REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER . 04465478 (ENGLAND & WALES) REGISTERED CHARITY 1093472 Report of the Trustees & Financial Statements for the year ended 31 Pljarch 2025 for SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS (A Charltable company limltsd by guaranteo)
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL ST Forthe Year Ended 31 March 2025 ENT Pages Report of the Trustees 2to5 CEOIChair R8POrt for 202412025 Independenl Examinerfs Report statement of Financial Activities 6t07 Balance Sheet 10t011 Notes to the Flnancial Statements 12to18
SLOUGH CROSSROAOS-CARING FOR G4RERS REPORT OF THE T USTEES For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 The trustee$, who also serve as directors of the charity under the Companles Act 2006. present this report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025. This report has been prepared in accordance with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities using the Finan¢lal Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). INTRODUCTION The 2024r25 period has been a year of both challenges and achievements. Despite financial pressures and operatlonal changes. Crossroad5 Care Slough remans steadfast in Its mission to support carers and those who need care. The year was marked by resllience, adaptability, and commitment to providing high-quality. liferyenhancing care services. We extend heartfelt thanks to our staff. trustees, supporters, and the rerS and families vtho place thelr trust in us. Together. we have navigated difficulties and continued to make a meaningful difference In the Slough communty. OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Crossroads Care Slough is dedicated to supporting carers and the cared for through tailored, high- quality servlces. Objectives andActlvlll•s Deliver tailored respite and specialSst care serwices, Includlng support for demenla, end-of4tle care, and complex needs. Develop care plans allgned with CQC starKlards, regularly monltoring qualty through client feedback and satisfaction Surveys. Foster cornmunity partnerships and engagement to enhance service delivery and raise awarenes8 of carers, needs. Continuously adapt and Innovats services to address changing community needs and trends. Thesa combined effort5 ensure that Crossroads Care Slough remain5 a trusted, reliable lifeline for carer3 and their familles. ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Gharitable Actlvities Throughoul the year, Crossroads Care Slough contlnued to provide vital resplte care to aase Ihe burden on unpald carers within the community. Key Achlevements Adaptation to the new Slngle Assessment Framework. ensurln9 compliance with updated regulatory requirements. Submissicn of a tender to SBC to be included on the preferred providers list strengthening our community presence and diversfying our customer base once again. Expansion of e-leaming for staff training. covering essential topics sud) as safeguarding, medication management. and speciallzed areas like dementia and mental health. Commitment to Quallty Achieved a 'Good" rating in our most recent CQC inspection, demonstrating our commitment to regulatory compliance and high-quality care. Conducted annual qualty monitoring through questionnares and face-ttrface reVIev to ensure our seprfices meet the needs of carers and their loved ones.
SLOUGH CROSSROADS-CARING FOR CARERS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 FINANCIAL REVIEW Financial Management and Sustainability Desplte significant financial challenges, Crossroads Care Slough has prioritized maintalning financial stability while ensuring service continuity. No rate uplift was received from Slough Borough Council (SBC) during the year. despite increased costs due to National Minimum Wage. Nl, Pensions. related increases and rising utilities. SBC ceased the majority of referrals and removed most care package5. leaving Crossroads Care Slough to heavily subsidize re for the remaining council cllents. De5Plte these challenges. the Management and Trustees have ensured the chartys stablllty and continuty by Implementing prudent financial Strategies and effectively utilizing wor*lng capltal to sustain the delivery of high-quality care services. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE, AND MANAGEMENT Govomlng Document The charity operates under a deed of trust and Is a compary limited by guarantee under the Companies Act Governance and Ovorslght The Board of Trustee5 oversees the strateglc direction of the organlzatlon, meeting regularly to revlew operational and tinancial reports. Trustee meetings ensure inlormed decision-maklng and adherence to governance best practices. Rlgk Managemont A comprehensive rlsk regi8ter is maintained and reviewed to address potential risks proactively, ensuring the safety of clients and operational contlnuity. Staff and Trustee Support Staff well-being and development remain priorities. th investh)ents In professional tralnlng and support systems. Trustees are provided with inductton materials, training opportunitles, and ongoing 8UPPOrt to effectively fulfil their roles. PUBLIC BENEFIT AND IMPACT Crossroads Care Slough continues to meet the definitlon of a public benefit entlty under FRS 102. The charitys acllvities have had a SIgnant Positive impact on the Ip4e5 of carers and their famllles. providing them with resplte, peace of mind, and improved quality of life.
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES or the Year Ended 31 March 2025 LOOKING AHEAD Our goals for the coming year include: Expanding our reach to support more carer5 in Slough through strategic recrulbnent and partnership developmenL Exploring opportunities for innovation and collaboration to enhance ow seTViCèS and dlversify our income streams. Continuing to advocate for f8ir funding to reduce the financial burden on the charfty and ensure sustainable care services frjr our cgmmunity. THANKYOU The past year ha5 been challenging but rewarding, and we are deeply grateful to our community, staff, trustees, and partners. Together. we remain committed to maklng a lasting dtfference in th8 lives of carers and those they care for. Trlsh Young Chlef Executive Officer Jackie Yokota Chair of the Board of Tru8tee8
LOU SROADS- Rl FO For th Y88r de 31 March 2 REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Reg18t8r•d Company numb8r 04465478 (England and Wales) Registered Charlty number 1093472 Reglstèrod offic8 The Comer House 254a Famham Road Slavgh BeFkGhlre SL14XE TrustQeA R Mlle5 8 H4rdlng J LYseightoft8s D Bhaskaran J Yokota Independont Examlner Rumman Saeed 29 South Loop Parf( 8160AF Bimlngham UK 2S Approved by order of the board of Irusiees on ...,...... ....... ....,,..._....and slgngd on Ils bohalf iackle Yok¢la- Chair of Boaril
SLOUGH CROSSROADS-CARING FOR CARERS CEOIChalr Raport for 202412025 Dear Friends and Supporters, The 2024125 year has been both demanding and rewarding for Crossroads Care Slough. At a time when many organisations have been forced to reduce their presence, we have remained a steadfast lrfeline for carers and those they care for across our community. Thanks to the unwavering commitment of our staff. trustees, volunteers, and supporters, we have continued to deliver essential respite and specialist care services that bring dignity, reassurance, and practical help to families. One of our proudest achievements this year was securtng vital funding at critical moments. The £15,000 core cost grant from the Garfield Weston Foundation provided immediate stability when pressures were at their highest. Toward the end of the financial year, we received a three-year £90,000 National Lottery Community Fund grant to part-fund our Community ConneGt- Empowering Lives Together programme. This support not only strengthened our finances but allowed us to look forward with confidence, knowing we can expand the reach and impact of a project that is already bringing people together and tsckling isolation. We also successfully tendered for SBC Adult Social Care serrfices an important step toward ensuring that our experience and high standards remain part of the local care framework. However, the continued delay in signlng the contract, coupled wtth Slough Borough Council's ongoing removal of care packages and the absence of new referrals, has created uncertainty and placed added pressure on our resources. Rlsing costs-from National Minimum Wage increases to utilities and insurance-have further tested our resilience. These challenges are real, but they have also demonstrated the strength and adaptability of our team, who have responded with professionalism, compassion, and creatrvity to ensure that families were not left without support. This year, we were particularly pleased to complete our Cyber Essentials certification, strengthening our digital security and demonstrating to partners and families that their data and prFvacy are protected to nationally recognised standards. We have also continued to invest in staff development and trustee support, recognising that their skills, wellbeing, and commitment are at the heart of everything we achieve. Looking to the future, we are optimistic. We will use the Community Connect programme to bring even more carers and vulnerable Tesidents together, reducing isolation and providing meaningful respite. Wewill continue to advocate forfairfunding and transparent commissioning, while also diversifying our income streams so that no single funding source can jeopardise our ability to serve the community, We will invest in technology, training, and community partnerships to ensure our services remain robust, responsive, and ready for the years ahead. Above alf, we remain deeply grateful to our stsff and trustees for their dedication, to our supporters and funders for their trust, and to the carers and families who invite us into their lives. Together, we will meet the challenges ahead with the same resilience,
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS faith, and hope that have carried Crossroads Care Slough through another year of service. Thank you. Trish Young Jackie Yokota Slou Chief Executive Officer Chair of the Board of Trustees
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS Inde endent ExamTnerfs Re ort to the Trus ees of SLOUGH CROSSROADS - CARING FOR CARERS Independent 8xaminorfs roport to tho tfusteos of SLOUGH CROSSROADS . CARING FOR CARERS Ilhe Company.) I report to the charity trustees on my examinatlon of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and basls of report As the charills trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law), you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordan with the requlrements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 ACV). Having sat15fied myself that the accounts of Ihe Company are rK)t required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are ellgible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examlnation of your charlvs accounts as caled out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (Yhe 2011 Aci,). In carrying Out my examinatlon, I have ft)Ilowed the Dlrections given by the Charty Commlssion under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner's ststement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connectlon wlth the examination glving me cause to belleve: accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as requlred by Sectron 388 of the 2006 Act. or the accounts do not accord wlth those records; or the accounts do not comply with the accounting reqUirnents of Section 396 of th9 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which Is not matter consldered as part of an independent examination; or the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charitie8 (applicable to charities preparlng thelr accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)). I have no concerns and have come across no olher matters in connection with the examlnation to which attention should be dfawn in th58 report in order to enable a proper understanding of the a¢¢ounts to be reached. Rumman Saeed F.C.CA The Associatlon of Chartered Cerbfied Accountants 29 South Loop Park B160AF Birmingham UK Date,. 16...L.,...l.2oLr
SLOUGH CROSSROAD5-CARING FOR CARER5 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 31.3.25 Unrestricte d Funds 31.3.24 restricte d Fund 31.3.23 Unreslricts d Funds 31.3.22 Unrestricte d Funds Note INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donation8 & Legacies 698.79 115 213 27,786 Charltsble actlvlti08 Local authority contractsl Spot purchases 45,397 57.035 147,595 195,538 SBC Children's Trust 42.551 32,941 18,033 14.922 Prlvate clients 28,721 44,212 14,044 22,613 Dlrect payrnent providers 53,551 56,052 32.604 13,872 Day club 22.844 23,386 9,290 2,450 other Income 15,01)0 462 Investment Income 9,277 1.086 1,795 43 Total 218.040 214.827 223,574 277,706 EXPENDITURE ON Charltable actlvlti88 Other Income 12,655 21,842 119,869 44,135 Care support 100.171 104,565 108,800 other 124,281 124,140 99,357 110.156 Total 237.107 250,547 219.226 263,091 NET INCOME (19,067) (35.720) 4,348 14.615 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 254,384 289.198 284,848 270,233 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 235,317 254.476 289,196 284.848
SLOUGH CRO55ROADS- CARING FOR CARERS BALANCE SHEET at 31 March 2025 31.3.24 Note Unres cte Unres ' d Funds d Funds 31.3.23 restricte d Funds 31.3.22 restricte d Funds FIXED ASSETS Tanglble Assets 241 579 917 967 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at the bank and In hand 90,180 162.733 66,094 201.057 51,177 250.435 86,945 228,997 252.913 267.151 301.612 315.942 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year -17,837 -14,255 -13.333 -32,061 NET CURRENT ASSETS 235 076 252,897 288,279 283 881 TOTAL ASSET LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 235.317 253,476 289,196 284.848 NET ASSETS 235,317 253.476 289.196 284 848 FUNDS Unrestrlcted funds 235,317 253,476 289.196 284,848 TOTAL FUNDS 235 317 253,478 289 196 284,848 The charitable company Is entitled to exempb't)n from audit under Section 477 of the Companles Act 2008 for the year ended 31 March 2025. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The trustees acknowledge their responsibilitles for ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and 2. preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the ¢haritable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Seckn'ons 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply wilh the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financlal statements, so far as applicable to the charitsble company. io
LOUGH CROSSROADS~ C These IInanoal stalem8nts have been prepared In accordance with the provlslons appllcablg to charltable companle8 subkct to the small companys regimè. Th8 flnanckl s t8ments were approved by th8 Board of Trus18es ertd aulhoiized far Issue o and were slgned on Its bBhalf ty. Jackle Yokota- Chalrof 8oard
SLOUGH CROSSROAD5-CARING FOR CARERS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL ST TEMENTS For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basls of preparing the financial statements The financial statements of the charitable company. which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 1021.Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance wlh the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019), Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006, The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Flnancial reportlng standard 102- reducad dlsclosure oxémptions The charitable company has taken advantage of the following disclosure exemptions In preparing these financial statements, as pemiitted by FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,: the requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows. Income All incoming resources are included on the Statement ol Financlal Activities when the charitable company is legally entitled to the income, any perfomiance conditions attached lo the income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received, and the amount can be measured reliably. Where income relating to future periods is (1Ved in advance, or income relating to payt periods is received in arrears. such amounls a held as deferred or accrued income accordingly. Grant income, whether capital or revenue grants, is recognized when the charfty has entitlement to the funds, any performance o?nditions attached to grants have been met, it Is probable thal the income will be received. and the amount can be rneasud reliably. Expendlturo Llabilities are recognized as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measure reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accrual basis. All expenses including support costs and governan Gosls are allocated or apportioned to applicable expenditure headings. Resources expended compromise: Cosly of charitable acuvities - chartlable acttvities as disclosed in the SOFA are as follows., expenditure on charltable activates and other resources expended. The costs of charitable acttviltes include direct expenditure. The acLx)unting trealments for these are as follovts., Costs dlrecUy allocate to activities- the charitable acfivities flow from the charity's vision and purpose, which are highlighted in the Trustees, Report. Support costs allocated to actÈvities heading. represents those items not falllng into any oth8r 12
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARER5 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL ST TEMENTS- CONTINUED For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued Expendlture Operating leases and commltrnents All amounts paid for goods fd serrfices under operating lease5 are recognized as expenditure over the lrfe of the lease and are induded within expenditure in the period to which they relate. Tangible fixod asgats Depreciallon is provided at the followlng annual rate8 in order to write off each assel over Its estlmated useful life. Ftxture8 and flttlngs 20% on cost Taxation The charity Is exempt from corporatlon tax on its ¢haritabl6 activltles. Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectlves at the discretion of the trustees. Restrlcted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes wEthin the objects of the charity. Restrictlon5 arise when specffied by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the note8 to the financlal Statements. INVESTMENT INCOME 31.03.25 31.03.2 31.03.2 31.03.22 Interest CeIvable- tradlng 9.277 1,086 1.795 43 NET INCOMEIIEXPENDITURE) Net incomel (expenditure) is stated after charglngl (crediting): 31.03.2 31.03.25 31.03.2 31.03.22 Auditors fee8 Depreciation- owned assets 338.25 535.00 335.00 1,875.00 3.274.57 338.00 Deficit on disposal of fixed assets 214.00 344.00 427.00 13
SLOUGH CROSSROADS-CARING FOR CARERS NOTES O THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- CONTINUED For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustses, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024. Trustees, expons88 There were no trustees, expenses pald for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES 31.3.25 31.3.24 31.3.23 Unrestricte Unrestricte Unrestricte 31,3.22 Unrestricte Funds Funds Funds Funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 699 115 213 27,786 Charltablo actlvltles Local authority contractsl Spot purchases 45,397 57,035 147.595 195,538 SBC Children's Trust 42.551 32.941 18.033 14,922 Private clients 28.721 44.212 14,044 22,613 Dlrect payment provider3 53,551 56,052 32,804 13,872 Day club 22,844 23,386 9,290 2,450 Other Income 15.000 482 Inve8fment income 9.277 1,795 43 Total 218,040 214.827 223 574 277 706 EXPENDITURE ON Charltablg activities other Income 12.655 21,842 119,869 44,135 Care 8UPPOrt 100.171 104,565 108,800 other 124,281 124.140 99,357 110,156 14
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- CONTINUED For the Yea Ended 31 March 2025 COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES 31.3.25 31.3.24 31.3.23 31,3.22 Unrestricte Unrestricted Funds Unrestrtcted Unrestrtcted Funds Funds Funds Total 237.107 250.547 219,226 263,091 NET INCOME -19.067 -35.720 4,348 14,615 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 253,47 289.19 284.84 270,233 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 234,409 253,476 289,196 284,848 TANGILBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures an flttlngs COST At 1 Aprtl 2024 Addillons Disposals 1,691 At 31 March 2025 1.891 DEPRECIATION At 1 April 2024 Charge for year Elimlnated on Disposal 1,112 338.25 At 31 March 2025 1.450 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 2025 241 At 31 March 2024 579 15
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARER5 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEME or the Year E ded 31 March 2025 TS- CONTINUED DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALUNG DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 31.3.25 31.3.24 31.3.23 31.3.22 Trade debtors Prepayments 87,363 2.817 66,095 SO,792 385 86,484 481 90,180 66,095 51.177 86,945 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 31.3.25 31.324 31.3.23 31.3.22 Trade creditors Social security and other taxes Other creditors Accruals and deferred income 2,346.11 -86 261 4,671 2,568 193 24.629 1,997 1,923 10.420 421 491 15.000 581 12,070 17,837 14,255 13,333 32,061 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net Movemen At At At 1.4.23 31.3.24 In fiJnd8 31.3.25 Unrestricted fund8 General funds 289.196 253.478 -19,067 234,409 TOTAL FUNDS 289,196 253.476 -19,067 234,409 Net movement in funds. included In Ihe above are as follows: Incoming resources ' 24 Resource Incoming resources ' 25 Movemen expended in funds Unrostricted funds General funds 214,827 218,040 -237.107 -19.067 TOTAL FUNOS 214.827 218.040 -237.107 -19.067 16
SLOLJGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR CARERS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STA For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 EME S-CONT NUED MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued Comparativos for movement in funds Net Movemen At At At 1.4.22 31.3.23 In funds 31.3.24 Unrestrlcted funds General funds 284.848 289,19 -35.720 253.47 TOTAL FUNDS 284.848 289,19 -35.720 253,47 Comparative net movement In funds, induded In the above a as follows., IrKoming resources ' 23 Incoming resources ' 24 Resource Movemen expended in funds Unrnstrfcted fundB General funds 223 574 214,827 -250,S47 -35,720 TOTAL FUNDS 223,574 214.827 -250.547 -35,720 A current year 12 month5 and prior year 12 month8 cOMne position Is as follows: Net Movemen At At At 1.4.22 31.3.23 In funds 31.3.25 Unrestrlctod funds General funds 284,848 289.196 -54.787 234.409 TOTAL FUNDS 284.848 289 196 -54,787 234,409 A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combine position net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources ' 22 Incoming resources ' 23 Resource Movemen Expended in funds Unrestricted funds General funds 277.706 223,574 -278.361 -54,787 TOTAL FUNDS 277 706 223 574 -278,361 -54,787 17
SLOUGH CROSSROADS- CARING FOR G4RERS OTES TO THE INANCIAL STATEMEN For the Year Ended 31 March 2025 - CONTINUED 10. RELATE PARTY DISCLOSURES There were no related party tranSaOnS for the year ended 31 March 2025. 18