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2023-2024

REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 03628599 (England and Wales) - REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1073063

Thanks to the team for the wonderful photographs, additional photography by Kevin Oakhill. Designed by Emily Oakhill and Katherine Wynne.

Table of Content 02 Introductions and Reflections

06 Funders, Doners and Supporters 08 Objectives 1: Working in Partnership 15 Objective 2: Creating Opportunties 28 Objective 3: Supporting Carers 36 Objective 4: Volunteering 40 Objective 5: User Involvement 43 Structure, Management and Governance 47 Summary of Income and Expenditure 49 Financial Landscape 51 Looking to the Future

Introduction

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Board of Trustees
Chair - James Kiamtia-Cooper,
Vice Chair - Sue Culling
Treasurer - Stuart Dunk
Chief Executive and Company Secretary – Katherine Wynne
David Congdon
Tim Flood
Angelene Rackett
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The trustees present their annual report together with the Independent Examination of accounts and financial statements of the charity for the year ending 31st March 2024.

These are also prepared to meet the requirements for a directors’ report and accounts for Companies House purposes.

Croydon Mencap’s mission: We want a Croydon where people with learning disabilities can live in a place they want to call home, with the people and things that they love, in communities where we all look out for one another, doing the things that matter most to them.

Public Benefit:

The Trustees confirm that they have complied with their duties under section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 when considering the charitable activities and future programs detailed in this annual report. They consider that Croydon Mencap, together with partners, have contributed positively to its mission.

Reflections on 2023/24

James Kiamtia-Cooper, Chairperson

Operating within a borough facing economic and social challenges, Croydon Mencap has remained committed this past year to reducing our infrastructure costs. This allows us to redirect our savings towards sustaining our impact. Our cost-reduction strategies have included several targeted workstreams with the CEO and Board of Trustees, with the goal of relinquishing the lease on our head office building in Thornton Heath, set to conclude in June 2024.

One of our workstreams focused on exploring the feasibility of purchasing the Enterprise Lounge day service building, which we have rented since 2009. We are thrilled to share that this endeavor has been successful, providing a significant advantage for the charity by securing an investment and long-term stability.

We recognize that delving into our finances has taken time and adjustment, but we believe this method will facilitate a smooth transition into long-term strategic planning built on an efficient foundation.

As the largest borough in London, Croydon has around 7,500 adults with learning disabilities registered with the NHS Learning Disability register, which is double the national average. It is crucial that we remain aware of this and work together with people with learning disabilities and collaborate effectively to make Croydon a great place to live.

We are grateful for the diverse funding sources, including The Lottery, Royal Mencap, Croydon Council, South West London NHS ICB, Google, CVA, and various sponsored fundraising initiatives.

Our partnerships with Carers Information Service, Mind, and our Family Advocacy and Support team have produced positive outcomes for carers in the borough. We have worked closely with the Council, NHS, and other stakeholders to develop the Carers Strategy.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our colleagues, volunteers, partners, and supporters for your unwavering dedication and assistance.

Katherine Wynne CEO

Numerous examples illustrate how Croydon Mencap teams and colleagues engage in holistic and creative approaches and we are constantly learning. It’s clear that our work extends beyond individuals with learning disabilities; we support whole families and communities. Time and again, we have seen trust, friendships, and positive experiences flourish, reminding us of the significant impact we can make when we work in partnership with those who may have faced lifelong challenges, often unseen. Sometimes we don’t always get it right but we are continously learning and reflecting together.

We advocate for and support the social model of disability, recognising that societal barriers frequently shape an individual’s experience of disability. We are optimistic that the updated learning disability action plan—developed with the insights of individuals with learning disabilities alongside the voluntary sector, Council, and NHS —will positively transform our borough by dismantling obstacles and making a better environment for people to thrive in.

Our self-directed supported teams at Croydon Mencap have harnessed their skills and enthusiasm to extend their work beyond our traditional boundaries, forging new partnerships and securing additional funding. This has allowed us to develop fresh opportunities and experiences with residents. For instance, collaborating with artists and the community team from St Christopher’s hospice to address themes of grief and loss—an experience that resonates with us all. This collaboration culminated in the remarkable ‘Be Happy Be Sad’ party, which you can find detailed on page 12.

As a charity, we are continually learning, especially about community engagement, and we are immensely thankful to the Learning Disability Alliance for their leadership in this area. Through this collaboration, we participated in Croydon’s first ever Learning Disability Carnival, right in the heart of the community. This event was made possible by the dedication, skills, and time of both volunteers with and without learning disabilities, as well as various community groups and charities, highlighting that everyone had something valuable to contribute. For a glimpse of the joy we experienced that day, check out page 11.

We have cautiously begun to explore new avenues to amplify our postive contribution in the borough. Our 'Support to Live' 24 care and support service, which operates on an 'Individual Service Fund' model, has successfully completed its sixmonth pilot and is thriving —more details can be found on page 27. Additionally, we trialed our Out and About Extra program; although it didn’t expand as we had hoped, we gained valuable insights that may lead us to pursue it again in the future.

With support from Open Future Learning and Oliver McGowan training, we have strengthened our commitment to creating environments that promote full participation and autonomy, we all want to take charge of our own lives and this is important to people with learning disabilities too. We ensure that there are people to offer encouragement and support. Living an ordinary life should be available to everyone, enriched by connections with friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues, offering endless possibilities along with the ups and downs that everyone deserves to experience.

This annual report serves as a testament to the objectives we have accomplished this year in alignment with our vision. It also outlines our funding sources, expenditures, and our long-term goals. Enjoy the read!

Funders, donors and supporters

As with all charities, our ability to fulfill our mission relies on fundraising efforts, donations, subscriptions and all those individuals who have kindly and generously supported us in so many ways - thank you!

Saturday Club fundraising BBQ

£772

Fabien does the Spartan Race

£456

Katherine runs the Battersea Half Marathon

£660

Charlie and Oliver run £298 Reigate

Localgiving donations:

of over £3700 including £2000 from one donation. Thank you!

Thank you to: London Borough of Croydon, The Royal Mencap Society, Department for Education, SWL ICS, National Lottery Community Fund, The Dodds Family, Mrs R McLuskey, T and S Moss, Mrs Freda Pearce, Fabien Crochetet, Dylan Marques, H Stain Ltd, Addiscombe Baptist Church, St John’s Shirley

Our Objective 1 To work in partnership with other agencies in Ob the London Borough of Croydon

Partnerships

Croydon Mencap have forged some wonderful partnerships. Here are some of the highlights this year:

Good Food Matters and Lifestyle Health and Education CIC

In March 2024, Croydon Mencap, Good Food Matters and Lifestyle Health and Education officially kicked off their partnership. Funded by SWL NHS to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities in the borough we worked together to start with 3 free wonderful courses:

Access Social Care

We are proud to continue our collaboration with the remarkable Charity Access Social Care, an organisation that offers free legal advice and support to individuals in England, helping them secure the care they deserve. Additionally, they work alongside our Family Advocacy and Support team, enabling us to assist families in achieving the legal entitlements around support they are entitled to under the Care Act.

Learning Disability Alliance Croydon CIC

LDAC is a diverse organization co-led by people with Learning Disabilities and is driven to achieve visible and lasting change for the learning disability community in Croydon through active collaboration with people with learning disabilities, their careers, service providers, statutory bodies and the local communities.

This year, Croydon Mencap presented the Learning Disability Alliance the ‘Spirit of the Community Award’ at our AGM for all their work.

To hear more about their work visit www.ldacroydon.org.uk

Croydon Mencap helped support the Learning Disability Alliance to launch their first ever Learning Disability Carnival!

Croydon’s First Annual Learning Disability Carnival!

St Christopher’s Hospice

The Be Happy Be Sad Party was a celebration of our collaboration with St Christopher’s Community Action team. Over a 4 month period, they helped us use creative methods to explore themes related to loss and grief; using photography, food, mark making and ceramics. The work aimed to offer new and varied route to self-expression which foregrounded a range of learning styles. Through reflecting on personal experiences of loss, the group discovered new ways to practically support themselves and others in key moments in their lives.

The idea of a celebration emerged from this time spent together as a symbol of love and joy, as well as being a way to think about memory and loss. The Be Happy, Be Sad Party was co-designed by Croydon Mencap members and populated with their artworks and outcomes, each considering the roles of sharing, memory and community at the end of life.

Croydon Active Voices

Croydon Active Voices is a self-governing forum managed by parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the London Borough of Croydon. Croydon Mencap supports their efforts by managing their budget, employing their coordinator Louise, and covering their expenses. This allows CAV to focus on their mission of amplifying the voices of parents and carers while collaborating strategically with the council and NHS.

Croydon Active Voices relaunched at their AGM in June 2023 with tremendous support. Shelley Davies (Director of Education & Youth Engagement) and Kathy Roberts (Head of SEND Transformation & Delivery) from the Local Authority, representatives from the Carers Information Service and Autism Voice UK all spoke in the morning and in the afternoon a team from Croydon Mencap shared a beautiful presentation about the work they do and services they offer to our community.

In September 2023 the Local Authority launched the SEND strategy 2023-2026 which CAV attended. There are 6 work streams that always had at least one of the CAV parent representatives in attendance (and 2 parents are co-chairs on 2 of those work streams), which ensures that parents voices are being heard.

To maintain communication and engage with parents, they utilise various platforms such as a Facebook group and a WhatsApp group, in addition to hosting monthly coffee mornings. Parents are invited to and participate in SENDCo briefings, which has fostered positive relationships with school SENDCo’s, leading to invitations to their coffee mornings. This initiative helps bridge the gap between staff and parents, ensuring that children’s needs are addressed more effectively.

Croydon Active Voices have been involved in the Croydon Locality SEND Support meetings, where they actively share information about available support, how to access it, and who is eligible. They also promote and co-facilitate webinars for parents, which aids in building trust between parents and the Local Authority by providing transparency about Localities and the support it can offer to their children.

Croydon Active Voices was invited to join the working group for the ‘Inclusion Conference for Headteachers and Senior Leadership’ to help organize the event. We were then tasked with developing a workshop titled ‘Inclusion Matters: Building Positive Relationships Together, Exploring Parental Involvement within a Holistic Family Strategy for Our Pupils. A Collaborative Approach with Open Communication and Mutual Respect Every Day.’ While the title is quite lengthy, the workshop received an enthusiastic response, leading us to forge relationships with even more schools that have requested our assistance in hosting coffee mornings, which has proven to be very positive.

The coffee mornings we host are highly appreciated by parents, the Local Authority, and schools. We consistently invite various departments from the Local Authority, along with agencies and organizations we collaborate with, to share valuable information, services, and expertise. Feedback from attendees indicates that they enjoy networking with other teams, agencies, and organizations while gaining insights into parents' perspectives and experiences.

Looking ahead, Croydon Active Voices plans to continue collaborating on council work streams, recruit and train additional parent representatives to amplify parent voices, and maintain our social media presence and website. We will keep organizing events like the coffee mornings to identify common themes and issues faced by parent carers and the SEND community.

Our Objective 2 Creating opportunities and activities so that people with learning disabilities and additional needs can have active and meaningful lives.

Enterprise Lounge

Nineteen years ago, a Trustee who has a son with a learning disability expressed her concerns to Vanessa, the CEO of Croydon Mencap at the time, regarding the lack of meaningful activities for him. After conducting research on what other young adults were engaged in within the Borough, it was determined that Croydon Mencap would establish a service by renting a building on Leslie Park Road. Known at the time as Clubs @ Leslie Park, this activity center was initially funded by the Henry Smith Charity, grants from Croydon Council for the building's refurbishment, and Barclays Bank, which decorated the space. Fast forward to this year, the center has been renamed the Enterprise Lounge by its members, and after 18 months of planning and research, the Charity has now successfully purchased the building. Members pay for the service from their social care personal budgets, and this year, through various fundraising efforts, we continue to invest in this vibrant hub. We are thrilled about the long-term security this brings to our Charity!

We have had some brilliant support from Roehampton University and the NHS Mental Health course that have provided us with their fantastic work placement students. Working with our members provides students with valuable real-life experience.

Enterprise Lounge is a vibrant hub where people with learning disabilties can attend between 1 to 5 days a week. A place to see friends, learn new skills, work on goals, plan trips out and have fun!

We are lucky to have some local collaborators who spend time with us:

Yoga with Amanda from Supriya Yoga

Drama with Andree from Make a Scene
Tennis coaching with Nathan from Shirley Tennis Club Football sessions with the Crystal Palace Foundation
Pc Scott Jones & The Safer Neighbourhood team Ryan McKenzie Croydon Fire Brigade Bose Young@Heart Dance
Juliet’s Jewellery Making Sodada

The Enterprise Lounge team worked with social workers, families, our Advocates and the following NHS services:

Psychologists Speech and Language therapists Occupational Therapists Men’s Group – focusing on men’s health

Statistics

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Future plans at the Enterprise Lounge:

Transfer all records onto a digital platform. Continue to grow social enterprise activities. Carve out 1:1 time with members and their parents or carers (where appropriate) to review personal goals and aspirations Explore other options with members around Volunteering or Employment

Spotlight

An individual attending the Enterprise Lounge suffered a mental health crisis after returning from a family holiday.

They were having psychotic episodes which included auditory hallucinations manifesting as voices instructing them to do things, because of this, they became withdrawn and highly anxious. There was a point when things where so difficult that their support within the community was hanging in the balance and inpatient services were discussed.

Enterprise Lounge Staff worked closely with Mum and the NHS Community Learning Disability team, Croydon Social services, and extended family, to enable them to still attend Enterprise Lounge, during this difficult and confusing time.

Croydon Mencap hosted a serious of meetings at the Enterprise Lounge with their psychologist as they said felt like a safe place. Mum was able to strongly expressed their wishes for Croydon Mencap staff to support them in these meetings . Croydon Mencap had, by this stage, become key in their recovery process.

They are very artistic and love to express themselves through acting and dance and art, but as they had become almost totally non verbal at the height of this crisis, we encouraged them to express their emotions through contemporary dance. They excelled at this and over the months has presented many performances confidently in front of a large audience. They also choreograph their own work and help others.

Staff have also helped their friends at the Enterprise Lounge to understand and support and encourage them with their daily activities at Croydon Mencap.

Happily with all services working together they have stayed living with their Mum at home and attend Enterprise Lounge three days a week.

Monday Club

Croydon Mencap's Monday Night Social Club is immensely popular and serves as the sole social event of the week for many attendees. We have extended our hours as requested, and now the club is only closed for the month of August during the school holidays.

We are currently operating with a dedicated team of five staff members. Additionally, we have a wonderful volunteer named Aza who steps in to support the team.

We successfully secured a grant of £2,500, which helped cover the hall rental costs, leaving us with a little extra in our budget at the end of the year! Additionally, we collaborated closely with the NHS to organize a Covid/Flu vaccination evening for our members, providing support and easy-to-understand leaflets.

We gather input from our members through an easy-read survey twice a year to learn which activities they would like to see added or organized. Every six weeks, we distribute a comprehensive timetable to keep members informed about upcoming activities.

We hosted special event discos in July, October, December, and February, which also serve as fundraising opportunities for the club. Several of our members DJ for these occassions.

We've also transformed into a Birthday celebration club, responding to members' requests to host parties with their friends.

Moreover, we have our weekly band, “The Big Band,” which continues to grow in popularity week by week.

The Monday Club Team is truly invaluable, working tirelessly to support this thriving community.

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Out and About and Strictly Come Walking

Out and About has experienced another busy and successful year, and we are currently seeking funding as this marks the final year of support from the Dodds Family, to whom we are immensely grateful.

Throughout the year, we organized 67 events, attracting a total of 58 unique attendees, including 29 individuals who were new to our service. Our membership reflects a diverse demographic, with a nearly equal distribution of men and women. Notably, 47.3% of our members come from BAME backgrounds. The predominant age range of our members is 25-34, highlighting the significance of our service for adults transitioning from education. Our youngest member is 23, while our oldest is 66, showcasing our ability to engage individuals across all age groups, promoting social interaction and enjoyment!

Currently, Out and About is actively pursuing funding to continue our mission of combating social isolation, educating people about green spaces, encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle, and, most importantly, fostering friendships and fun! We are also thrilled to introduce Strictly Come Walking as part of the Out and About initiative. This walking group meets every Saturday and has quickly become popular among both new and long-standing members.

Some of what we did this year!

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I really love Out and About because I get to see my friends and we get to do stuff together

Saturday Club

37 Clubs this year!

The Saturday Club meets at our facility on Leslie Park Road, where members eagerly anticipate engaging in their favorite activities each week. They enjoy cooking simple, quick, and healthy dishes. Games form a significant part of the sessions, with both indoor and outdoor adaptations tailored to the weather and the unique abilities of each member. Music, art, and crafts are also integral components of the club.

On average, about eight members regularly attend, while newcomers explore whether the service suits their needs.

Due to high demand, the club has expanded from two to four Saturdays each month. Similar to the Monday Club, sessions will be closed during the summer. Our goal for next year is to secure funding for weekly sessions.

Activities extend beyond the center, as outings provide a change of scenery for members. We have visited locations such as Brighton, Wimbledon, and Lloyd Park for our annual picnic and sports day. Additionally, we've enjoyed several movie trips to the David Lean cinema for relaxed screenings. One memorable outing was an evening concert at Fairfield Halls, which the members found especially enjoyable. Recently, we've also begun hosting our own fundraising movie nights.

A new development has emerged regarding payment for accessing our services. Members can now pay in advance for up to four sessions. Some members who manage their own finances have needed time to adjust to new payment options, but it means that Croydon Mencap have to process less cash weekly. Members have the flexibility to use all four sessions in one month, spread one or two sessions over several months, or even extend their use over four months. Overall, this new payment structure offers greater flexibility for members, despite the initial cost.

We are also thrilled to have welcomed new staff members Laura and Zach who genuinely enjoy the sessions, viewing them as a retreat or fun experience rather than work!

Aspirations for the coming year:

Acquiring new means of funding and funding streams to have the club operate on a weekly basis Planning more off-site activities for the members to get out and be part of the community
Increasing membership numbers
Inviting friends and families of members to the club to engage with the members and expand their social connections
Member fund raising activities Securing regular volunteers

Spotlight

The Saturday Club team work really closely with Croydon Mencap Family Advocacy Support Team, here is an example of joined up working:

A carer was having difficulties with payments that they were making for their son to attend a seperate service in the borough. Due to a clerical error, payments were not being added to their standing payment accounts, causing a certain amount of distress and confusion as they were being told they were in arrears for an amount they were convinced they had paid.

A referral was made to the FAST team and we were able to contact the service provider, presenting proof of payment along with receipt dates and amounts. The matter was investigated using the evidence supplied to resolve the matter in a way that was satisfactory for the carer and took away some of the stress felt.

Support to Live

This year we were approached by a sibling carer with a bold idea. They asked that together we create a bespoke person centred 24 hours support plan for their 57 year old brother who is learning disabled and autistic with complex communication support needs.

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It was important to us and his sister that he continue in supported living in his own flat and that he was involved in recruitment of his team of Personal Assistants, who were to be employed by Croydon Mencap. This partnership has enabled him to genuinely lead on planning his life and he continues to expand his experiences and opportunities as a man not needing to rely on a younger sibling or family member to keep him healthy, active and safe. He dances the night away at Club Soda events, goes to concerts with his gig buddy, volunteers regularly at the Wildreness and sees his family for social occasions and days out. The Individual Service Fund has benefitted him and his sister and they can now spend time together like other siblings do.

We are constantly learning and improving our approaches and are now opening applications for our second Individual Service fund. If you are interested, please contact Emily@croydonmencap.org.uk

Our Objective 3 To provide advice, information, and support to parent carers including, advocacy, information, signposting, training, peer support.

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Family Advocacy Support Team

In parntership with Carers Information Service and Mind in Croydon and funded by Croydon Council, our warm and friendly family advocacy team continue to support unpaid carers in the borough of Croydon. We speak to many carers who are feeling frustrated, lonely, isolated, or worrried about the person they care for and are in need of support to navigate these complex situations they find themselves in.

'It is really reassuring to know that there are people who truly understand our difficulties and are willing to help. I have some new friends’

‘Since my daughter was 5 years old Croydon Mencap has been in our lives to now, 16 years on. ‘They always support me and help resolve any issue I bring before them’

100% of people when asked ‘How likely are you to recommend our FAST service’ replied ‘extremely likely’. Nea Parents and carers of children with a learning disability, additional needs and autistic children from birth to old age received support from Croydon Mencap Family Advocacy and Support Team

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Parents and carers group Elevensies continues to be successful and a ‘much needed’ weekly online event as stated by the carers. It is carer-led where they discuss a multitude of topics but above all support each other and several have formed firm friendships with one and other.

Support for Unpaid Carers

The team have signposted carers to the following resources in the borough:

Carers assessments: Carers Information Service Safeguarding assistance: Croydon Council EHCP information: SENDIAS Drop-ins Counselling referrals: MIND and bereavement counselling Early Help referrals

Legal advice: South West Law Centres and Access Social Care

The team have supported carers by:

Assisting with correspondence and meetings with social services, education and housing

Collaborating with Simon Robson, Director of Adult Social Care, to address complex cases and reduce legal intervention.

Community Hub support:

The team have a weekly presence at Thornton Heath Hub, which provides a one-stop support environment with various service providers.

An example of recent advocacy and advice at the hub was for a family from Pakistan with a child with Down Syndrome, a joined up approach assisting with benefits and housing support together with other support providers at the HUB. For more information about community hubs please go on to Croydon Voluntary Action Website: www.cvalive.org.uk

The team have facilitated Talking Points:

A platform for carers to engage with Council officials, with ongoing support from service heads to resolve complex, emotional cases, enhancing the support for carers and their families. We are now exploring a partnership approach with social work team managers by working together proactively on complex cases.

Chill and Chat

Croydon Mencap supported 48 families via our very busy, informative, helpful and much needed toddler group. The group is a source of information, a place to exchange ideas, share concerns, and learn of upcoming courses and activities. Families also support and inform each other about other available professional services. Parents / carers also exchange toys, cloths, prams, cots, etc. We have held 46 toddler groups, 40 zooms as well as making phone calls to parents/carers to introduce and inform them about the group. We have arranged 12 picnics. These sessions gives the siblings of our supported children the chance to meet other children with additional needs.

We also have a WhatsApp group with 50 parents/carers in it, which is very active.

We have two wonderful volunteers, Malcolm Bush and Susan Squibb who have contributed an incredible 266 volunteer hours between them. We had several visits to the group from Portage, Speech and Language therapists, representatives from the Carers Centre, Councilor Jason Cummings and Natasha Irons MP for Croydon.

We successfully moved the group to Mallings Close Children’s Centre in April 2024. We would like to show our heartfelt appreciation to Croydon Council for hosting this wonderful group at no charge. Also thanks the Children’s Centre and manager Jenny Gabriel.

Spotlight

Our Chill and Chat Co-ordinator has supported parents whose daughter has a diagnosis of Prader-Willi, which is a very rare syndrome. 6 years ago we supported another child with the same condition so we contacted the parent and invited her to come to the group to meet the other parent, leading to a very positive meet up. The parents exchanged ideas, photos, concerns and information on the syndrome. The parents are still in contact to date.

Another parent who is a single mum with two daughters aged 10 and 1, the younger daughter has Down Syndrome and they live in one room. Through the group we were available to facilitate the needs of the family, supporting them with clothes, toys, a push chair, a cot, and other baby supplies. The Mum was so happy to receive this assistance. This is what the group is all about: caring and sharing.

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Early Positive Approaches to Support (EPATs)

With funding via Royal Mencap and in collaboration with Kent University, Croydon Mencap is dedicated to advancing research that highlights the positive effects of supporting parents with preschool children with information and advice from the very start.

The E-PAtS Parent Support Programme addresses key areas where families of children with learning disabilities often require assistance, such as challenging behaviors and sleep issues.

Croydon Mencap is seeking to recruit 50 families for a Randomised Control Trial (RCT) in collaboration with the research team from Kent University and Royal Mencap.

Croydon Mencap has successfully recruited five trainers to lead eight training courses over the next two years. We are truly excited to contribute to the ongoing development and research

aimed at supporting families at the beginning of their journey in becoming parents to children with learning disabilities.

Future Plans for Carer Support

We continue to work with carers, the council, NHS and Voluntary Sector to develop the next Carers Strategy.

The All Age Carers new contract will be commissioned by the council to start in April 2025 and Croydon Mencap will be applying for this contract in Partnership with the Carers Information Service and Mind.

Our strategy conversations will include looking at support for families and carers and how Croydon Mencap can develop in this area.

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Our Objective 4

To support existing volunteers and to increase the number of volunteers where possible

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Volunteer Buddies

The council funding for Volunteer Buddies came to an end, however we worked incredibly hard to secure this wonderful project into the future. We are very grateful to The National Lottery who have funded this project for a further 3 years! With its new Coordinator, Gifty, there are lots of plans in the making. We continue to support existing volunteers in their placements, and we are growing more opportunities. Watch this space!

There's been lots of research about the effects of taking part in social and community life. Some studies have shown that people who help others are more likely to rate themselves as happy. We are forever grateful to local businesses, groups and Charities who allow adults with learning disabilities to volunteer, use their skills and have purpose in their lives.

The overall aim of this project is to recognise and build upon the extensive skills and qualities that people with a learning disability have but do not have the opportunity to exercise due to prejudices or lack of support.

Tapping into these talents and giving people the opportunity to meet their potential also works preventatively in building and maintaining their wellbeing.

A big thank you to one of our new parnters: Holmesdale community garden. Above you can see us building flower crates and watering the plants, thanks to Ian for this opportunity to volunteer with the community garden

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We supported 11 people into volunteer roles

Volunteering offers a multitude of benefits, not only providing economic value for Croydon Mencap but also enriching the lives of the volunteers and the individuals who directly benefit from their efforts.

Our committed volunteers possess a diverse range of skills and enthusiasm. Many balance their volunteer work with various paid roles, such as business analysts, IT professionals, and teachers. We also have a retired police officer who generously dedicates his time to families participating in Chill and Chat. Croydon Mencap is immensely thankful for their contributions.

This year, we received a three-year Lottery grant to enhance our Volunteer Buddies Program, which will allow us to expand our volunteer capacity and support.

Noteworthy highlights from this year include supporting our first Social Work student during a 40-week placement. And the operations lead Emma at the Enterprise Lounge has welcomed placements with Croydon College, Carshalton College and Roehampton University.

Additionally, we were fortunate to collaborate with Pilot Light, an organization that assists charities in addressing critical issues by leveraging the expertise of business professionals. We will be engaging in a thorough exploration of volunteering strategies through their Pilot Light Impact Day and participating in the Pilot Light Insight program, a six-week support initiative.

Our Objective 5

To maintain and continue to develop user involvement in all aspects of Croydon Mencap’s work.

Working at Croydon Mencap

All teams at Croydon Mencap are empowered to make direct decisions that reflect the needs of individuals with learning disabilities and their families. We are dedicated to ongoing training and development for our teams in key areas such as decision-making, financial management, marketing, service development, project planning, and data collection. We have flexible working practices including working from home where possible, support colleagues who have caring repsonsibilites and supporting colleagues who are experiencing menopause.

Croydon Mencap is proud to hold the accreditations of Croydon Good Employer and Disability Confident Employer, and we uphold our commitment as a London Living Wage Employer.

We provide an Employee Assistance Programme that offers our staff access to counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, financial guidance, and a wellness app.

For our training requirements, we partner with Open Future Learning, and we plan to explore coaching sessions for our colleagues next year.

“Working at Croydon Mencap really helps me manage my work/life balance”

“I find working at Croydon Mencap very fulfilling. Working with children with additional needs, everyday I learn how the children cope with their needs and how the parents/carers are so passionate about giving the best they can to their children. I have always enjoyed coming into work . The staff and trustees are so caring and easy to communicate with”

“I enjoy working with the members, every day is different. Nothing is too difficult for them, they’re always trying and they support and help each other, I love their enthusiasm and witnessing the depth of some of their relationships”

Working at Croydon Mencap as an Autistic person

My name is Emily Oakhill and I have been working at Croydon Mencap for nearly 3 years. I started out as a coordinator for the Out and About Service now I’m Projects Lead and my job involves everything from organising holidays for our Support to Live member, database and IT management, media and marketing, right through to directly supporting members on outings. I have always enjoyed working with people with learning disabilities, the reason I ended up getting diagnosed with autism in my 30's was because I saw so much of myself in the autistic members at

Nottingham Mencap, where I used to work. My diagnosis freed me to forgive myself for being “weird” and “messed up” my whole life. I was able to look back and see that I was just an autistic person, struggling to hide and mask myself in a society that wasn’t built for someone with a brain like mine.

Croydon Mencap has been a brilliant opportunity for me to learn, grow and develop myself both profesionally and personally. Most of my life I have been scared to ask for reasonable adjustments but working here I feel supported to do that. Minor changes to my work and hours makes a huge difference to me. In many ways being autistic helps me do my job - I can hyper focus which means I can be very productive, I am empathetic, offer a unique perspective, whilst challenging autistic stereotypes (I am NOT good at Maths!) and I often have a deeper understanding of how our autistic members communicate and feel. The downsides, brain fog, being overwhelmed, sound sensitivity and exhaustion are largely mitigated by reasonable adjustments such as flexible working hours, people turning the music down a bit and being able to ask for things to explained in a different way without fear of judgement.

I love my job but it can be demanding and use a lot of energy so I appreciate Croydon Mencap’s flexible approach and understanding and embracing of my differences.

Structure, Governance & Managament

Governing Document:

The organisation was founded under a memorandum of association that established the objects and powers of the organisation. It is controlled by its governing document, the memorandum and articles of association, last amended on the 29th March 2021 and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.

The charity is governed by the board of directors, who are also trustees. The board is made up of a maximum of 11 trustees. They have a number of scheduled meetings each year. The trustees are elected at the Annual General Meeting by the membership, although the board also has the power to co-opt trustees during the year.

Reserves policy

The charity seeks to maintain an unrestricted reserve at all times of a minimum of 3 months up to a maximum of 6 months of the anticipated future expenditure of the charity under free reserves. If there is any disruption to funding the charity is able to continue to opperate for this peroid whilst it resolves funding issues.

This allows for staff, volunteers and beneficiaries to be assured of a reasonable continuity of the operation and their services.

The level of reserves required to achieve this range currently has been calculated to be in the region of £165k minimum. This figure has been disclosed separately as the operating reserve on the balance sheet and in Note 20 to the financial statements. This amount is considered sufficient to cover the level of reserves required by the reserves policy of the charity.

The Trustees may choose to set aside funds in a designated reserve for on-going/future projects, to ensure financial viability for the life of the project.

The trustees review the level of reserves quarterly based on a risk analysis methodology, while the reserves policy is reviewed yearly and are considered appropriate for the level of operations.

At the end of the financial year, total funds were £575,421 of unrestricted funds, which includes both the £165k free reserves and value of the property purchased.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

Board members are recruited via advertising on Charity Jobs, our newsletter, word of mouth and appeals generally, especially when a specific role, such as that of Treasurer, is required.

All prospective board members are invited to discuss the work of the charity with the Chair and Chief Executive and to ask any questions relating to the organisation and their role and responsibilities within it.

All Board members are encouraged to join 1 of the Board’s task focused working groups, thereby extending their involvement and developing their knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting the day-to-day operations and challenges.

All Board members are elected at the Annual General Meeting by the membership.

Induction and training of new trustees

Persons wishing to join the Board of Directors/Trustees will be provided with information about the charity and attend an interview with the Chair and Chief Executive of the Board. They will also be given the latest Annual Review and Annual Report and Financial Statements, plus the Memorandum and Articles of Association, structure of the organisation and an overview of the way in which the organisation works, as well as publications by the Charity Commission on the role of a trustee and good governance.

All Board Members are elected at the Annual General Meeting by the membership, although they may attend as a co-opted member prior to an AGM being held. Anyone may stand provided they are a member of Croydon Mencap and can comply with the Charity Commission requirements of their status.

Organisational structure:

The Articles of Association govern Croydon Mencap

The organisation is managed by a Board of Directors who are also Trustees Working groups made up of a few members of the Board, are tasked by the Board for a specific, time limited purpose and report back to the Board as necessary Decisions on policy and financial matters and other issues, which will have a significant effect on the organisation, are taken to the main board to be discussed and ratified.

The Chief Executive, in liaison with the Chair, manage operational and
day to day issues
The operational managment is lean due to the size of the charity however this is
under constant review.
The financial controls in place are appropriate to the size of the administrative
staff

The services of Peninsula for HR continue to provide advice and relevant information on all HR issues. During the year Peninsula was also engaged to audit our Health and Safety legislation, carrying out an audit and producing an action plan. Croydon Mencap have contracted with them to provide information, advice and the necessary knowledge to ensure that Croydon Mencap is compliant with all aspects of Health and Safety legislation and employment law.

Pay policy for senior staff

The Board of Directors give of their time freely and no director received remuneration in the year.

The pay of the senior staff is reviewed annually and normally increased in accordance with average earnings.

Wider network

Croydon Mencap is one of the largest charity working the field of learning disability in Croydon. Croydon Mencap is an autonomous organisation and has its own board. It is affiliated to the national body, Royal Mencap Society and subscribes to the same brand and core values.

Related Parties

Currently, the Chief Executive serves on various council-led boards alongside other charities, engaging residents with learning disabilities, parents, and caregivers in discussions. Discussions include supporting good mental health, fitness, secure housing, and establishing high-quality support and support networks.

Through our partnership with the Learning Disability Alliance and the Learning Disability Partnership Board, we are amplifying the strategic voices of carers and residents with learning disabilities, advocating for equal representation at a strategic level. This year the CEO has actively supported the development of the Carers Strategy and Learning Disability Action Plan.

Risks:

Croydon Mencap faces one major external risk in the 2024/2025 financial year:

1. Croydon Mencap Parent Carer Services

Historically, we relied on eight different funding sources for our support of parent carers, most of which concluded at the end of March 2022 followed by March 2023. For 2023/24, we have secured a one-year extension from Croydon Council funding; however, we expect the contract to be put out to tender towards the end of 2024 for future statutory carer services starting in April 2025. We continue to explore alternative ways to support these activities in the long term.

Strategy:

In 2024/2025, we will reassess our approach by consulting with stakeholders, individuals with learning disabilities, and their families to determine our focus moving forward. We will gather data to inform our next three-year strategy.

This strategy will evaluate areas where we need to expand or reduce our offerings if they are no longer needed.

The Board will prioritise listening to the perspectives of individuals with learning disabilities and their carers, considering the following key areas:

Growth of Social Enterprise: Social enterprises prioritize the interests of people and are driven by social or environmental missions, reinvesting profits to create positive social impacts.
Developing Services for Young People: Are their enough holiday clubs or youth clubs tailored specifically for children with learning disabilities in Croydon.
Funding: Creating a compelling case to attract support from local businesses and donors.
Enhancing Bespoke Support Options: Increasing our Individual Service Funds and one-on-one support services.

Pathways into Employment.

Summary of Income and Expenditure

For the full Independent Evalcuation of our accounts please request a copy or see our website ‘Annual Report Appendix: Independent Examination of Accounts April 2023 to March 2024’

Summary of Income and Expenditure Proportions of £739,439 income received April 2023 to March 2024 4% 2%2% Support Services & Projects Donations & Legacies Renting Office Space Investment Income Proportions of £782,000 Expenditure April 2023- March Charity Infrastructure 37Yo Enterprise Lounge 32% Carers Support Services IIYO Support to Live 8% Partnerships 4% Out and About 3.5% 37% li Volunteer Buddies 1.5¥0

Financial Landscape

Historically, the council has provided Croydon Mencap with funding for non-statutory projects and infrastructure support, which we appreciated. However, we have shifted our expectations regarding financial assistance, recognizing the council’s fiscal situation. Currently, we manage two contracts with the council in collaboration with the Carers Information Service and Mind in Croydon, which accounts for 10% of our total funding.

We are thrilled to have secured a one-year extension for both contracts for 2023/2024, while also collaborating with the council to develop the new Carers Strategy. This strategy will guide future commissioning plans for carers in the borough. Croydon Mencap, Carers Information Service, and Mind intend to apply for the upcoming contract after 2025.

We are delighted to announce that this year we received a three-year grant from the Lottery to support our Volunteer Buddies project.

Furthermore, we are pleased to share that Croydon Mencap has secured a significant one-year grant from the NHS, which commenced in February 2024. Leading a collaborative bid, Croydon Mencap aims to enhance mental health and well-being by offering cooking, walking, and community craft activities alongside local charity Good Food Matters and Knowledge Skills and Practice CIC.

We have meticulously reviewed our service costs and taken necessary steps to adjust prices when required, while actively fundraising to keep costs as low as possible, ensuring accessibility for all participants.

The Statement of Financial Activities indicates a net deficit of £41k for the year 20232024, which is explained below.

The charity remains dedicated to its core program of support within the learning disability and autism community in Croydon, consistently operating various clubs and initiatives throughout the year. The overall deficit for the year was primarily attributed to costs related to dilapidations in our planned exit from the head office at Portland House, as well as expenses linked to the acquisition of our day center, which was finalised at the end of March 2024. Nevertheless, the charity maintains a robust fund balance to align with our reserves policy and fulfill future charitable goals.

Total income reached £741,000, marking an increase of just over 27% from the previous year.

Charitable expenditures amounted to £782,000, which, while you would expect an increase, did not rise at the same pace as income due to achieving several objectives around infrastructure efficiencies.

Despite the financial implications of acquiring a building and the dilapidation costs from vacating another, we managed to limit spending significantly by achieving several objectives around infrastructure efficiencies.

The income surge primarily stems from new grants that have positively impacted various service areas, including support and advice, outings, social clubs, our Volunteering Buddies program, EPAtS delivery, and new health improvement initiatives. These grants were awarded by the Department for Education, Royal Mencap Society, National Lottery Community Fund, and the NHS.

4% of our income was derived from donations, an area the charity is eager to expand. We sincerely appreciate everyone who chose to support Croydon Mencap through their contributions.

The year-end reserves balance stands strong at £651,000 which includes the value of the building but adequatly covers 3 months operating costs should funding become an issue.

Investment Powers and Policy:

The trustees, considering the liquidity needs of the charity, have maintained available funds in various short-term interest-bearing deposit accounts, striving to achieve the highest possible return on these deposits.

At year-end, total investment income was £17,330 (2022/23: £7,262).

INDFPENDF.NT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF ,CROYDON MENCAP Independent exaniiner's report to the Iruslees of Croydon Mencap ('the Company,) I report 10 the cljariiy Irusl¢¢s on rny exaniination of the accounts of the Company for Ilie year ended 31 March 2024, Responsibilllles and bas&$ of report As Ilie charity's trnstees of tlie Company (and also ils dir¢clors for Ihe piiry)oses of company lais,) you are respoi)sible foi. (he preparniion of Ilie accoiints in accordance i%'ilh Ilie requirements of th¢ Coinpanies Act 2006 {Ilie 2006 Act,). Havtng salisfied myself thai ihe aCClnIS of Ihe Conipany are not required 10 be audiied linder PArt 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independenl exanjinalion. I repoi1 iii respect of m), exaiiiinalion of yoiir charity's a¢coLiiils as CilTied 0111 iiiJdeT Sectioii 145 of Ilie Charities Act 2011 ('Ihe 2011 Aci,). In carryiiig out illy exaininaiion I l)ave folloived Ihe Diirciions given by th¢ Charity Conijiiission undei. Seciion 145{5) (b) of th¢ 201 l Act. liidependene examlner's sl&lenient Since your cliarity's gross iiicon)e ex¢¢ed¢d £250,000 yoiii. exaniiiier Must be a member of a listed body. I can confimi Iliai l an) qiialified io undcrtake Ilie exaniinaiion becaiise l am a member of the Institute of Clianered A¢couniants of Scoiland. Ivhich is one of Ilie listed bodics. I have completed my exaniinalion, l ¢onfirn) Ihal no niallers have coii)e to my altenlion in coiinection i%iih the exaininalion giving me cause to believe: a¢¢ouniing records ivere not kept in respecl of ilie Company as required by Section 386 ofihe 2006 Act; or the ac¢oiinis do not accord ii'ilh tliose records: or the accoiiiils do not comply ivilli Ihe accoiijiliiig requireiiienis of Section 396 of the 21)06 Aci other than any reqiiiremenl Ihal Ihe Accoun give a true and fair vieiv ivhich is not a inatler Considered as part of An iiidei)CTideiil exailiinalion; or lh¢ nccoiints have not been prepared in a¢¢ordanc¢ ii'ith Ihe melljods and Principles of lh¢ Staleiiieiit of Recoinmended Practice for ftccoiintii)g llnd reportiiig by chai'ilies (applicable to cliarili¢s preparing their accoiinls iii accordance ivith the financial Reporting Staiidard applicable in th¢ UK and Repiiblic of Ireland (rRS 102)). liave iio con¢ems and Iiave come across iio other malleis iji coniiection ivilh Ihe eXa11a¢10n to ivhich attention should be drail'n iii ihis report in order lo ¢iiable a proper underslanding of Ilie ac¢oiints to be rea¢hcd. Dr Sliona r Wardrop C.A. Ilie Insliliile ofciiariered Accouniants of Scotlaiid Chariol Hoiise Liiniied Clifirlered Accounlants 44 Graiid Paiide Bri&liioii East Siissex :. BN2 9QA Date: .9.112124

TATF.MFNT OF FINANCIA ACTIVITIES INCORPORATIIYG AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUN FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 2024 Total fuiids 2023 Total ruiids Unrestricted fuiids Property Fund Restricted fuiids Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMEIYTS FROM Donalions aiid legacies 6.177 25,566 31,743 60,766 Charitable activltle5 Direcl chariiable aclivilies 489,372 192,847 682,219 505,527 Other trading activili¢s Inveslmeiil iiiconie Olher income 8,147 17,330 8,147 17,330 8.375 7,262 Tot81 522 418 218413 740831 581818 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable aetivlties D1cl chariiable aclivilies Siipporl ¢OSIS 59.5,123 183,760 778,883 2.940 674,049 2.400 Total 598 063 183 760 781823 676 449 NET INCOME/(EXPF.NDITURE) Trgéiislers b¢liveen fun(Is (75,645) 410000) 34,653 (40,992) (94,631) 20 410000 Net iiiovenienl In funds (485,645) 410,000 34.653 ,(40,992) (94.631) RF.CONCILIATION OF 101111 funds brouglii fonvard 651.066 40,684 691,750 786,381 TOTAL fuNDS CARRIED FORWARD 165421 650 758 691750 The iiotes forni part of Ihesc fiiiaiicial sialements

CROYDON ENC BALANCE SHEET 31 MARCH 2024 2024 Toial funds 2023 Tolal fiinds Unresti'icled fiinds Property Fiind Restricted funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangjible assets 14 83,247 410,000 493,247 116,834 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors liiv¢stineiits Cash at bank and in hand 15 16 25,130 3,137 295 404 25,130 3,137 370741 40,736 388,562 194 873 323,671 75,337 399,008 624.171 CREDITORS Anioiinls falliiig due ivithiii one year 17 (207,239) (207.239) (49.255) NET CURRENT ASSETS 116432 191769 574 916 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 199,679 410.000 75,337 685,016 691,750 PROVISIONS FOR LIABILITIES 19 (34,258) (34,258) NET ASSETS 165421 410000 650 758 691750 FUNDS Unr¢stricied fiinds: Gei)ei'al fiiiid Operalilig reserves Desiujnaled fLind - dilapidalions Capilal Purcliase Resei've Property Fund 20 16,117 149,304 57,504 2,000 5,IX)O 388,-$62 410 000 575 421 651066 Restricted t"unds'. Nalional Loltery Coniiiiuiiity Fiind Voluiileer biiddies Royal Meiicap - EPAls Delivery DIE Pareiit Participation Local Otycr Pareiil Carer Assessinents NHS Health liiiiovalioi)s Fund Royal Mencap Guardians of Ihe Iiilernel 29,919 7,230 105 10,535 24,306 2,695 547 5,843 10,535 24,306 75,337 TOTAL FUNDS 650 758 691750

ROYDON MENCAP BALANCE SHEET- eonllniied 31 MARCH 2024 The charitable conipan). is entitled to ¢x¢inpiion from aiidil under Section 477 of tlie Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 Mai-cli 2024. The n)en)bers liave iioi requiitd the conipany lo obiain an audil of ils financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024 iii a¢¢ordan¢e iyiih Section 476 of tlie Conipaiiies Act 2006. The trnstees acknoivledge their responsibilities for (a) ensiirii)&i Ilial the cl)arilable compan), keeps accounting records ihat coniply iviih Seclions 386 and 387 of the CoTI)panies Act 2006 and (b) prepai'iiig financicll slatement5 Ivhich give a tni¢ and faiT vieiv of tlie state of affairs ofihe charitable coiiipan>' as at Ihe eiid of each fin<illckal year and of ils SLirplus or deficit for each finaiicial )'eai- accordance ivith the reqiiireineiils of Sectioi)s 394 aiid 395 aiid ivliicli oiherivise coniply iviih ilie reqiiireinenis of tlle Coiiipanies A¢1 2006 relaling ¢0 financial statements, so far as applicable 10 the charitable company. These fjiiancial statements hnve been prepfir¢d in accordance i%'iih ili¢ pix)visioiis applicabl¢ lo charitable ¢ompanies subjecl lo the siiiall coii)paiiies' reginie. Th¢ Iinaii ial staleiiients ivcre approved by Ihe Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on ..u. / I,I.Izo.LW .... aiid Ivere si8iJcd on lis belialf by: J W K i¢iiiilia-Cooper - Ti'iislee lkne notes fomi part of tliese fin)cIal Stat})entS

CROYDON MENCAP CASH FLOW STATF.MEIYT FOR THE YEAR F.NDED31 MARCH 2024 2024 2023 Notes Cash nows from operating Activities Cash generated froin operations 183,327 27,119 Net cash Provided byl{used in) operating activities 183 327 Cash floiys froni Investing aclivitles Plirchase of tangible fixed assets Sale of langible fixed assets (li)creas¢)IDecrease in long tenn funds Iiilerest received (411,606) 1,392 385,425 (7,004) 158.971 Nel cash (iised in)Iprovid¢d by investing activities 159 229 Cliange In cash and cash eqiilvalents in Ilie r¢poi'tiiig period Cfish an(1 ensh eqiiivAlenls xt the beginiiiiig of the reporliiig period 175,868 132,110 194 873 Cash and cash equivalents at tlie end of tlie reporlliig perlod 370741 194 873 Tlie notes fonn part of these financial stalement5

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE CASH FI,OW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 RECONCILIATION OF NET EXPENDITURE TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES 2024 ,2023 Net expendilure for the reporting period (as per the Statement of Flnaiicial Aclivities) Adjustmenfs for: Depreciaiion cl)arg>es (Profil)1105s on disposal of fixed assets Iiiteresl received Provision for liabilities Dccrease in debiors Increli se in credilors (40,992) (94,631) 35,193 (1,392) (17,330) 34,258 15.606 157984 35,116 (7,262) 22,346 Net ¢hsh provided byl(used in) operations 183 327 27 119) ANALYSIS OF CHANCES IN NET FUNDS Al 114123 Cash flow At 3113124 Net cash Cash hi bank and iij hand 194.873 175 868 370741 194 873 175 868 370741 Liquid resources Dcposils incliided in cash Currcjil asset iiiv¢sliii¢nts 388 562 385 425 388 562 385 425 Total 583 435 209,557) 373 878 Tlie notes foriii part of ihese tinancial slalemenis

CROYDON MENCAP. NOTES TO THF. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARC14 2024 AccouKfJNG POLICIES Ba$5s of preparing the financial statenieiils The finaiicsal siaieiiieiiis of Ihe charilable coinpany, which is a piiblic benefit entity linder FRS 102, have been prepared in accordaiice ivilh the Charities SORP {FRS 102) 'Accounling aiid Reporting by Charities: Stnlemeiit of Recoiiiiiieiided Practice appliccible lo cliarities preparing iheir accounls in accordance iviih the Finc111cial Reportiiig Staiidard applicable in the UK ai)d Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective l Janiiary 2019),, Fiiiancial Reporting Staiidard 102 'The Finaiicial Reporting Standard applicable iii ihe UK and Republtc of Irelaiid, aiid the Conipanies Aci 2006. Tl)e financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The accoiints are prepared in sterling, wliich is the fiinctional currency of Ihe charity. Monetary amounls in Ihese financial stalements are rounded io tlie i)earesl £, Al the tirne of ipproving ihe financial statenients, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the cliartty has adeqiiate resources to conliniie iii operational existence for 11)e foreseeable futiire and on Ilial basis Ihe charity is considered to be a going concern. The Iriislees consider that there are no mftterial uncertainties aboui the charity's ability to conliniie as a goiiig concern. Income General All incoiiie is Tecogiiised in Ihe Sialeiiient of finni)cial Aclivilies once tl)e cliarity has entitlenienl to the fiinds, il is probable tliai Ilie incoine ivill be r¢c¢ived, aiid the aiiiouiit can be Iiieasured reliably. Incoine froIn governinent aiid other grai)Is, Ivliether 'capiial' granls or 'revei)ue' grants, is recognised ivhen the charity has eiiliilenienl lo ihe funds. any perforinance ¢oi)dilions altached lo tlie granis have been niel, il is probable that Ihe iiicoine will be CeiVed, aiid the aiiiouiil can be nieasured reliably and is iiot deferred. Volunlary incoine is received by ivay of doi)alioiis and gifts and is incliided in full in the statement of activilies Ivlieii receivable. Reveniie grants are credited to ihe statement of financial activities ivhen received or receivable whichever is earlier. Wliere unconditional eiililleii)ent lo granls receivable is dependent iipon fiiifiliiieiil of Condilioiis iyiihin the chai'ily's control, Ihe iiicoininLJ resources are recog?nised ivlien Iliere is siitficiei)t evideiice thal coi)dilioi)s ivill be niet. Where there is uiicertaiiity as to %vlieilier Ilie charity cali iiieet sucli conditions, tIK iiicoinin¥ resoijrce is deferred. Income generaied froiii the siipply of goods or services is iiicluded in tlie slateinent of financial aclivities in Ilie period in ivhich the siipply is niade. Interest receivable Inlerest on fuiids lield on deposit is included iihei) receivable and Ihe aii)oiiiit cali be iiieasured reliably by the charity" this is iiorn]ally iipoii notification of tlie interest paid or payable by the Bank. continued...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE fiNANCIAL STATF.MFNfS- coiltiniied THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continiied Income Donated services or facilities are recognised as income ivhen the charity has control over the lien) or receive the service, any conditions associated ivilh the donated ilein have beeii Inel,the receipt of ecojioniic b¢n¢fit from iise by the chariiy of the item is probable aiid that econoinic beiiefil can be ii)easiired reliably. lil accordance ii'iih the Cliai'iliLs SORP (FRS102), volunleer tune is nol recogi)ised so I'efer lo tl)e trustees, aiinual report for iiiore infonnatioji on ilieir conlribiilion. Oli IEceipi, doi)aled services 1¢ nd facilities are recogi)isd 01) Ihe basis of the valiie of the g)ifi lo Ilie cliarity ivl)icli is the <11110unt Ilie cliarily ivoiild have been iirilliiig to pay to obiaiii sei'vices or facilities of eqiiivalenl ecoiioinic benetit on the open inarket. a CO¢SpOndI1]g an)ouiil is then recognised in expenditiire in Ilie pei'iod of receipt. Eypendltiire General Liabilities are recognised as expenditure 85 soon 8s Il)ere is a legal or constnictive obligation committing tl)e charity to tlial expeiidiliire, it is probable that a transfer of ecoi)oiiiic benefits ivill be reqiiired in setileiiiei)t and the aiiioiiiil ot" the obligation can be ii)easured reliably. Expendiliire is accounted for oli ali accnials basis aiid has beeii classified iiiider headings that aggregate all cost related to Ihe calegoi.),. Where costs cannot be directly attribiiled io particiilar headii)gs, Ihey liave beei) allocated lo aclivilies oil a basis coi)sisleiit ivilli the iise of r¢soiirce5. Irrecoverable V A T is chaiged as a cost againsl the aciivity for ivhich tlie expenditiire ivas inciirred. Allocfition of s¢Jpport costs Resoiii'ces are alloc<ilecl 10 the particiilar activlty ivliere Ilie c05t relates directly io tliat activily. Support costs are the fuiiclioiis that assist the ivork of Il)e ¢liarity biit do not direcily undertake chai'ilable activities. Th¢ overall dIrtiOn and adinii)istralion of each aclivity, coniprising the salary and overhead costs of th¢ cenlral functioi), is apportioned based iipon the level of resoiiree reqiiired to siipport each aclivit}'. Governance costs are the costs relicted iviih ihe governance amiigenients of the charity. Thcse costs are associAled iviih coiisliliitioncll an(1 slatulory, requireniciits ai)d ijiclLide any costs associaled iyiih Ihe slric te&ij¢ nianageiiieiil of ihe charity's activities. Oi)erAtSng leases Reiilal cliarges are charged on a straigl)t-line basis over the lenn of the lease. Tangiblc fixed assets Expenditure on fixed assets above the value of £500 are capiralised. All fixed assets are initially recorded at cosl. Assets are revieived for iimpairinent if circiiinslances iiidi¢ate iheir carryiiig valiie inay exceed their iiel realisable valiie aiid valLie ii) Llse. Deprecialioii is provided al rates calciilaled to ivrite doivn the cosl of each assel less its residual valit¢ evenly over its estiniilted iisefiil life on the folloiviiig bases,. Fixtures and filliiigs Motor vehicles Leaseliold iiiiproveiiiei)ts 250/0 Slraiglii line 200/0 Siraighi line Over tenns of lease coniiniied...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FIIYANCIAL STATEMENTS- continueqi FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - ¢ontinued Taxation The Cliarity is con5id¢r¢d to pass the tests set oiit in Paragraph I Schedule 6 Finance Act 201 O and therefore il meets Ilie defijiilion of a charitable company for UK Coryx)ralion Tax pury)oses. Accordingly, the Charity is potentially exempi from taxation in respect of iliconie oi. capital gains received ivithin Categories ¢ovcr¢d by Chapter 3 Part I I Cory)oralion Tax Act 2010 or Section 256 of Ilie Taxation of Charg¢abl¢ Gains Act 1992, to tlie extenl thai siich incoiiic oi. gains are applied ex¢lusivel>' lo charilable piiry)oses. Fund accounting Unreslricled fiiiids Can be used in accordaiice ivith the charitable objeclives al Ihe discretion of the trnstees. Designated fiinds are ui)restricted funds of the charity ivhich the Inislees hftve decided at their discretion to set aside to Ilse for a specific purpose. Reslricled fiiiids can only be used for particiilar restricted piirposes ii'iihin the objects of Ihe charity. Restriction5 aris¢ ivhen specified by tlie donor or i%'h¢ii fuiids are I'aised for parlicul¢ir restricted purposes. Further explanation of the i)aiiire and purpose of eacli fund is incliided in tlie i)otes to tlie financial statement5. Pension tosts and other post-retlremeiit beneflts Tlie cliarily operates a defiiied Colllribiilion pension scheme, Ivhich all eniployees are eligible lo join. The total, ainoiinl of Coiitributions recognised iii the statejnenl of financial aclivily are shoii'ii in iiole 9 and represent the einployer's conlribiition to ihe sclieme or to eniployees persoiial pension schenies. There ivere no outslanding or prepaid coiitribiilions al tlie l)alance sheet date and the cl)ai'ity ljas no liabilily under Ilie 5cheiiie otl)ei' Ihaii Ihe payiiieiil of iliose conlribulions. Invcstments CiirrLiII asset invesliiients represent casli on deposit ivitli a maliirity of six inonihs or niore froni the date of acqiiisition or opeiiiiigj of the deposit or siinilai. accoiiEIt. Cash at bank and in lianil Casl) al baiik and casli in huiid incliides casli and shorl terni higlily liquid inveslinents iyiih a short inaturity of three nionilis or less fron) Ihe dale of <lCqLiisilioii or opeiiiiig of the deposit or sin)ilar account. Debtors Trade aiid oiher debtors are recognised at Ihe setilemenl ainoiinl due after any trade discouiil is offered. Prepaym¢nts are valued al Ilie 1llnOUI)I prepaid iiet of any irade dis¢oiiiits due. Creditors and proi'isioii$ Credilors ciiid provisioiis are recognised ivhere Ille cliarits, has a presenl obligation resiiliii)g froin a pa51 eveni thai iyill pi'ob11 bly resiili iii tlie Irrf1nsfer of fuiids lo a third party aiid the aniouni diie io settle tl)e obligation cali be iileasiired or estiiiiated reliably. Creditors aiid provisions ar¢ i)oni)ally ircolIsed al their seltleiiienl ainoiint after alloiviiig foi. any trade discouiils due. conliniied...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEM NTS- continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED I MARCH 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - contiiiued Fillanclal Instriiments The charily onl), lias financial assets and fiiiancial liabilities of a kiiid thai qiialify as basic financial instnimenls. Basic financial inslrumeiits are inilially recognised al transaciioti value and siibsequenily nieasiired al Iheir selllemeni valiie iviil) Ilie exceptioii of baiik loaiis ivhich subseqiienilj. m¢asured al omorlised cost using Ili¢ elyeclive interest rate Imeihod. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES 2024 2023 Doiialions Gift aid Subscripiioiis 31.087 59.603 871 292 656 OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES 2024 2023 Renl received INVESTMENT INCOME 2024 2023 Deposit ac¢oiiiit iniere51 INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES 2024 2023 Activity Diiecl cliai'iiable aclivilies Direct cl)ai'ilable dClivili¢s l)irect ¢hai-il<lble aclivilies Direcl chai'ilable aclivilies Direct cli<l1-ilable aclivilies Direct cli<11'ilable aclivilies Siippoi1 cind advice Eiiterprise Louii¥e Granls Oulinsis and social cliibs Volunleerii)&¥ Biiddies EPAtS delivery, 131,156 387,588 70.280 32,222 47,315 71,716 360,107 9,900 28,769 35,035 682 219 505 527 Graiils received, iiicluded in the above, fire as folk)ivs,' 2024 2023 Ci-o)'doii Voliiiilar), Aclion Wii)lei' Engb1c geiiieiil grani Ro)'al Meiicap N14S14eallli liiequalilies fund NFIS 14ealili IIiiiov¥ilioi)s Flind Royal Meiicap Salurday Club 7,000 400 2.500 20.000 20,000 Carrted fonvard 42,500 9,900 coiiliniied..

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. _ eontinued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 3] MARCH 2024 INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES- Continued 2024 2023 Brought fornvard Royal Mencap Giiardians of the Internel LBC Childreii ivith Disabililies, Croydoii Aclive Voices 42,500 ,125 14,990 9,900 OTHER INCOME.. 2024 2023 Gaiii on sale of tangible fixed assets CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS Direct Costs (see note 8) Siipport costs (see note 9) Totals Direci chlrf ritable aciivities Support costs 778,883 778,883 2.940 778 883 781823 DIRECT COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES 2024 2023 Staff costs Protessional fees Preini5es cosls Insurance Training c051s Repaiis, iiiainl¢nance ai)d cleaniiig Travel OLII iiigs, Irips and activity costs Oftice c05t5 Publicity Olher costs Bank cliarges Coniniiiiiity Partner Dilapidalioiis Depreciation 459,443 1,245 73,585 6,948 9,457 18,207 456,236 7,778 68,572 5,952 5,403 11,458 12,303 14,850 33,311 2,318 20,381 371 21,746 5,025 18,8(N) 274 14,634 34,258 778 883 conliiiiied...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTF.S TO THF. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- contlnued ED 31 MARCH 202 SUPPORT COSTS Govemance costs Support costs Support costs. included in the above, are as folloiys: Goi'ernance cosls 2024 Slipp costs 2023 Siipport Costs Independent Examinef ren)uneTalion 10. NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) Nel incoiiiel(expeiidiiiirt) is Stated after cl)argingl(crediling): 2024 2023 Aiidil i fxaminerf reiiiuiieralion Ikpi'eciuiion - oii'ned asscls Siirpliisl(deficit) 011 disposal of red assels Operalin¥ lease reiiials - laiid And buildiiigs Opeialiiig lease rentals - other 2,940 35,193 (1,392) 52,084 2,400 35.116 52,520 TRUSTEF.S' REMUIYERATION AND BENEFITS There ivere 110 tnistees, remuneralioii or other benefils for ihe year ended 31 Mar¢h 2024 nor for Ili¢ y¢ar ended 31 Marcli 2023. Trustees, expenses Ther¢ ivere no Inislees, expeiises paid for Ilie year ended 31 March 2024 nor for tlie year ended 31 Marcli 2023. 12. STAFF COSTS. 2024 2023 Wages aiid salaries Social securiiy cosls Other pension cosis 425,146 26,130 421,277 26,323 4.$9 443 4.$6 236 Pensioii cosls ar¢ allocated beiii'eeii reslricled aiid iinreslricied fiinds in propoilion lo Ihe relaled Siaff cosls inciirred for h specific projeci. The Chil rit5, considers ils k'e), m1% nag>emenl personiiel to be Ihe Tiiislees ai)(I sei)ior iiiaiiilgieiiiei)I, bLing ilie CF.0 aiid F iiiaiice Maiiager. 'Flie lolal eiiiplo}'Le beiiL'fiis iiicliidiiig einplo)'ers Natioiial Iiisuraiice coiilribLilion lid peiisioii conlribiition iyas £92,947 beiiig tii'o slaff (2023.. £96,732 (111,0 slatl)). contiliued...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATF.MF.NTS - continu FOR THE YEAR ENDF.D 31 MARCH 2024 12. STAFF COSTS- contlnued The trustees liave considered Ihe level of holid1( y entitleinent carried fonYaNI ai Ihe year end and Iiave decided Ihat il is noi iiiatwial. An a¢ciNal has therefore iioi been made. The average iiioi)Ilily head coiint IV<iS 30 staff eqiiid iing to 16 fiill liine equivalenl (202.1: 30 staff, rrE 17). As all slaft. are involved in deliveriiib? or eiiabling) tlie delivery of cliaril£ible 11 clivilies, rfi11 sialy cosls are incliided in Nole 7 & Note 8 aiid are noi allocaled to support costs in Note 9. The average nionthly nuinber of employees diiring ili¢ year ivas as folloivs: 2024 13 2023 13 Cliarilable activities Support Governance 16 17 No employees rec¢iv¢d einolun)enls in excess of £60,000. 13, COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unreslrict¢d Pi'operty fiinds Fund Resiricied funds Total funds INCOME AND F.NDOWMENTS FROM Doiialioiis and legacies 12.321 48,445 60,766 Cliarit8ble Aclii'ities Direct charilable activilies 391,376 114,151 505,527 Other tradiiig activities Inveslinenl income Other iiicome 7,887 7.262 488 8,375 7.262 Total 418734 163 084 581818 EXPENDITURF. ON Cliarilxble Hc¢ii'ities Dii'ecl cl)arilabl¢ acliviti¢s Suppoi'l cost$ 501,644 172.405 674,049 Total 504 044 172 405 676 449 NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) (85.310) (9.321 } (94,631) RF.CONCILIATIQN OF FUNDS Total fiiiids broiigllil forii'ard 736,376 50,005 786,381 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 40,684 691750 continiied.

ROYD N MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL TATEMENTS- conlinu FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 14. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Improveinents to property Long leasehold leaseliold CC)ST Al l April 2023 Additions Disposals 179,874 94,246 410.000 At 31 March 2024 179 874 DEPRECIATION At l Apri12023 Cllarge for )'ear Eliniina¢¢d oil disposal 166,622 1,968 37,710 15,084 At 31 March 2024 168 590 NF.T IIOOK VALUE Al 31 MarLI12024 Al 31 Marcl) 2023 Fixiiires and rillin Motor vehicles Totals COST Al l April 2023 Addiltoiis Disposals 67,620 1,606 42,395 384,135 411.606 10200) 10200) Al 31 Marcli 2024 785541 DEPRECIATION Al l April 2023 Chargje loi. yeai. Eliii)inated on disposal 45.594 1,697 17.375 6,444 10 200) 267,301 3.S,193 10200) Ai 31 Marcli 2024 292,294 NF.T BOOK VALUE At 31 Mi1rcli 2024 493 247 Ai 31 Marcli 2023 25,020 116,834 continued...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- c FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 nlinued 15. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING Duf. WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade debtors Oilier debiors Prepaymenls 5,091 14,183 7.377 13,425 16. CURRENT ASSET INVESTMENTS 2024 2023 Close Brothers Treasiiry Deposil 388 562 17. CRCDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade creditors Social seclirily and oiher ifixes Olh¢r crLdiiors Accriia15 and deferred iiicome Accnied expen5 6,066 6,931 5,535 25,387 9.695 7,316 177.170 207 239 i& LEASING AGRÈEMENTS The chllrity's total fuliire mii)iinuni lease paymenis under noi)-cancellabl¢ operaliiig leases is as folloivs for each of the folloiviiig periods: Laiid & Eliiildiiigs Oilier l.ease5 Total 2024 Total 2023 Less Ihan l year 2-5years 8,000 1,420 776 9,420 77 53.940 19. PROVISIONS FOR LIAIIILITIES 2024 2023 Provisions coniiiilied..

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- continued FOR THF. YEAR F.NDFD 31 MARCH 2024 20. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Nel niovei)ient iii fiin(Is Trnnsfers belii'eeii funds At 3113124 Al 114123 Unrestrieted funds Geiieriil fiiiid Operaling reserves Desigiialed fund - dilapidations Capital Piiichase Reserve Property Fund 57,-$04 200,000 5,000 388.562 {41,387) 16,117 149,304 (50,696) 29.258 (388,562) (34,258) 410000 651,066 (75.645) 575.421 Restrl¢led fund3 Lottery. fiiiided Voliinleer buddies Ro>'al Meiicap - F.PAis Delivery DIE. Parenl Participalion Local Offer Parent Carei. Assessmeiils NFIS14¢alili Iiinovalions fiiiid Ro>al Mciicap Guardians ol. Ili¢ Iiitemel 29,919 7,230 (5,738) 29,919 7,230 105 10,535 24.306 2.695 547 5,843 10,535 24,306 2,695 547 40,684 TOTAL FUNDS 691750 40 992) 650 758 Coniiiiiied.

CROYDON MENCAP NOTF.S TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- co FOR THE YEAR ENDED31 MARCH 2024 inued 20. MOVEMF.NT IN FUNDS- contlnued Net moven)ent IJ? fiinds, included in lh¢ above are as folloivs: Incoming r¢soutces Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestricted fuiids General fiind Desigiiaied fund - dilapidation5 522,418 (563,805) 34 258) (41,387) 34 258) 522.418 (598,063) (75.645) Res(riete(I fiinds LBC Adiilis Carees Siipport Lotlery, liiiided Voluiiteer buddies Royal Mencap - EPAts Delivery DfE Parent Parlieipation NHS Heial Mencap Drama Sessions It F.nlerprise Loiinge Royal Mcncap Soiilh Nonvood Feslival Dodds Eiilerprises Si Johii's Chiirch, Sliirley LBC Cliildren i%'iih Disabijities 58,782 47.315 13,658 11,665 20,000 20,000 2,500 1,125 (58,782) (17,396) (6,428) (17,403) (20,000) (17,305) (2,500) (578) 29,919 7,230 (5.738) 547 1.462 1.350 25.314 252 (1.462) (1,350) (25,314) (252) 218 413 183 760) TOTAL FUNDS 740831 781823) 40 992) conliniied...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- c FOR EAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 ntinu 20. MOVEMF.NT IN FUNDS- ¢ontinued Comparotives for niovemenl In funds Transfers beiiveen fiiiids Inoveinent in fiiiids Ai 3113123 Ai 114122 Uiirestrieted funds General fiiiid Oi)eraiiiig reserves Design11 tcd fLiiid - dilapidat10115 CapilAI Piirchase Reserve 416,376 318,OC 2.000 (85,310) (273,562) (118,000) 3,000 388 562 57.504 200,000 5,000 388 562 736,376 (85.310) 651,066 Reslrl¢led funds LBC Adiilts Carevs Suppori Lollery fiinded Volunteer buddies Ro>'al Mencap Actlve Lives /Stricily Corne Walkiiig Ro).¢ l Meiicap - EPAls Deliv¢ry DtE Pareiil Participiilion Local Offer PaiL'iiI Carer Assessi?)ei)Is Eiilc4)ris¢ Lounge - Gardeniiig Grant 1,356 3,329 (1,356) (3.329) 6,509 84 3,663 10,535 24,306 223 (6,509) (84) 2,180 5,843 10,535 24,306 TOTAL FUNDS 786 381 94,631) 691750 coniiiiued...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THF. FINANCIAL ST ATF.MENTS - eonlinued R THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 20. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- eontlnued Coniparative net illoveinent iii funds, included in the above are as folloil's: Jnconiing r¢sourc¢s Resoiiites expeiided Movement iii funds Unre$lricied fiinds General fund 418,734 (504,044) (85,310) Restrleted funds LBC Rdiilis Carcrfs Support Lottery funded Volunteer buddies Royal Meiicap Active Lives Istrictly Conle W<ilkiiig Royal Mencfip - EPAls Delivery LBC Childr¢n iviili Disabilities DfE Pareni Participalion Enterprise Loiiiige Eiiterprise Loiinge - Gardening Grniit Croydoii Voliinlary Aclioi) N14S SWL MIND iii Croydon 58,782 35.035 (60,138) (38.364) {1,356) (3.329) 19,625 (26,134) (84) (14,990) (11,650) (488) (223) (11,911) (400) (6,509) {84) 14,990 13,830 488 2,180 (223) 400 172405 TOTAL FUND5 581818 676.449) 94631) coiiliiiued...

CROYDON MENCAP NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATF.MF.NTS- Continued, FOII THE Yr.AR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 20. MOVEMFNT IN FUNDS- Continued Purposes of Reslrleled Funds. Intomt Fiinds: Carer's Support - is a granl received froii) LB Croydon as part of tlie advlts Carer's Siipporl Paitnersliip aiid coniribLiles to Ihe salaries aiid ninning costs of providingi siipport services for carers, inclLidiiig ii'¢lf'al Meiicap all,aled a grniil loii'ards Thiiiniiig draiiia sessions at our Day C¢iiire. Salurda) Club - Royal Meiicap aivai'ded A girnnl to coiilribiile Ioivards Ilie ruiining costs of Olir Satui'day Cliib. Ro)'Al Mencap Gar{lIanS of lh¢ Inlernet - funding lo dellver oiiline slfeiy and Inedia Iii¢Ta¢y sessions in local schools. Roi'al Meiicap Soulh Nonyood Festii'al - graiit to siipport oiir Iiieiiibers Iwniiiiig 11)eir oivn stall ai ihe Soiitli Noni'ood rcslival, SI Johii's Cliureli, Shlrlei, a gYTaiil i01vrdS Ilie riiiining cOS of our Cliill aiid Clint sei'vice for parei)Is of¢liildren ivilli ddiiioiial needs froiii birtli lo age 5 years. Purposes of Uiirestri¢lt(l Fiiiids Tl)is tund represeiils 11)e ' free resei'ves, ufier alloivii)g for all designated fiinds. General Fiind - anyii)ii)bi above 0111. 4)peraliiig reseri'es DLsi8iialed l.'Iiiids - 'I'li¥ Openliiig Reserve liiiid is lield tts a vallie siifficieiit a5 a niiniiniiin 10 cover Ilii'e¢ 10 six ii)oiillis' operilliiig costs, major flLietLiaii017s iii iiicoine fi'oiii bLid&¥¢l, coniinb7eii¢i¢s for lon&i_ILnii coiiiniilii)enls aiid aily dLficil on reslri¢ied reserves diie lo over ¢onin)ilmenl or payinenl on Iliose proie¢is.

CROYD N MENCAP r40TES TO THF. FINANCIAL STATF.MF.NTS - continued R THF. YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 21. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There ivere no related party transaciioiis for the )'ear ended 31 March 2024. 22. LEGAL STATUS OF THE CHARITY Croydon Mencap is a charitable coinpany? limiied b>, giiaraniee, regisieRd in England and Wales, and has no share capilal. No one ineniber lias overall control of tlie coinpaiiy. In accordaiice iviih Clause l O of the Meiiiorandum of Association ever), meniber is liftble lo conlribule a sum up io £ l in Ilie eveiil of Ilie coinpai)y being) wound up. In Ihe eveiil of the coiiipaiiy being ii'oiind up any asseis reiii¢iiiiing, lifter the saiisfactioii of all Ihe compaii) s debis and liabilities. sl)all be giveii or Irai)sferred lo soiiie her ch&rilable iiisliliilioii or iiislilulioiis liaving objecls siiiiilar lo Ilie obj¢¢ls of ille cl)arily aiid i%,lii¢li prohibit Ihe disiribiilion of ils or their in¢onie aT)d property aniong ils nienibers. Tlie COliiP<lll) 5 regisiered i)uii)ber and regislired oifi¢¢ llddress can be found iii the 'l.egal and Administrativ¢ Infoniiatioii, seciioii ol. Ihe Iwslees, anllual report.

Looking to the Future .•jj. ti l]11 l[l-I i-

Is it possible for us to obtain funding for Youth Services in the borough?

Is it possible for us to expand our ‘Support To Live Service’ and Individual Service Funds?

How can we support adults with Learning Disabilities who no longer want to live with family?

How can we amplify the voices of individuals with learning disabilities at the board level?

What strategies can we implement to enhance our infrastructure support?

Independent Examiners

The Independent examiners, Chariot House Ltd, have expressed their willingness to continue in this capacity and will be proposed for re-appointment.

Approval

This report was approved by the Board of Directors and Trustees on 31/10/2024 and signed on its behalf by:

James Kiamtia-Cooper Chair of Board of Trustees

Do exerci5 be healt

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Table of Content 02 Introductions and Reflections

Introduction

Public Benefit:

Reflections on 2023/24

James Kiamtia-Cooper, Chairperson

Katherine Wynne CEO

Funders, donors and supporters

Katherine runs the Battersea Half Marathon

Localgiving donations:

Partnerships

Access Social Care

Learning Disability Alliance Croydon CIC

Croydon’s First Annual Learning Disability Carnival!

St Christopher’s Hospice

Croydon Active Voices

Enterprise Lounge

Statistics

Future plans at the Enterprise Lounge:

Spotlight

Monday Club

Out and About and Strictly Come Walking

Some of what we did this year!

Saturday Club

Aspirations for the coming year:

Spotlight

Support to Live

Family Advocacy Support Team

Support for Unpaid Carers

The team have signposted carers to the following resources in the borough:

The team have supported carers by:

Community Hub support:

The team have facilitated Talking Points:

Chill and Chat

Spotlight

Early Positive Approaches to Support (EPATs)

Future Plans for Carer Support

Our Objective 4

Volunteer Buddies

Our Objective 5

Working at Croydon Mencap

Working at Croydon Mencap as an Autistic person

Structure, Governance & Managament

Governing Document:

Reserves policy

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

Induction and training of new trustees

Organisational structure:

Pay policy for senior staff

Wider network

Related Parties

Risks:

Croydon Mencap faces one major external risk in the 2024/2025 financial year:

1. Croydon Mencap Parent Carer Services

Strategy:

Summary of Income and Expenditure

Financial Landscape

Investment Powers and Policy:

Independent Examiners

Approval