REGISTERED Col￿ANy NUMBER: 08341899 (England and Wales) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1151494 rt of the Trusiees and inancial lalem T th Year Ended 31 March 2025 Alc Gilroy & Brookes Accountants Limited Suite 15 The Enterprise Centre Coxbridge Business Park Farnham Surrey GUIO 5EH *AEA7pOIp* 0210912025 COMPANIES HOUSE A15 #153 are Limil Conlents of the Financial Statements arc 25 Page Report of the Trustees l. to 21 Independent Examinerfs Report 22 Statement of Financial A¢livities 23 Balance Sheet 24 to 25 Notcs to the Financial Statements 26 10 32 Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 33 to 34 And Al ort of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 'I'h¢ Directors/TNst¢es have pleasure in presenting their report and Financial Statem¢nts for the period ended 31 March 2025. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Company Registered number 08341899 (England and Wale5) Registered Charity number 1151494 Registered Office Suites G09 & GIO Part GTound Flwr Old Millmcad House MilimeadGuildfordEngland GU2 4BB Mrs R mcKe0￿ (appoinled 224)3-2022) and appoinied Chair 28-10-2023 Mr M Tasker (appointed 19-10-2019) Mr G Wilcomb (appointed 28-10-2023) Mr M Watren (appoinied 28-10-2023) s K Rivers (appointed 28-10-2023) Mrs W Coad (appointed 22-03-2022) Trustees Compauy Secretary Miss E Bassetl (appointed 01-04-2019 - retired 11-12-2024) Mr Marc Warren (appointed 11-12-2024) Independent Examiner Mrs Anna Coote MAAT Gilroy & Brookes Accountants Lid Chart¢r¢d Aceounthnis Suite 15 The Enterprise Centre Coxbridge Business Park Farnham Surrey Farnham GUIO 5EH Bankers HSBC Bank 6 Commercial Way Woking Surrey GUI 3UQ Approved by order of the board of trustees on 18th AugusL2025 and signed on its behalf by. MtE Reb￿ra MCK￿w￿. Chair Page I And Alcohol ca￿ Limited ort of the Trnstees arch 202 OBJEcrtVES AND A￿1VITIEs ORGANISATION & GOVERNANCE The Company w&8 incorporated on 27 December 2012 as a company limited by guarantee nol having any $hare capital. The Charity is conlrolld by its governing document. & deed of t￿$t. as defined by the Companies Act 2006. The Company was registered as a Charity wilh the Charity Commi5SiOD (Regisirotion Number 1151494) on 03 April 2013. The Diwectors arc charity Trustees &8 defin¢d by seelion 177 of the Charities Act 2011. Tnlstees and Associat¢ Directors are appoinied and voted into office by voting members of Sutrey DTU8 and Alcohol Limit¢d (SDAC) al the Annual General Meeting and seThe for a period of up lo three years. Tn￿l¢eS do not have any shares. TNstees consider Iheir training needs at le&8t once a year to ensure the effective governance of the charitable company and attend specific courses lo develop their compeiencies for their respective roles as deemcd necessary. Board meetings are held a minimum of six tirnes a year. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE, MANAGEMENT Chair.. Mrs R McKeown (appointed 28-10-2023) Company Se¢reiary'. Miss E Bassett (appointed 01-04-2019 - retired 11-12-2024) Mr Marc wa￿en (appointed 11-12.2024) Trustees: R MCKe0￿ (appointed 22-03.2022) Mrs W Coad (appointed 22-03-2022) Mrs K Rivers (appointed 28-10-2023) Mr M Tasker (appointed 19-10-2019) Mr G Witcomb (appointed 28-10-2023) Mr M Warren (appointed 28.10-2023) Treasurer Indepcndent Examin¢i: Anna Coote MAAT, SKS Gilroy & Brookes Accountants Lid, Suite I S, The Ente￿rise Centre, Coxbridge Business Park, Famham , GU105EH Bankers.. HSBC BanK 6 Commeff ial Way, Woking, Surrey, GUI 3UQ CHAJUTABLE OBJECTS The object of the charity shall be to relieve sickncss, partieularly amongsi persons $ufferin8 from addi¢tion to dN8s and alcohol in Surrey and Borders. It will do this particularly by.. l. Providing advice and guidance to substance u5¢rs and their friends and r¢lativ¢s. 2. To advance education on the hatmful effects of drugs and alcohol amongst young students ¢ngag¢d in full-tim¢ education in Surrey and to provide infomiation on how to engage with local NHS services. 3. To provid¢ advice and guidancc lo Ihose sufferin8 from m¢ntal health issues and those closely affected by Ihern. Page 2 Dni And Alcohol are Limite rt of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 MaT¢h 2025 4. To provide advice and guidancc for inlcresled professional$. 5. To collect and disseminate inforniation on all Matte￿ affecling Substance usc, particularly lo prevent subslancc. 6. To collect and disseminate infomiation on all matt¢rs affecting peoplc with m¢ntsl health issucs. 7. 1"'o rdise funds and invite contributions from any person or persons whatsoever by way of subscTiPtion, donation. and otbeNise provided that the organisation shall nol undertake any pennanenl trading activities in raising funds. 8. To do all Such lawful things shall ￿rther the objects of the organisatton. Chalr's Report- Surrey Drug and Alcohol C*re (SDAC) For the Year Ending 31 March 202S It is Pd privilege lo present my second report as Chair of Surrty Drug and Alcohol Cwe (SDAC). having taken QD this role in O¢iob¢r 2023. This past year has been a time of deep reflection, renewal, and adaplalion across Ihe charity, as we continued to navigate rising necd and considerable pressure across the h¢alth and care landscape. Despiie these challenges. our ommitmenl to providing free, confidential, and noD-jUd￿nental support for Ih05c affected by substance us¢ and mental health cone¢rns in Surrey has never wavered. I remain inspired by lh¢ dcdicalion, S￿.11, and hurnjnity that underpin all thai SDAC does. Whether answering a call ai 3 am, delivering trauma-infornied counsellin8, or WTitin8 # grant application late into the evening, everyone in our community plays a part in helping people feel less alone. We have responded to rising needs in our communities, navigaled staff, and structural changes. and worked hard lo keep our ser4ices open in an increasingly challenging funding landscape. l extend my deepest thanks lo our siaff, volunieers. Trusiees, and supporters-this year has not been easy, bul d¢spile the pressures, wbal remains constant is the spirit of SDAC-our unwavering commitment to people affected by substance use and mental health issues, and our detem)inalion lo ensure Ihol help is availabl¢ when it's needed the most. Extendlng Our Reach: 2417 Support One of the most significant developments this year was th¢ suc¢essfvl implemenlalion of an oul-of-hours call handling service. meaning we are now available to support people 24 hou￿ a day, 7 days a week. This h&8 allowed us lo respond lo incr¢asing demand, particularly from those in crisis outside of typical working houT5 and remains one of our most important commilments.. lo be the￿ whenever someone needs us. Oper*tlonal Change and Reslllenee In May 2024. we restnictured our adminislralive team from A single Coordinator model to a threc-person job share-a move aimed at increasing flexibility and consistency. we'￿ grate￿1 to Emma. Josh, and Sa8ar. who supported us during this time of ¢han8e. As the ycar progres5¢d, we welcomed our new administrative team-Laura and Tariq-who have already shown exceptional commitment and care. While still setibng into their ro1¢5, they've stepped inio a fasi-paced environment with positivity and professionalism. We thank them for all they have done and continue to do. This h&$ been a challenging period of change, but also one that has presented opportunities lo review and strengthen some of our internal processes. layin8 the foundation for greater stability and clarity going forward. Su$talned Cllent Impact Our Telephone Counselling Service (TCS) remains 3 comerslone of SDAC'S work. Over the past year, we have supported ov¢r 500 clients, delivering over 7,000 counselling sessions. However, this does no¢ include the additional sessions that ¢ounsellor5 provide for those attending group therapy 5¢ssion4 3-month check-up calls. and calls made daily lo clients (lo those most vulnerable but counsellors do not charge for. Counsellors made over 4.000 of these types of calls to ensure that Ih¢iT Clients have the besi opportunity for suc¢ess. Many of these indivithials were ￿a¢hIng out for support for the first time. Page 3 And Alcoh I imit rt of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 Key oulwmes include.. 870/0 of clients referred required no further support following counselling sessions or went into our appropriate groups. Improvements reported across emotional well-being. physical health, self-care, relationships. and self*sleem. . In¢TeasiDg engagement from families. couples. Signifi￿nt others, and people bereaved by addiction Our Bool Camp and Boot Camp Recovery Groups, grounded in the 12 Steps, foster a powe￿1 sense of connection and accountability. For many, these 8roups have been a lifeline-a steppin8 Stone lo long-terni recovery. re¢onn¢clion with loved ones. and renewed hope, Evolving Sptti*li$¢ SÈrviees We have continued to deliver and grow a range of specialist services. including.. .A People on Probation programme, offering Irauma-infomied therapy to those rebuilding their live5 after pri50n. Ongoing facililaiion of our Drug-Relaled Deaib and Non-Faial Overdose groups. which provide unique, compassionate support to thos¢ grieving compl¢x and traumatic losscs. These services are designed with and for people with lived experience. They reflect our belief that every voice matters-and Ihat healing musl happen within understanding communities. Governance and L￿dershIp This year saw continuiry within our Board of Trustees. While MaTC Warren joined in 2023, this year marked his first fiill reporting period as Tr¢asurer, duTill8 which time he has bTousht rigour, clarity. and voluable insi8ht lo our financial oversisht. His input has been vitAI in r¢finin8 our reporting 8nd forecasting processes, particularly as we face An increasingly difficult funding environrncnt. We also continue lo benefit immensely from the dedication, wisdom, and long-standing service of Mike Tasker, Giles Witcomb, and Kay Rivers-all of whom bring unique Stren￿h$ and unwavering cornmitmenl to the governance of SDAC. Mike Tasker has provided steady, thoughtfijl overstght to our governance processes and continue5 to bring calm assurance and valuable perspective lo Board discussions. His anenlion to detail, especially in operational iniegnry, ensures ihal we remain ttol only compliant but ¢OrnP8s$ional¢ in how we deliver Servi￿5. Giles Witcomb, one of our longesl-serving Tnlstees, has been a consistent and tswsted voice al SDAC. His insight into the chariry's history and evolution is maiehed by a forward-looking mindset that helps us balance our values with the changin8 ne¢ds of those we support. Gilcs's wunsel is always ¢lear, ¢onsid¢red, and rooted in ¢are for both our peopl¢ and our PUry)05¢. Kay Rivers brings energy, compassion. and a powerfvl sense of accountability to the Board. She is deeply attuned io the human side of governance. constantly reminding us of the lived realities behind the data and championing th¢ well_being of both staff and S￿l¢C users. Her input has been particularly important during limes of organisalional change. We also extend our sincere thanks to Greg Poulier and David Kerr, who stepped down from the Board during the year. Greg's long-standing involvemeni with SDAC has been marked by deep loyalty and commiknent, while David brought valuable insight into ¢oTpornte enga8¢menl and fimdrdising during his time with us. W¢ are in¢r¢dibly gratefi]I to both for their dedication and support during their tenure. Together, Mike, Giles, and Kay represent the heart of SDAC'S Board culture.. principled, generous, and comrnitted to ensurin8 th¢ Charity continues lo grow withoui ever losing sight of why we exist. Their support and gwdance this year have been invaluable, and l am extremely grateful to serve alongside them. With Special Th4nks Page 4 urre DTU And Alcohol Care Limited ort of the Trustees for the Year Ended l March 2025 This Chai¢s Report would not be ¢omplet¢ without a heartfelt tribute lo Wendy Coad, fornier Cbair and our ongoing TCS Services Manager. Wendy is the bealin8 heart of SDAC-her leadership is quiet but p)werful, RTounded in care. experience. and a deep understanding of what people in crisis truly need. Throughout this year, Wendy has continued to bold multiple roles, supporting staff and volunteers, ensuring the quality of our service delivery, and helping to shape the strdlegic direction of our telephone counselling and group support WOTk. Her ability lo r¢main calm and considerate under pressure i$ nothing short of extrdordinary. She has mentored new team members. guided volunteers. supported vulDerdble clients. and Temained unwavering in her Commitment lo ensurin8 SDAC remains a safe, twsted place for all. Wendy embodies everything that SDAC stands forqcompassion, clarity, commilment-and we are deeply indebted to her for all sbe bas done and continues to do. Fln•nelal Posldon and Fundlng In an environment where demand continues to rise and fiindin8 remains scarce, SDAC has worked hard io maintain service delivery across all programmes. Wc closed th¢ year with reserv¢s of £60.231, a vital safeguard in an increasingly volalile landscape. We are grateful lo the funders ¥nd supporters who havc stood by us this year. including.. . The National Lottery Awards for All Sackler TTU$i . Bo￿ow$ Charitable Tjust . Sutrey Polic¢ and Crime Commissionevs Community Safety Fund These granls and donations have helped us maintain and grow essential services. including our domestie violence counselling, significant others group, and Boot Camp pro8rnmrnes. Refle¢tion$ and Looklng Forward This yegr h85 not been without struggle. Keeping all our services running hAS required consiant focus. creativity, and compromise. But being a small, agile chanty means we ean adapt qutckly lo Jdv¢rsity. make decisions swiftly, and remain trnly person