News

This Volunteers’ Week, we celebrated the amazing residents who give their time to help shape and improve our services. We’ve shared stories on social media highlighting volunteering opportunities, what they mean to those involved, and how others can get involved, from established groups to flexible new ways to have your say.

Curious about what it’s like to connect with your housing team from the comfort of home? Discover how our online resident drop-in sessions are making it easier than ever to get involved, get help, and have your voice heard. Plus, find out how you could win a £30 voucher just by sharing your views.

We’re recruiting a new Board Chair to lead our recently launched strategy for 2025-2030. We also are pleased to introduce our two newly appointed Board members bringing fresh expertise and passion. 

This Mental Health Awareness Week (13–19 May), we’re shining a light on community, this year’s theme as chosen by the Mental Health Foundation. Community, and how we connect with it, plays a vital role in protecting and supporting our mental health. 

No one wants to get caught out by a scam, but there are practical steps you can take to avoid common tricks, whether they come online, by phone, or even in person. This article offers useful information and tips on how to stay safe, and where to go for further advice.

Since December 2024, we have been working to ensure the information we hold about you, our residents, and your households is accurate. To reach our remaining residents, we are extending the project until July 2025.

We know how passionate many of our residents are about their outdoor spaces, and we love seeing the creativity, care, and colour you bring to your gardens. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that our Great Gardens competition is returning for 2025!

We’re excited to launch our new five-year corporate strategy, a forward-thinking plan that sets out five key objectives to help us deliver excellent services, well maintained homes and stronger communities.

As a housing provider, we understand that social isolation can have a significant impact on well-being. This is especially true during holiday periods and religious festivals when feelings of loneliness can be heightened. Fortunately, there are many local organisations that we work alongside who offer offering support, activities, and befriending services to help you feel more connected in your community.

We celebrate our first milestone in Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Project

We have received seven new properties based in Little Kimble, which were developed by Deanfield Homes.

Our Spring Residents News is here! Inside, you'll find a special message from our Head of Sustainability, Cecily Church, along with the steps we're taking towards more sustainable, local housing. We've also included important dates to mark on your calendar, a re-introduction to our Intensive Housing Management Team, and insights from our Executive Leadership Team (ELT) about the upcoming corporate strategy launching next month.