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CrossReach (Church of Scotland Social Care Council)

Impact Report 2024/25

CrossReach is the operating name of the Church of Scotland Social Care Council, one of Scotland's largest not-for-profit social care providers. Founded in 1869, CrossReach delivers over 65 services through more than 1,800 staff, supporting older people, children and families, people with mental health problems or addictions, and those experiencing homelessness. With annual expenditure of approximately £46 million — principally funded through local authority contracts — CrossReach operates across Scotland from urban centres to rural communities.

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Residential and day care for older people; children and families support; alcohol, drug and mental health services; homelessness support; learning disability services; counselling; community outreach

Key Metrics

Key Metric 1 Over 1,800 staff delivering 65 services across Scotland
Key Metric 2 Annual expenditure of approximately £46 million, funded primarily through local authority contracts
Key Metric 3 Services span Children and Families, Adult Care and Older People Services across Scotland

Key Outcomes

  • One of Scotland's largest and most diverse not-for-profit social care providers, with over 150 years of experience
  • Services fill a vital role between private and statutory sectors, offering person-centred care across urban and rural communities
  • Funded principally by local authorities with less than 1% from the Church of Scotland; donations and legacies provide additional vital support

Geography

Scotland

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