East Sussex Recovery Alliance Registered charity number 1179560 Financial Statements for the period 1 April 2023 31 March 2024 Page Contents Organisational Infomation Trustees Annual Report Receipts & Payments account Sialement of Assets & Liabilities Note5 Independent Ex8minerfs report 3-12 14 15 16 Haslings Voluntary Action Jackson Hall PortLgnd Place Hasb'ngs East Sussex TN34 IQN
East Sussex Recovery Alliance Organisational Information for the year ended 31 March 2024 Full name: East Sussex Recovery Alliance Other name5 by which the charity is known: ESRA Registered charity number.. 1179560 Principal addres5: 5 Harold PLace, Hastings. East Su55ex, TN34 LJA Trustees: Danielle Mitchell- Treasurer Gareth Trevitt Sarah Milton - Resigned February 2024 Jackie Travis Anton Gayton - Resigned February 2024 M2rtin Connolly Charlie DiK- Appointed May 2024 Senior Mana8ement Team Jacqui Skilton- Chief Executive Alison Bis5ett- Hub Manager- Hastings Karlie Allaway- Hub Manager - Eastbourne (Resigned April 20231. Bankers HSBC, 4 Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 IHW Independent examiner Laura Dawson, Finance Manager of Ha5tings Voluntary Action, Jackson H311, Portland Place. Hastings, TN34 IQN. Governance and management CIO Association Registered 15th August 2018 Chartiable Obje¢ts To Promote and protect the physlcal and mental health of people in recovery or actively seeking recovery from drug andlor alcohol missuse and their families/carers In partlcular but not exclusiveley by the provision of counsellingi peer led groups, support and activities.
Easl Sussex Recovery Alllance for the year ended 31 March 2024 Trustee's Annual Report Executive Summa East Sussex Recovery Alliance has had another successful year supporting individuals to have healthier, happier znd more fulfilling lives. We help clients to improve confidence, connectivity and gkills to further their education and employment, or career opportunities. Over the last year we have supported 264 clients V4ith 4,304 tontatts, consisting 3,030 contarts to 159 Hastings clients, 655 contacts to 81 Eastbourne clients and 621 clients to 21 clients in local, rural areas. In a recent survey we asked clients to name the top 3 activities that SUPPOrt their recovery. We had 60 responses. 58% reported they needed a safe space to come to. 45% reported that the cafe 5UPPQrted thelr retovery. 41% reported that SMART group was important to their recovery. The college courses and therapeutic activities were the things people needed least to support their recovery, although they said that they enjoyed participating. The contract for ESRA'S hub in Eastbourne transferred to a new provider on Ibt June 2023 and we now have one hub in Hastings. Eastbourne staff contracts transferred under TUPE and some 5t3ff secured new role5 Wlth other organisations. ESRA continues to SUPPOrt clients from Eastbourne and other areas in the county remotely, through online groups and f3¢e to fatè. ESRA has developed its SMART programme over the last year which 15 proving to be a great Success. It helps 5UPPOrt clients managing their own recovery by using the tools they have learned within the group. Clients are also sUPPOrted by telephone contacts, online groups and groups activities. The café remains the heart to the ESRA Hub in Hastings and is well u5ed,' we can offer a hot rneal a day, cake, tea or coffee and the café a150 offers opportunities for clients volunteering. The staff continue to offer amazing support to clients giving time and listening to what clients need. Ke Achievement5 in 2023- 2024: Introdtjcing a new recovery plan which is initially set up at induction and then reviewed at 3 months. 6 months, 9 month5 and a year. In july we started using google forms to evaluate courses and activities. All Staff have had mandatory training in Trauma Informed Practice and Suicide 1st Aid, and have also attended other training to improve their professional development. A partnership project with ESRA and Coastal Current5 commenced in September 2023. The clients used creative writing and art5 to produce work that covered their recovery journeys which was displayed in Hastings town centre bus stops We now have 3 students counsellors supporting client5 who have identified that counselling would really help with their recovery, with another counsellor starting in May 2024. All the counsellors use Person Centred Modality. We held a Recovery Event in September 2023. We send out over 350 bi-monthly newsletter5 to partners. ESRA received two awards for Wellbeing Award At Work Award.. the first award wa5 for Commitment and the second was the Bronie award. These awards recognise the importance of the support we give to staff regarding staff wellbeing. We have started gathering clients, Stories to show their progress which are inspiring.
Challen ESRA faced several challenges, the first being the loss of the Eastbourne hub to Change Grow Live. This was because East Sussex County Council I CGL wanted to offer a different Service which was not in line with ESRA'S ethos. Funding continues to be challenging but we have been fortunate to receive an uplift from the lottery for this financial year and next financial year. We have been successful in several smaller bids which have helped us continue to support the Ha5tings hub. ESRA STAFF TEAM The ESRA staff team 31.03.24'. Chief Officer-jacqui Skilton. The Chief Officer is responsible for oversight and planning of all of the day to day running of the organisation under the Board of Trustees. Jacqui has a background in management in community settings 2nd working with vulnerable people. Hub Manager Hastings-Allson Bi5sett. Alison SLJPPOrts the Chief Officer and runs the day-to-day operations of the Hastings Hub. H4stings Staff team.. Senior support Worker Group and attivities coordinator. Receptionist / support worker Café supervisor The staff team worked extremely hard thi5 year to ensure we provide the support our clients require. We have 11 active volunteers, without whom ESRA would not functiot). We are Indebted to our volunteers who help with so much, by offering free ¢oun5elling and therapeutic activities. Sincere thanks go to all the volunteer5, Staff and trustees for all their hard work and commitment to supporting our clients. BOARD OFTRUSTEES AND ADVISERS Governancè responsibility for ESRA lies with the Board of Trustees. Some of these have supported ESRA for many years and bring a wealth of experlence to the organi5ation. They are.. Danlelle MStcho11- Secretary expert15e in the charity sertor Gareth Trevitt- expertise in rnanagement and has lived experience Jackie Travis- expertise in HR Martin Connolly- Treasurer expertise in finance Charlie Dix- project management The Chair resiBned in February 2024 and at present ESRA is Wlthout a Chair. ESRA is working with Lloyd5 Enhance Support to help in the recruitment of a new Chair. In the interim, each member of the Board shares the Chair5. responsibilities. The Board of Trustee5 meets every twelve weeks and also attend some ESRA events. We also hold strategy and planning sessions periodically. There is a process of trustee induction and training. Additionally, potential, and new Trustees are invited and encouraged to spend time at the project getting to know the staff and services. New Trustees are provided with information and support regarding the following areas.. Their role & responsibilities as Trustees The main documents which set out the operational framework for the charity, includin8 thè Memorandum and Articles of Association The complex funding of ESRA and the current financial position, as set out in the latest published accounts. Future business plans and objectives services. as provided by ESRA. We also hold regular strategy and planning sessions to ensure that E5RA Is allgned to its Charitable
Indep8nd•nt Examlnerfs Report to the Committ¢¢ of tho East SusswA Rocovory Alllanc• I report on the accounts of East Sussex Recovery Alliance for the twelve month peiiod ended 31 March 2024 which are set out on the previous pages. Respective responsibilities of committee & examiner The Charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the a¢counts. The charity's trustees considei that an audit is not required for this year under s&clion 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charib'es Act), and that an independent examination 15 needed. It is my responsibility.. lo examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act lo follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions g¥ven by the ChaTiIy Commission (under section 14Sl511bl of the Charilies Act), and to stale whether particular matters have come lo my allenlion Basis of independent examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination incluées a review ol the accounting records kept by the ¢harily and a comparison of the SUPPDrting documentation presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be requlred In an audit. and consequantly no opinion is given as lo whethor Ihe accounts present a 'lrue and fair" view and the report is limited to those mallers set out in the slalemenl below. Independent examlnerfs statement In connection with my examination. no matter has come to my attention.. 11 which gives me reasonable cause lo believe that in any material respect the requirements.. lo keep accounkn'ng records in accordance with section130 of the Charitie5 Acl lo prepare accounts which accord wi(h the accounting records and lo comply wlh the accounting requirements of the Act have not been met., or 21 to which, in my opinion. allenlion should be drawn in order lo enable a proper undersianding of the accounts to be reached. Laura D8wson Finance Manager Haslings Voluntary Action Jackson Hall, Portland Place, Hastings. TN34 1QN Dated.. 14th August 2024 16
East Sussex Recovery Alliance Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 1 Receipts & paymgnts ac¢ounts Receipts and payments accounts are stslemenls that summarise the movement of cash into and OLJt of the charity during the financial year. In this conlext"cash" Sncludes cash equivalents, for examplg, bank accounts where cash can be readily withdrawn lo pay for debts as they become due. 2 Trustges. remuneration Trustees received no expenses. rerrnneration or benefits in this period. 3 Related party transactions There were no relaled party transactions during Ihe pgriod. 4 Prevlou5 perlod comparison The previous period's figures are included to enable the reader of the accounts to make comparisons wth the previous year. 5 Glossary of terms Restricted funds.. These are funds given lo the charity, subje¢l lo specific restrictions sel by the donor, but still wlhin the general objects of the charity. 6 Staffing Levels as of 31.03.2024 Full Time Equivalent Volunteers 15
East Sussex Recovery Alliance Statement of Assets & Liabilities asat 31 March 2024 prev5 year Reslricled Income Unroslricled Income Total Total Current assets Debtors Cash at Bank and in hand 1,189 121,891 123,080 72,249 72.249 24,211 24,211 96.460 96,460 Credltors Amounts falling due wthin one year 2.076 987 3,063 3Q,323 Net Current Assets 70,173 23,224 93.397 92,757 Roprnsented By- Accumulated Fund BIF SurplusllDefi¢ill 39.208 30,965 70.173 53,549 13n.3?r)I 23,224 92.757 640 93,397 87,107 5,650 92,757 Charity Law require5 the Trustees lo prepare financial statements for each financial year which ¢omply with lh8 gulations set out in the Charities Act 1993. The Irustess have 8cted to take advan18g8 of the provisions that apply io small charities and have wepared a Reip1S and Payment5 acGounl and Ststement of Asset5 and Liabil'ties. ApprovLQ by lh¢ TrustLX'S on and sbgned on their behalf by 14
East Sussex Recovery Alliance Receip & Payments accounts fty the pgriod 1 April 2023 31 March 2024 Cwrert Yoar PrewK>us Year ReslTirled fur Unr¢stri¢ted funds Recei Donations Grants Bank Interest Cafe Income Venue Hire Fundraising Income Total Receipts Nole5 Total funds 14,698 2,500 1,763 3.818 14,698 191,606 1,763 3,818 12,584 277.986 313 7,283 285 189.106 440 23,219 440 212,325 189,106 298.451 Ex enditure Cafe Cost other Direct Costs Wages Social Security Pensions Other Operating Leas99 Insuran Llght & Heal Telephone Postage & Slationary Advertising Sundries Cleaning & Waste Removal Subscrlptions staff Travel Expenses Volunteer Travel Expenses Training Computèr Consumablgs Stsff Gift5 Repairs and Mainenance Bank charges Indepgndent Exarninalion Accountancy & Legal Fees Bookkeeping Legal & Professional Fees Total Expe11Ure 269 5,158 123.454 5,957 3.900 3,655 3,924 5.158 141,787 5.957 4,863 9,829 1.605 10,132 822 2,616 30 6,626 15.522 198.259 9,496 6,041 9,185 843 4,726 1,581 3,758 1,246 579 1,371 4,548 1,899 732 5,274 11.655 27 1,934 115 1,560 1,080 4,074 670 292,801 18,333 963 9.829 1.605 4,702 5,430 822 1,833 783 30 11.4811 1.496 3,969 501 298 1.719 139 40 1.313 102 1,496 4,193 867 837 3,366 8.319 40 1,355 102 224 366 539 1.64T 8,180 42 3,120 2,428 3,120 2,748 320 158,141 53,544 211,685 Net surpluslldefiGitl 30,965 130.3251 640 5,650 Balance brought forward 114123 39.208 53,549 92,7S7 87,107 Balance carried forward 3113124 70,173 23,224 93,397 92,757 13
Res onsibilities of the Trustees The Trustees are required by Company Law to prepare financial statements for each financial year, which give a true and fair view of the 5t3te of 3ff3irs of the Charity including a balance sheet and income and expenditure for the financial year. In preparing those financial statements the Trustees follow best practice and. Select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently- Observe the methods and principles in the Charities 50RP IFRS 1021,. Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,. State whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departure disclosed and explained in the financial statements. and Prepare the financ1315tatements on the ongoing concern basi5 unless it is inappropriate to assume that the charitable company will continue in busines5. The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose, with reasonable accuracy and at any time, the financial position of the Charity. in accordance with the Companies Act 2006. The Trustee$ are also responsible for safeguarding the as5et5 of the Charity and for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detectlon of fraud and other irregularities. In so far as the Trustees are aware.. there is no relevant financial information of which ESRA'S independent examlner is unaware,. and the Trustees have taken all the steps that they ought to have taken in order to m6ke thernselves aware of any relevant financial informatlon The Trustees have established that the Charity independent examiner is awa of that information. Signed on behalf of the charitls trustees.. Signed Date 4.09.2004 Signed Date 12
East Sussex Recovery Alliance for the year ended 31 March 2024 Iconlinued) Financlal review TREASURER'S REPORT Funding remains one of our biggest challenges and the management team continue to focus on this as one of their key tasks. Lottery uplift of £45,031 The Trustees and the team would like to thank Lloyds Fotjndation and The National Lottery as well as many other organisations and charitable trusts for their donations and invaluable support. Funding we received this year include5'. Isabel Blackman Ha5tings Food Network Hastings Llons BandQ Awards for All MIND Maglc Llttle Grants £5,1)00 £2000 £1,000 £7.000 £10,000 £1,350 £200 El Magdalen & Lasher Hastings Lions Chalk Cliff Police Community Safety Lottery wlth upllft Lloyd5 funding £1250 £iooo £4,000 £2,500 £121,297 £25,000 ESRA received a total funding of £184,371 which was further supported by income from the café £6.000 (costs were £4.2161. Risk mana ement The Charity maintains a risk register and conducts regular reviews of major and minor risks faced. System5 and procedures have been established to mitlEate these and external risks to contract funding have led to regular reviews of the business plan ènd publicity and fundraising campaiEns to help diversify funding sources. Internal control risks are managed by the implementation of procedures for the authorisation of all transactions and projerts. Procedure5 are in place to ensure the health and safety of staff, volunteers, clients, and visitors. Reserve5 olic The Charity does not have a reserves PDIICV. 11
More than half the clients we see are male and over v half of these have mental health conditions with which they need 5UPPOrt. We have a number of cSient5 from the LGBT+Ql communitv. SUBSTANCE OF CHOICE 2023 2024 prosciipiioD dru8% afid alcohol • carer IASTBOURNI IIASEINtiS RURAL Alcohol is the substance used by 54% of clients,. this does not include people who are using alcohol and drugs or prescription druRS Ithis eroup tota15 29%) Drug5 are used by 18% of our clients 2023 - 2024 Ethnic groups BLACK/BLACK BR5TISH ASIAN ORASIAN BRITISH INDIAN OTHER ETHNIC MIXEDWHIT£ANO8LACKAFRICAN WHITE OTHERWHITE BACKGIIOUND 20 40 I(X) 120 140 Rural Hastir8s EastkKurnè This graph shows that ESRA'S clients the majority are White British, which aligns with the demographics for East Su55ex. 10
Counsellin We offer free counselling sessions to clients who are not quite ready to engage in group work. We currently have 3 trainee counsellors who have supported 17 cllents this year. We received 15 responses from these clients.. IOD% of those who replied reported that counselling had helped maintain their recovery. 73% reported that they had better coping strategies to manage their recovery. Clients were asked how the counsellors had supported their recovery and this some of the feedback we received. Very wurm and understoftding, knowledgeuble. non-judgementul, felt really listened to ond understood, potient ond calm. •They have provided me with the ideological and philosophical Knowledge. They suggested me to proctlce meditation/mindfulne55 approoch os well a5 physicol well beingness octivtitie5for healthy body und mlnd. •By listening intently ond commenting sympt7thetically tsnd objertively. •Greo¢ very understanding, empathic, professional, appmpriote Data over the We have continued to re1ve referrals over the last year from a number of agencies and partners, these include CGL, NHS, Self-Referrals, Probation Setvices and Southdown's although this list is not exclusive. Geographicallv, ear: 24 from Eastbourne 70 from Hastings 12 from the rural areas. Of ihese referrals the number we sUPPOrted were 13 from Eastbourne 26 from Hastings 4 from rural areas. 70 referrals were received In the Hastings area and of these, 26 have engaged in the service and are accessing several groups and services, 9 clients were referred back to or on to CGL, 7 had complex mental health conditions and were referred to a more suitable service. 9 self-disengaged for various reasons, 2 have moved from East Sussex, 3 people have underlying health conditions which precludes them from actesslng the hub, I referred back to Social Services, 2 attended to counselling either with ESRA or privately. 6 we have been unable to contact despite over 5 different attempts Gender and Mental health data 2023- 2024 tnont.Il health 20 Ao GO 80 io) 120 Ruidl 14a5111W E8stb(Miiiie
42 different clients attended these courses in the Hasting5 hub over the last year. The Creative Writing course produced art and writing for a project in Hastings called Coastal Currents. This was a 10-week course where clients were able to develop through creative writing and art their own recovery posters. These were then displayed in bus stops in the town during November and December last year. This in turn raised awareness for ESRA whi15t looking at reducing stigma in the recovery community. We have received feedback from the other courses: 93% said course had helped with their recovery. 86% said it helped the build new friendships. 100% strongly agreed or agreed that the cour5e5 had supported their wellbeing. 100% strongly agreed or agreed that they had gained new Skills. Clients said about the courses. The baking course was very wellfacilitated it was goodfun t7nd helped with mentol heolth wellbeinJ would definitely do it Ggain if it was offered. I would love to carry on with the next course ondfocu5 on improving my writing skills. Course WOsfant05tic. Sue wos amozing. I'd like to do the course ogoinfor surel The urts course with Sue wa5 gret7t. Engaging (Jnd encouraging. Sue 15 an excellent tutor. giving excellent briefsfor the lessons, offering knowledgeuble ond creotive guidonce throughout. We were also given "open" options GS we went along und guidunce on how to workfurther on o piece at home should we wish. Very irnportant uctivity to p(Jrtitipote irt whilst I'm not working, helps to stuy active. Ifound thefree writing very liberating and thought provokino. The course wos brillittnt, enjoyoble, ond thought provoking in a positive way. It gove me a reol sense of achievement. We have also delivered a range of therapeutic activities including- Hand massage Yoga Mindfulness on the beach Reiki 50 clients have accessed therapeutic activities over the last year and we had 44% responses to our questionnaires. In.b. we didn't start using this new system until quarter 21 95% report these activitie5 supported their recovery 100% report that they supported their wellbeing Thi5 15 some of the feedback we received on these groups: Very much so, they hove helped me with my sobriety ond mental heGlth and moving forward in my recovery. Enobling me to switch offfrom everyday life. Relives Stress und tension and GnxNety. I wouldn't be oble or comfortL7ble to t7ttend these se5SlOnS Olltside olESRA us I would not hove the confideftce to do thoi. l olso enjoy coming into the hub ond meeting people. This session helped my anxiety und reminded me tss to how to relox ond switch offfrom ongoing stressful life experiences. Ifeel these sessiDns ore importunt. They have helped in my recovery. l om groteful to hove had the opportunity to attend these sessions. ESRA has been u lifelinefor me, ond the different levels of support hove olwGy5 given me the encouragement to moveforward desplte the dark doy5. 1 hove olwG*ys smiled and remembered the positive situutions in my life whi15t engJ9jrtg with ESRA through the support of the amazing and professional stoff-
Of these 20 who attended 60% completed the 10 week the course. 100% who completed the course have remained abstinent and continue to access ESRA artivities, support, and group5. 35% of clients who completed the SMART course have been attending counselling at ESRA. 40% of clients have been able to maintain their ernployment responsibilitie5 or have found employment. 40% unfortunately weren't able to complete the course for a variety of reasons: 2 werè offered counselling, having found the group work challenging and triggering. I went to work. l is still attending ESRA for support. 2 had a mental health crisis. Sta SMART This is a drop held weekly in Hastings, provided as a follow on from the SMART course. This is a maintenance group so people attend when they need or are able toto, to get some that extra support. It has been attended over the last yeor by 13 regularly cllent5 who have attended over 192 times. Of these 100% reported this group had helped their recovery. 92QA have Stayed abstinence. 67% are in regular work. 58% have attending counselling at ESRA. Peer Grou This has been attended by 14 tlifferent clients over the year on 135 different tlmes. These client5 often struggle to maintain their recovery and are not able to achieve abstinence, meoning that they are not able to attend the SMART groups. Out of these.. 79% are abstinent. 21% have been on a roll coaster and have not been able to maintain their long-term recovery, but have had bouts of abstinence. 14% are now having regular counselling sessions at ESRA. We started an online recovery group every week to reach those who live in areas outside of Hastings and 8 clients attend regularly. Activitie5 We offer a range of artivities and groups, some of which are offered through East Sussex College= Creative art Made by meditation Art in Nature Orlgami Wellbeing and creative journ311ing 25 different clients attended these courses in Hastings over the last year. Other courses are provided by and paid for by ESRA: Christmas Crafts Creatlve Writin8 Calligraphy Mindful Bakers.
On-going access to our well-being and therapeutlc services which include counselling, hand massage, reiki, walk and talk, mirndfulness on the beach and mindful bakers. A sense of community and important on-going structure that Ljnderpins people's recovery succes5. Clients l-l basis practical solutioris, whilst building confidence and resilience to manage day to day life. Help to rebuild lives through information, advice and guidance on housing and aicommodation. benefits, financial management. digital inclusion and access to healthcare appropriate to the clients, needs. Training to our workers in TIP (Trauma Informed Practice). Support through reference back to other partner organisations such as CGL Warming Up the Homeless, Seaview Project, Adult Social Care and housing for further specialist 5UPPOrt. Opportunities to volunteer in the Hub including the café, admin, maintenante and other opportunities for those 9 months into their recovery. l-l practical support with CVS, job applications, interview skills and digital inclusion. Information on job fairs, job listings and training opportunities. Access to our free in-house training to build their professional development and potential employability in food hygiene. A diverse range of opportunities to improve employability skills through our extensive networks which include.... Advocating on behalf of those in recovery to potential ernployers. Department of Work and Pension5 and others to break stigma and raise awareness of the potential of those in recove¥y. Advising and raising awarenes5 of the integral support of those in recovery need in volunteering and employment. IMPACT AND VALUE Monitorin and evaluation We have been looking at ways to monitor and evaluate our work, and asking clients for their stories of recovery. These are powerful and in5pirlng, and have been shared with partners and are on our website. To monitor clients progress we introduced a new system in lune 2023 which monitors the progress throughout the first year for people attending ESRA. We hope that thi5 will be able to demonstrate over year what changes people have made. 50 far, we have complete.. 21 baseline questionnaires Iwhich are completed at induction)., 23% reported that they were very confident in maintaining their recovery, 48% reported they were confident and 24% reported they were not so confident. By using this data. we hope to be able to support people individually in their recovery plans. 6 of the 3-month individual recovery plans,. 100% now repDrt they were confident to maintain their recovery 2 of the 6-month plans.. 100% report they were confident in maintaining their recovery l of the 9-month plans,. this individual's recovery plarb has improved her score by at least one in every section Surve to clients re their recove In July we started to use fjoogle forms to evaluate the activities and courses we deliver. These are now used on a regular basis for many of the activities and clients are getting used to using these. They are sent out to clients on a quarterly basis for ongoing group5, or after the end of a £OLJrse. If clients are digitally excluded, we can complete the form in-house with therTr to ensure that we capture their views. This system is still in it5 infancy, but we have been able to gather some data to analyse. SMART recove 26 different people attended our Hastings SMART group 110 times In the last year. SMART lour 10-week initial course),. 26 clients over 5 different courses. One was discontinued half wav through dLJe to unforeseen circum5t3nces including mental and physical ill health. We have 6 people attending the current course which finishes at the end May 2024.
OUR STRATEGIC AIMS Our vlslon is that clients in recovery from substancè misuse can have a p051tive future. Our mi55ion is that all clients can maintain their recovery and live a full and meaningful life, free from substance misuse. Our values- we are empowerin& non-judgmental and inclusive. l. To maintain our work with clients, develop what we do and evidence clear outcomes To ensure that we can continue to offer comprehensive 5UPPOrt to all those who are ready to engage in their recovery journey. To be able show clear evidence of change using Quantitative and Qualitative data. 2. To cover rural needs more adequately across the county to ensure there are no barriers to accessing the approprlate services ESRA is the only service of it5 kind in East Sussex. We have had a hub in Eastbourne and continue with a hub in Hastings. supporting over 320 clients a year (average across last 3 years) but we are not adequately addressing rural need across the county. 3. To se¢ure adequate fundlnk To look at all funding opportunities, giving tirne to write the bids and get support from a third parties if required. 4. To take a more artlve and planned approach to promoting ESRA'S work As a uniqLJe service in the county, we need to develop a pl3n for promoting ESRA and developing public relations. as well as develop our communication Strategy. 5. To encourage divèrsity to enable us to èxpand our client base. To work iri collaboration with recovery partners to look at how we jointly engage with the community to Show how to acces5 treatment or recovery services. 6. To embed a transparent staff culture To ensure all staff are clear of what 15 expected of them working at ESRA, evidence how they will be supported and improve staff retention. 7. To Improve relatlonshlps with External stakeholders To improve our relationship and communications with our key external stakeholders to ensure we are aligned and supported. 8. To collaborate Partners To work together with partner5 to help ESRA grow. OUR SERVICES ESRA offers: A safe and supportive space IHa5tings Recovery Hub) that is welcoming, widely known, well p05ftioned and onnected to attract the people we are trying to reach. A recovery hub that provides an alcohol and drug free space to better support the recovery journev. A holistic anLI rounded support to individua15 to aid in the long-term success of their recovery which includes life admin matters. An understanding and acknowledgement of the complex needs of those we support- tt's not just about addiction, iys about rebuilding all elements of life i.e. secure accommodationi good financlal man3gement skills and access to health support amongst other5. A first point of contact that is a l-l person centered assessment by a trained senior support worker with Ilved experience. to jointly deterrnine the best pathway for recovery. AdditlDnal l-l support to stabilise and prepare for our core SMART programme lor refer to other more suitable activities we offerl. SMART is a self-mariagement and recovery group. a science-based programme which helps people manage their recovery from any type of addictive behaviour. Clients complete a 10-week programme and progress is evaluated from a baseline assessrnent. A range of free activitie5 and therapeutic support for those not ready to engage in SMART- the goal is to help people find structure. Thi5 includes person centered coun5ellin@, creative art and writing, yoga, mindfulness course5. Mindful Bakers cooking, gym access. hand m355ages, beach 'walk and talk, and fishing. Our all-important Hub Cafe open from 9.'30am to 2..30pm, three days a week IMonday5, Wednesdays, and Fridaysl serving non-alcoholic drinks and hot home cooked mea15. This offers a regular socialising opportunity to tackle