expendlture was £2,554.92, supporting programme delivery, transport,
insurance. and related costs.
The charity ended the financial year with a closing balance of £2,652.65.
The trustees conslder the financial position to be stable and appropriate for the chariws
current level of activity.

ReseNes Policy
The trustees aim to maintain a modest reserve sufficient to:
Meet on8olng running Costs
Support continuity of programmes
Provide financial stability in the event of unforeseen circumstances
At the year end, reserves were considered adequate for the charity'5 needs.
Plans for Future Periods
In the coming year, the trustees intend to:
Continue delivering regular communlty artivities
Explore additional fundin8 Opportunities
Maintain and strengthen partnerships that support community engagement
Ensure activities remain accessible and responsive to members, needs
Trustees, Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved theTrustees' Annual Report above.
Slgned:
Name:
Role: Trustee
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