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The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Ltd provides supported sheltered housing for older people. It combats loneliness and the worries of running a home, frequently experienced by older people. Residents have the privacy of their own flat/bed sitting room but share meals and social time together.

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Activities & Mission

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Ltd provides supported sheltered housing for older people. It combats loneliness and the worries of running a home, frequently experienced by older people. Residents have the privacy of their own flat/bed sitting room but share meals and social time together.

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
£119,835
Latest Expenditure
£1,964,647

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 1639.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 1639.5%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£119,835
£1,964,6470 / 2
2023
£261,839
£236,6770 / 2
2022
£244,866
£197,9410 / 2
2021
£226,009
£244,8520 / 2
2020
£236,000
£229,5250 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited

What does The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited do?

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Ltd provides supported sheltered housing for older people. It combats loneliness and the worries of running a home, frequently experienced by older people. Residents have the privacy of their own flat/bed sitting room but share meals and social time together.

How much income did The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited report in 2024?

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited reported total income of £120k and reported expenditure of £1.96m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited registered as a charity?

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 August 1967 as charity number 253429. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited?

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Lewis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited operate?

The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Abbeyfield Taunton Defendamus Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 253429.

Details

Address
A C MOLE & SONS
STAFFORD HOUSE
BLACKBROOK PARK AVENUE
TAUNTON
TA1 2PX
Registration Date
16 August 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
253429
Charity Number
253429

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Trustees

David Lewis Chair
Colin Weeks
Also governs 1 other charity
Rosemary Harris

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