SPRINGBOARD - OLDHAM DEMENTIA CARERS GROUP
Springboard is a charity set up for, and by, people with dementia and their carers. The group meets weekly and accepts all ages, but the majority of members are aged 65 and over. There are regular organised trips, recreation and leisure activities, as well as educational talks, support, presentations and promotional events. A 7 day helpline offers advice and support to members.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £52,675, bringing total reserves to £55,921, supported by donations and membership fees. The trustees report no material uncertainties and express 100% certainty that the charity can continue as a going concern due to prudent spending and low overheads.
What the accounts disclose
“Springboard keeps these funds in reserve as a contingency fund to allow it to continue to operate in the event that income stops or support we receive from other charities ceases. These funds could then be used to cover the cost of replacing this support for a period of time.” — page 4
Trustees
- DAVID ANTONY MULLINchair
- Jean Hutson Molineux
- Lesley Ann McCabe
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £73k | £17k |
| 05/04/2024 | £63k | £12k |
| 05/04/2023 | £57k | £11k |
| 05/04/2022 | £53k | £6k |
| 05/04/2021 | £40k | £1k |
Common questions
Is SPRINGBOARD - OLDHAM DEMENTIA CARERS GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £52,675, bringing total reserves to £55,921, supported by donations and membership fees. The trustees report no material uncertainties and express 100% certainty that the charity can continue as a going concern due to prudent spending and low overheads. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.