1974
ATV who produced the TV series Crossroads donates £10,000 to start a pilot scheme in Rugby to support carers in a practical way
1979
Crossroads expands, creating regional schemes throughout the UK. A pilot scheme begins in Belfast
1980
The pilot scheme becomes a full time service to provide home based respite care across Northern Ireland
1994
Crossroads Young Carers project begins in Northern Ireland to support children & young people who are caring on a daily basis
1996
The 14 Schemes in Northern Ireland merge to become Crossroads Caring for Carers (NI) Ltd
2007
Crossroads partners with BMA Northern Ireland & The Big Lottery Fund
2009
Crossroads celebrates 30 years supporting carers & those with care needs throughout Northern Ireland
2010
Crossroads launch a Young Carers Survival Guide to help them through everyday life as well as emergencies
2011
Crossroads Activity & Sensory Room in Belfast opens to provide a safe & stimulating environment for children with additional needs
2012
Crossroads In Your Prime Project launches to support older people who suffer from loneliness & social isolation
2015
Crossroads celebrates 21 years supporting over 3000 young carers across Northern Ireland
2017
Crossroads Caring for Carers (NI) Ltd changes to Crossroads Care NI & rebrands to help raise awareness & support for their work