## **ALL THE OTHER LUCYS ANNUAL RETURN to 31 December 2021.** 

## **1. Background** 

All the  Other Lucys (ATOL) was  set up in 2017 to help address what happens  to  the  increasing  number  of  children  that  are  diagnosed somewhere on the Autistic spectrum each year. They are usually provided with some form of care and schooling during their early years through to early adulthood and perhaps initial work experience. 

For many that provision then falls away at a time in their lives when they might be a small step from reaching a sustainable level of independence and self-sufficiency. They may have to give up any thought of even limited employment or living on their own. As a result perhaps as many as 80% of adults with Autism are not in the workforce. But it has been estimated that more than one-in-five would find a far greater level of self-actualisation with a job and the sense of usefulness that an occupation provides. 

To meet this demand ATOL was set up to provide: 

- Managed  accommodation  for  small  groups  of  young  adults  with autism and/or learning disabilities 

- Access to fulfilling and meaningful local employment 

- 24/7 care and supervision 

Four  to five  young  adults  would be  offered accommodation, care  and support in a house provided by ATOL who would also make arrangements for  suitable  local  employment.  A  number  of  houses  would  then  be developed with central support provided to the network. 

While ATOL may provide advice and guidance on funding, the residents would be expected to secure their own Benefits provision themselves and otherwise provide their own funds. It was expected that each house would become self-financing from funds provided by the residents and would 



make a contribution to the costs of the small central management and support network. 

## **2. Trustees** 

The following served as Trustees during the year: 

|Bridget Wood|appointed 26 April 2017|Chairman|
|---|---|---|
|Robin Gisby|appointed 26 April 2017<br>Treasurer||
|Sarah Speake|appointed 27 Nov 2017||
|Mel Eggleton|appointed 27thFeb 2019|Secretary|
|Jo Adams|appointed 4thJune 2019||



The Trustees have previously noted that both Bridget Wood and Jo Adams are each a parent of a beneficiary of ATOL and that they would keep under review any potential Conflict of Interest. 

## **3. Developments during the period to 31 December 2021** 

Having been established shortly before the start of Covid 19 pandemic ATOL has emerged in in good shape. The operation at Fairport House is working  well.  The  tenants  are  content  and  secure  and  the  quality  of support has been recognised by others. 

Once again the Trustees are particularly grateful for the hard work of Steve Dawson, General Manager, and his excellent team of support staff. 

During the year the level of activities was expanded in preparation for the next stage of ATOL’s development. This will include CQC Registration and providing support for more tenants by taking on a second property. 

## **4. Financial Performance** 

ATOL started the year with a balance of £41,152. The financial performance compared with the previous year is set out below. 




The  variances  in  Care  and  Other  costs  are  largely  due  to  timing differences  and  some  changes  in  activity  during  Covid.  The  financial statements are being recast for 2022 to reflect the expanded operation. 

A cashflow statement is at attachment 1. 

## **5. Current position** 

ATOL is now ready to develop its operating model further in the Yeovil area. It may add a further tenant to the current house while also securing a further property for three to four tenants. 

To  help  support  these  further  developments  the  Trustees  have  been delighted to welcome Dave Sweet as an additional Trustee as he has a wealth of relevant experience. 


Robin Gisby Treasurer 15.10.22 



## **Attachment 1** 

**ALL THE OTHER LUCYS** 

Cashflow statement for the year to 31.12.21.