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Open Arms East Devon

We help adults experiencing mental health difficulties by providing peer group support, encouraging social interaction and providing activities and experiences to improve wellbeing and increase confidence. We hold two friendly and inclusive sessions each week in Honiton where you can drop in, be with others and join in activities if you wish. Sessions are free. Phone support is also available.

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Activities & Mission

We help adults experiencing mental health difficulties by providing peer group support, encouraging social interaction and providing activities and experiences to improve wellbeing and increase confidence. We hold two friendly and inclusive sessions each week in Honiton where you can drop in, be with others and join in activities if you wish. Sessions are free. Phone support is also available.

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
£7,138
Latest Expenditure
£15,472

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 216.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 216.8%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£7,138
£15,4720 / 2
2024
£14,038
£12,6230 / 2
2023
£18,739
£13,6410 / 1
2022
£17,428
£8,5620 / 1
2021
£9,705
£7,1380 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Open Arms East Devon

What does Open Arms East Devon do?

We help adults experiencing mental health difficulties by providing peer group support, encouraging social interaction and providing activities and experiences to improve wellbeing and increase confidence. We hold two friendly and inclusive sessions each week in Honiton where you can drop in, be with others and join in activities if you wish. Sessions are free. Phone support is also available.

How much income did Open Arms East Devon report in 2025?

Open Arms East Devon reported total income of £7k and reported expenditure of £15k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Open Arms East Devon registered as a charity?

Open Arms East Devon was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 April 2020 as charity number 1188977. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Open Arms East Devon?

Open Arms East Devon is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is GARRY WAKEHAM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Open Arms East Devon operate?

Open Arms East Devon operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Open Arms East Devon a registered charity?

Yes — Open Arms East Devon is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188977.

Details

Address
1 Westcott Way
HONITON
Devon
EX14 1JE
Registration Date
8 April 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5147560
Charity Number
1188977

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Trustees

GARRY WAKEHAM Chair
David Staff
DEAN BARROW
HENRY BROWN
Susan Edwards

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