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Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia

Berwick & District Friends of Dementia supports persons in the district of Berwick-upon-Tweed who are diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia, and their families and carers. It does this by means of social opportunities and appropriate activities. Its main undertaking is Alz Cafe, held each Thursday in a rented premises in Berwick for social activity, and refreshments are provided.

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Activities & Mission

Berwick & District Friends of Dementia supports persons in the district of Berwick-upon-Tweed who are diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia, and their families and carers. It does this by means of social opportunities and appropriate activities. Its main undertaking is Alz Cafe, held each Thursday in a rented premises in Berwick for social activity, and refreshments are provided.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£19,687
Latest Expenditure
£13,903

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 70.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 70.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£19,687
£13,9030 / 5
2024
£9,568
£14,5550 / 5
2023
£15,835
£11,2310 / 5
2022
£8,101
£4,2130 / 6
2021
£2,202
£1,7590 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia

What does Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia do?

Berwick & District Friends of Dementia supports persons in the district of Berwick-upon-Tweed who are diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia, and their families and carers. It does this by means of social opportunities and appropriate activities. Its main undertaking is Alz Cafe, held each Thursday in a rented premises in Berwick for social activity, and refreshments are provided.

How much income did Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia report in 2025?

Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia registered as a charity?

Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 September 2017 as charity number 1174583. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia?

Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is WILFRED DEREK FORSHAW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia operate?

Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia operates in Northumberland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia a registered charity?

Yes — Berwick & District Friends Of Dementia is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174583.

Details

Address
BERWICK VOLUNTARY CENTRE
OFFICE 4
5 TWEED STREET
BERWICK-UPON-TWEED
TD15 1NG
Registration Date
11 September 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5108857
Charity Number
1174583

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Trustees

WILFRED DEREK FORSHAW Chair
Barbara-Jean Borthwick
Also governs 1 other charity
LInda Yeardly

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