Question 1

What is the mission of REAL LIFE OPTIONS?

Accepted Answer

Real Life Options provides support and care to people in the United Kingdom who have disabilities.  In particular, the organisation provides and manages services on a peripatetic and domiciliary basis, and provides care and support through the provision of residential housing, both directly and in conjunction with other voluntary agencies, charities and housing associations.

Question 2

What is the financial size of REAL LIFE OPTIONS?

Accepted Answer

REAL LIFE OPTIONS is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £55,566,852 and total expenditure of £53,262,170.

Question 3

How does REAL LIFE OPTIONS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of REAL LIFE OPTIONS?

Accepted Answer

REAL LIFE OPTIONS employs 1,949 staff members and is supported by 16 volunteers.

Question 5

Does REAL LIFE OPTIONS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 61.2% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does REAL LIFE OPTIONS pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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