Derg Valley Care Limited
IA company limited by guarantee. not having a share capital)
TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT
ft)r the financial year ended 31 March 2023
The trustees present their Trustees. Annlral Report. combining the Directors, Report and Trustees, Report. and the
unaudited financial slalements for the financial year ended 31 March 2023.
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Companies Act 2006. 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 lo charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with
the Financi81 Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 1021.
The Trustees, Report contains the information required to be provided in the Tiustees, Annual Report under the
Statement of Recommended Practice {SORPI guidelines. The trustees of the company are also charity twstees for
the purpose of charity law and under the company's conslilulion are known as members of the board of trustees.
In this report the trustees of Derg Valley Care Llmited present a summary of its purpose. governance, actlvitles.
achievements and finances for the financial financial year 31 Maich 2023.
The company is a registered charity and hence the ￿port and ￿su11$ are presented in a foim which complies with the
requirements of the Companies Act 2006 and, although not obliged lo comply with the Slalement of Recommended
Practice applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland FRS 102. the organisalion has implemented Its
recommendations where relevant in these financial slatemenls.
Mission. Objectlves and Strategy
Objectives
Derg Valley Care Ltd IDVC} is a registered charity formed in 1996 with the vision °making Castlederg a healthy place
for healthy people.. We exist to address the social and health needs of the most disadvantaged by engaging local
people in community development processes aimed al reducing inequalities in health by tackling the root causes. We
provide ongoing support lo help those that use our seNices live healthier lives.
Our mission is to overcome inequalities in health and improve the health and wellbeing of people in poverty and
disadvantage within the rural area of Casllederg and our goal is to empower and support people to improve their
health and wellbeing. leading to happier. healthier lives.
The aims of Derg Valley Care are lo '.
A- Overcome the inequalities in health by tackling the root causes of poorlill health, improving service delivery and
access lo services for people living in the rural area who are living in poverty and disadvantage and lo support people
lo develop the confidence lo aspire and achieve new goals.
B. Sustain the organisation by w0￿1n9 in partnership with local community. other community groups across the Derg
DEA and lo work with the voluntary ,statulory and private sectors lo develop activities, programmes and services
promoting the healthy development and growth of all residents from across the area.
The objectives of Derg Valley Care are to -
1. Sustain our Day Care . Luncheon Club and Healthy Living Centre for the delivery of services and programmes
addressing both the social and health needs of the local communily.
2. Provide sustainable. community-led process lo inform and deliver appropriate programmes and services at the right
time and in the right place.
3.Enance partnerships with other community. voluntary and public sector organisalions to facilitsle accessible service
delivery
4. Enhance our moniloring and 8valualion tools to demonstrate the impact of the suite of activities and programm85
delivered
Revlew of Activities. Achievements and Perfonnance
The ￿ntr8 is a model of good practice for the delivery of community based social and health care seNices with
programmes which engage Servi￿ users in community development process aimed at reducing inequalities in health
by lackllng the root causes. The function of the centre are designed to improve service users health. address local
and individual needs. build resilience and develop knowledge and skills supporting people to take greater ownership
for their own health and well-being.
staffing
Both staff and directors are viewed as valuable assets of the organisation. They ￿ceive the appropriate training and

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support lo enhance their knowledge skills and expertlse.
P8rtnership
Partnership working underpins the day lo day operatsons of Derg Valley Care. We place great emphasises on the
collective responsibility of all in tackling health inequalities by meeting the needs of residents in the Derg DEA.
Achievements and Performance
Derg Valley Care Ltd {DVCI is a registered charity formed in 1996. We provide a range of health related services and
programmes, these include day care services. related staff training,
luncheon dub, support groups and other
community related projects. Our seNices are open to everyone in the Castlederg and surrounding areas.
DVC works in partnership with PHA.. WHSCT. DCSDC, DOH, DFC, DAEFIA, Community & Voluntary Sector
organisalions and. the regional Healthy Living Centre Alliance as well as funding bodies lo deliver a wide range of
innovative. services . activities and programmes designed lo meet the needs of our service users. These include
health & well-being. support groups, older people. physical disability employability and mental health programmes.
Derg Valley Care provides a range of services both directly and indirectly for the community in the Castlederg DEA
area and we have seen in the period April 2022 to March 2023 our p8rtlcipant numbèrs almost get back to pre COVID
levels.
The Key Achievements and Outcome areas of delivery for 2022- 23 were '.
Healthy Lifestyles
Tackling inactivity. poor nutrition and obesity through the delivery of a number of obesity
intervention and management programmes aimed al improving the physieal and psychological wellbeing of service
users These lllcluded.
- Weight Management programme - Adults obesity programme that adopts a community development approach to
motivate, and work with individuals lo improve physical activity, raise awareness of a healthy balanced diet in the
pursuit of a health life
Cycling Hub-18- 65 year old cycling group. We have a pool of 15 bikes and iwo electric bikes. People of all abilities
are encouraged to visit the centre and borrow a bike. One of our seven trained cycling leaders then lake the service
users on daily cycles. The group has now over 70 rnembers that cycle up to three limes per week.
Exercise for all - A community wide programmes of exercise specific foT the local community We ty and provide
foi everyone no matter of their age or ability levels. Exercises classes include Beginner Pilales. Yoga Walking group.
Chi-me and dance classes.
Older Adults
Provide weekly physical & social support for older people in the forms of the following '.
Day Care - We provide a day care service four days a week (Three ft)r Older People and one for Older Disabled
People) from 9 am 4pm Service Users are refe￿d from the Western Health and Social Care Tiust for social
support and inclusion.
Therapeutic- Style approaches such as reminiscence therapy. which aims to recall positive memories from earlier
years, leading to enjoyment through discussions with others and through sharing and listening lo positive stories.
Music and Story telling therapy - These are researched approaches that help improve the mental health of the
elderly service users. The group formal stimulates social interaction. and is an effective tool in developing friendships
and ieducing loneliness among the elderly.
Older Adults Well-Being
Providing 8 wide range of physical and social activity with the aim of increasing
physical activity and overcoming social isolation. These indude bingo, word searches. armchalr aeroblcs. Chi- Me,
flower arranging and arts and crafts.
Long Term Conditions and Pain Management Provide a range of holistic programrnes of welkbeing lo those living
within the community that are living with one or more of a combination of long lemi conditions The types of activities
include physical. educational, social and emotional support some examples are '.
Rural Ramblers A walking groups specifically developed to suit people with a long lemi condition. Small scale
walks on flat ground and when possible in areas of interest.
P8int Your Pain - Painting programme that is designed to take service users minds of their pain during the two hour
classes.
Stepping On Programme
community Falls Prevention programme for people over the age of 65 who have
already experienced a fall or who are at risk of falling.
otago Exercise Programme• Follow on from the Stepping on Programme designed to improve strength and
balance.
Better Days Pain Management programme Award winning programme that provides particlpants with coping
mechanisms to deal with their day lo day pain.
Cost of Living {New Inilialivel The rising cost of living is affecting everyone including those in rural communities.
Participants received support during the winter and were provided with ingredients to provide a meal for their family.
They were a150 provided with knowledge and skills to produce nutritious meals on a budget. The lips on smart
cooking. avoiding food waste and planning meals that are cooked using fresh produce sourced locally helped reduce
the extent of food poverty locally. Comments from participants included
"More confident preparing meals and making things from scratch"
"confiden￿ growing in the kitchen.
"Becoming more aware ofvalue for money when doing my weekly shop"
"Cooking on a budget"

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"Trying out new ideas and recipes and some great tips"
"Reinlrodueed to the joys of cooking lo help with rising costs"
Access
Provide rooms for 3 range of support groups delivered by our facilitators statutory providers, and voluntary
organisalions. Service providers include RNID. advice organisations, cardiac rehab. smoking cessation, medicine
management, fibromyalgia and MS support
SPRING Rural Enhanced Social Prescribing Project- Derg Valley Care leads on this regional Nl project. The project
has ten delivery partners.- Explaining Social Prescribing. the King's Fund12020). notes.
Social prescribing
-is a means of enabling health professionals lo refer people lo a range of local, non-clinical
services. The referrals generally..
come from professionals working in pilmary care settings. for example, GPS or
practice nurses.
Recognising that people's health and wellbeing are determined mostly by a range of social, economic, and
environmental factors, social prescribing seeks to address people's needs in a holistic way. It also aims to support
individuals lo lake greater control of their own health.
Schemes deliveiing social prescribing can involve a range of activities that are typically provided by voluntary and
community sector organisalions. Examples include volunteering, arts activities. group learning. gardening,
befriending. cookery, healthy eating advi￿ and a range of sports"
Social Prescribers serve communities in socially deprived areas throughout Nl and are attached to delivery
partners. Delivery partners are community-led organisalions and members of the Healthy Living Centre Alliance
IHLCA}, operating from Healthy Living Cenlres across Nl.
In common with the King's Fund description above, the SPRING rnodel lakes a holistic approach to 8ddressing the
needs of people. creating a link bebmeen the health service and the community. SPRING works with individuals to ask
the queslion 'what matters to you?. rather than 'whal is the matter with you?,
This enables Health and Social Care
profe55ionals to refer patients who are experiencing.. social isolation, low mood. mild depression. chronic pain, long
term conditions or physical inactivity to appTopriate community-based support programmes and activities.
A social prescriber spends lime engaging with each person referred to the SPRING projects. listening lo their
needs and exploring seNices and activities that can help them improve their health and well-being. Using a
co-pioduclion approach. the person chooses which supports to avail of, and a health pathway called a soci81
prescription is developed.
The project uses to established evidence based monitoring tools lo evaluate the outcomes of the project "Outcome
Slarf. and the "Short Warwick Mental Health Tool"
Results from Outcome Star shown an 85°A improvement while
the Short Warwick showed a 93.10 in participants well-being.
Flnanclal Results
At the end of the financial year the company has assets of £1.130.129 {2022 - £1.170,001} anil liabilities of £387.154
(2022 - £310,242). The net assets of the company have decreased by £1116.7841.
Trustees
The trustees who served throughout the financial year, except as noted. were as follows..
Dr W Stewart
Mrs l Montgomery
Mr J Byme
Mr J Lowry
Cornpliance wlth Se¢tor-Wlde Leglslatlon and Standards
The company engages pr(}￿Ctive]Y with legislation, standards and codes which are developed for the sector. Derg
Valley Care Limited subscribes lo and 15 compliant with the following=
The Companies Act 2006
The Charities SORP IFRS 102)
Reserves Policy
The Tnjstees have established a policy whereby the unreslricled funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed
assets held by the Charity should equate lo approximately 3 to 6 months of expenditure lapprox £500.0001 to enable
the charity to continue the current activities in the event of a significant drop in fundraising. Al 31 March 2023 the
unreslricled reseNes were £617,686 and as such the tsrget ha5 been achieved.
Rlsk Management
Derg Valley Care carrios out regular reviews of the major risks lo which the org8nisalion is exposed and is compliant
with SORPS requirements including strategic risk management. A risk register has been established and is updated
al least annually. Where appropriate. systems or procedures have been established lo migrate th8 risk the
organisalion faces. Internal controls are in place for aulhorisation ol all transactions and projects. Procedures are in
place to ensure compliance with health and safety of staff, volunloers, seNice users and all visitors. Afi policies and
procedures are reviewed three yearly lo meet the needs of the organisation.

Derg Valley Care Limited
{A company limited by guarantee, not havlng a share eapitall
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for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
Approved by the Board of Trustees on 14 December 2023 and signed on its behalf by:
Mrs l Montgomery
Trustee
MrJ Lowry
Trustee