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TwentiethVHC Annual Report 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2007 Registered Charity No. 298046 CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Looking back over the previous 19 years of AGM reports and notes, it is very reassuring to see the steady evolution of the organisation. Starting out with donations of just £4,000 and 41 volunteers who responded to 140 requests for help in the first year, to the present time with 70 volunteers responding to 4,000 annual requests. The finances of running such an operation are obviously vital and at times have been precarious, however careful management has kept the organisation in good health over the years and a recent bequest from the estate of the late Ivy Curnock has been a major boost. The foresight of the original committee has to be admired; their aims of providing help to those in need and setting up a car service has proved invaluable to the local community over the last 20 years. Most of the requests received are straightforward - they range from befriending, walking dogs, light gardening, shopping and of course transport; however, requests for re-homing of two budgerigars or coping with a profuse nose bleed all over the upholstery of one’s car have required more challenging solutions. The success of the VHC has been built upon many volunteers who have responded magnificently to an estimated 40,000 requests for help over the years, for which we all owe a debt of gratitude; also the dedication of our Co-ordinators and Car Administrators have been much appreciated; Tricia Scott and Pat Samkin have fulfilled these roles with great distinction for many years. To help mark this our 20th anniversary we are organising several special events; we begin with a demonstration by HMP Hollesley Bay drug dog handler and “sniffer” dogs at the AGM, the publication of a booklet entitled “Involuntary Giggles”, plus a cream tea, various stalls and a quiz night during the forthcoming year. Please
attend this celebratory AGM, it is guaranteed to put a smile on
your face. CO-ORDINATOR’S REPORT This year sees the Voluntary Help Centre celebrate 20 years of service. During that time, there has always been a dedicated team of volunteers who have given up their time to respond to the needs of those in our community. It is worth noting that one of the first volunteers to Register in 1987 was Brenda Miller – she is still an active driver for us today. As usual, we have been kept busy during this year – nearly 3,000 journeys made. This is slightly lower than last year, but we have travelled 3,000 miles more.(59,000 this year). I know from the appreciation expressed by those who use the service how much our volunteers and organisation are valued. Pat Samkin, our Car Service Administrator since 1992, decided to retire in January due to increasing ill health. His dedication and commitment to the VHC over the years was total. He was a much valued member of the team and is missed by us all. His wife Pauline was the office stand-in for several years, so between them, they contributed a huge amount to the successful running of the Centre. Since Pat left, Rita Kennedy has stepped in and helped out with keeping the car service running smoothly. She has put in a huge amount of her own time – I am deeply appreciative of the support and help I have had from her. It has lightened my load enormously. As always, the Management Committee are unfailing in their support. This year, Donald Sewell and Sarah Britten have to step down, having completed their terms of office. For Donald, this has been his second term. He was Secretary for several years, and Chairman 1998-1999. His contribution to the VHC has been immense, and he will be very much missed. Whilst Sarah has to stand down from the Committee, she will stay very active for us, both as a driver and organising various fund-raising events. Mike Medland is, as always, a very supportive Chairman – always there to seek advice from, but great at just letting me get on with it. I am very grateful for the support and help we have at the various fetes and fairs attended during the year. Peter Lupton is a great support and turns out at all events we go to with his ever popular Nail Game. Thanks also to those who come and help on the day or donate goods for us to use on the various tombolas we run.. Our move from the Splash Hut to 21 Church Street early this year went very smoothly. We are enjoying our central location very much and are indebted to Adnams for their generosity in lending us their office. Work on the new Hall is frustratingly slow. I wonder if I’ll be able to say anything about another move in next year’s Report?! We
couldn’t continue our work without the support of all volunteers,
our funding bodies and the generosity of all those in our community.
Thank you to you all and we look forward to serving you for another
20 years.
STATISTICS 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2007
We have 550-600 people on our register of service users. 45 people have used the VHC for the first time this year. Our befrienders have made up to 1500 visits to private homes this year for help with shopping, befriending, dog-walking, odd jobs and to help with correspondence.
RECEIPT
AND PAYMENT ACCOUNTS
Treasurer: Rita Kennedy Examined and approved by David Godfrey ACIB JP April 2007
MANAGEMENT
COMMITTEE
SECRETARY - Margaret Woodhall TREASURER - Ann Betts COMMITTEE MEMBERS Peter
Britten CO-ORDINATOR - Patricia Scott CAR SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - Rita Kennedy
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