AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Company Registration Number:
13878240 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 January 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 February 2023

End date: 31 January 2024

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2024

Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 January 2024

2024 2023


£

£
Administrative expenses: ( 130,909 ) ( 123,204 )
Operating profit(or loss): (130,909) (123,204)
Interest receivable and similar income: 166,685 125,339
Profit(or loss) before tax: 35,776 2,135
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 35,776 2,135

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Balance sheet

As at 31 January 2024

Notes 2024 2023


£

£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 40,557 8,658
Total current assets: 40,557 8,658
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 3 ( 2,644 ) ( 6,522 )
Net current assets (liabilities): 37,913 2,136
Total assets less current liabilities: 37,913 2,136
Total net assets (liabilities): 37,913 2,136
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital: 1 1
Profit and loss account: 37,912 2,135
Total Shareholders' funds: 37,913 2,136

The notes form part of these financial statements

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 January 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 28 October 2024
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Alia Syed
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

    Turnover policy

    Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances. Sale of goods Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods. Rendering of services Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. Turnover is only recognised to the extent of recoverable expenses when the outcome of a contract cannot be estimated reliably

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    1.3. Tangible Fixed Assets and Depreciation Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of the fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the straight line basis per annum.

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2024

  • 2. Employees

    2024 2023
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2024

3. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2024 2023
£ £
Accruals and deferred income 0 4,190
Other creditors 2,644 2,332
Total 2,644 6,522

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

AL NASIHA SERVICES CIC

Company Number: 13878240 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 January 2024

Company activities and impact

Since our inception in 2022, we have been dedicated to providing faith-based social, recreational, educational, and complementary health activities aimed at improving people's physical health and mental wellbeing. Our outreach has extended from local communities to national and global audiences. As we mark our second year of service in 2023-24, we are proud to highlight our achievements: Our activities have included physical exercise, gardening, walking and biking groups, swimming, book clubs, office morning gatherings, camping trips, and a summer program of day trips. We have also offered matrimonial support, counselling and training sessions, and homeless support initiatives. The physical exercise programs, in particular, have yielded significant benefits for our participants. These activities have helped users lose weight and prevent excessive weight gain, improve cognitive functions, and manage various health conditions. Participants have seen improvements in managing strokes, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, depression, anxiety, arthritis, falls prevention, and insomnia. Through these comprehensive offerings, we have strived to create a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, addressing both the physical and mental aspects of our community members' lives. Our faith-based foundation has allowed us to provide these services with a unique perspective, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth alongside physical and mental health improvements. Our efforts in improving physical health have reached a total of 1100 service-users across various activities. Exercise classes attracted 45% male and 55% female participants, with 80% adults and 20% children. Gardening clubs saw a significant female majority at 90%, with 88% adult participation. Walking groups were predominantly female at 95%, with 70% adults, while biking groups had 70% male participation and a 60-40 adult-child split. Swimming activities had an equal gender distribution, with 65% adult participation. These physical activities have yielded positive outcomes, helping service-users lose weight, maintain optimum weight, prevent weight gain, and improve cognitive functions. Additionally, they have assisted in managing and preventing various health issues such as stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, inflammation, joint pains, arthritis, falls, and insomnia. Notably, service-users have reported feeling more relaxed, happier, and experiencing improved confidence as a result of their participation. Our efforts to improve mental health encompassed 155 sessions across various activities. Counseling services attracted 75% female participants, with a 60-40 adult-child split. Matrimonial support was predominantly utilized by women (80%) and exclusively by adults. Family support sessions saw 65% female participation, with 80% adults. These faith-based therapies have helped service-users affirm their religious values and make decisions aligned with their core beliefs. The sessions aimed to reduce distress and symptoms of mental ill-health while enabling participants to find purpose and meaning. Service-users reported numerous positive outcomes, including better management of depression, anxiety, loss, bereavement, stress, and anger. They also experienced improved communication and conflict resolution skills, enhanced relationships, and learned forgiveness. Participants noted increased self-awareness, self-esteem, and self-confidence, as well as improved emotional, psychological, and spiritual health. The faith-based interventions helped develop coping skills, guided life decisions, and facilitated connections with religious communities, ultimately contributing to personal growth and positive change. Our efforts to reduce loneliness and social isolation reached 1425 service-users through various activities. Book clubs attracted 80% female participants with a 70-30 adult-child split, while coffee mornings were predominantly attended by women (95%) and adults (90%). Camping trips had an equal gender distribution and a 50-50 adult-child split. The summer trip programme saw 75% female participation, with 70% children. Volunteering opportunities were utilized by 70% women and exclusively by adults. These social and recreational activities provided service-users with opportunities to stay connected, resulting in numerous positive outcomes. Participants reported improved mental and physical health, better sleep patterns, enhanced cognitive functions, acquisition of new skills, and increased self-esteem and confidence. By fostering social connections and engagement, these activities have played a crucial role in combating loneliness and isolation among our service-users. Our Health Literacy Programme reached 1050 service-users through various activities. Information sessions on 'How to Improve Your Health' attracted 70% female participants, with 90% adults. Short courses on herbal remedies were predominantly attended by women (80%) and exclusively by adults. Diet and nutritional advice sessions saw 60% female participation, with a 70-30 adult-child split. The programme has enabled service-users to better understand their health conditions and learn how to maintain good health. Participants reported gaining new knowledge and skills, such as detox methods and intermittent fasting techniques. They also expressed increased confidence in navigating health and social care systems and making informed decisions. As a result, service-users experienced improved physical and mental health and well-being, a reduction in self-harm, and a decrease in risky behaviors. This comprehensive approach to health literacy has empowered our service-users to take control of their health and make positive lifestyle changes. Our Alternative & Complementary Therapies program served 910 service-users across various activities. Meditation & Mindfulness attracted predominantly female participants (85%), with 80% adults. Sound Therapy, Aromatherapy, and Body & Head Massage saw 65-65% female participation, while Reflexology was 80% female. Hijama/Cupping and Spiritual Healing had equal gender distribution, and Prayer Therapy was 65% female. These therapies provided a personalized and holistic experience catering to mind, body, and soul. Service-users reported numerous positive outcomes, including a whole-person approach to healing, tailored treatment plans, and increased patient empowerment. Participants experienced improved pain relief, reduced muscle tension, increased relaxation, better flexibility and circulation, improved sleep, and enhanced overall well-being. They also noted feelings of positivity, inner peace, decreased tiredness, and reduced anxiety and stress. This comprehensive approach to alternative and complementary therapies has significantly contributed to the physical, mental, and spiritual health of our service-users. Our work with homeless and refugee communities reached 300 service-users through various support activities. The soup kitchen and food parcel distribution for the homeless primarily served male adults, with 70% male participation. The provision of blankets and sleeping bags for the homeless had a more balanced gender distribution, with 55% male and 45% female recipients, all of whom were adults. Food parcels for low-income families were predominantly distributed to women, with 75% female recipients, and all beneficiaries were adults. These initiatives demonstrate our commitment to addressing the immediate needs of vulnerable populations, providing essential items such as food, warmth, and shelter to those experiencing homelessness or financial hardship. By focusing on these fundamental necessities, we aim to offer crucial support to individuals and families facing challenging circumstances in our community.

Consultation with stakeholders

Our outreach and access by service users have been local, national, and global. We have engaged our service users through online and social media consultations, polls, and surveys. We have received feedback from service users both during and at the end of our activities, in verbal and written forms. Additionally, we have gathered feedback through face-to-face interactions at community and other events. We have consistently monitored and evaluated the uptake of our services to help us modify, develop, and address gaps in provision. Information about our services is available through our website, social media platforms, local radio, and word of mouth in the community. Notably, 80% of our users come through recommendations or word of mouth, and 95% of users have expressed satisfaction or high satisfaction with our services. Moving forward, we will continue to advertise, promote, and market our services to inform and engage with our service users effectively. This approach ensures that we maintain a strong connection with our community and continue to meet their evolving needs.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
28 October 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Alia Syed
Status: Director