THE ORCHARD DEMENTIA CENTRE
We provide day centre care for the those living with all forms of dementia; from early onset through to advanced stages. Activities and the environment are designed to provide stimulation to our clients to help them maintain their independence and delay progression of symptoms.In addition we provide support for families & carers, and help signpost for further support & available services.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity is financially stable with unrestricted reserves of £254,767, which are slightly higher than the stated policy target of approximately £210,000. The charity reports a net income surplus of £5,057 for the year and confirms it sustains itself through service charges without reliance on charitable donations.
What the accounts disclose
“Charitable activities Day Centre 318,380”
“The Charity's policy on reserves is to establish a fund which amounts to 12 months worth of costs (fixed and variable). This amounts to circa £210,000.” — page 4
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- DAVID SHEPHERDchair
- CHRISTOPHER BACK
- Elizabeth Anne Neary
- Margaret Theresa Harnden
- Mek Rahmani
- Niki Thompson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £352k | £347k |
| 30/09/2024 | £357k | £325k |
| 30/09/2023 | £310k | £276k |
| 30/09/2022 | £274k | £243k |
| 30/09/2021 | £190k | £182k |
Common questions
Is THE ORCHARD DEMENTIA CENTRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity is financially stable with unrestricted reserves of £254,767, which are slightly higher than the stated policy target of approximately £210,000. The charity reports a net income surplus of £5,057 for the year and confirms it sustains itself through service charges without reliance on charitable donations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/12/2025 | £10k | Out and About |