News

Last week, we had the pleasure of introducing Rob Butler MP to three of our apprentices, Georgia, Jake and Rory, all studying in different fields, to chat about their experiences and opportunities as part of the National Apprenticeship Week discussion.

Springboard Grants are available to any of our residents and come under the Thriving Communities Fund. This type of grant offers residents up to £300 to support opportunities for wellbeing, education, training, or employment. 

Volunteering plays an essential role in shaping our services. Our resident volunteers influence positive change and make a big difference for other residents, and members of the community.

We are pleased to announce that we have been re-awarded the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) Accreditation for the next three years, a recognition we received back in December.

With the colder weather expected to continue over the coming weeks, we know it can cause issues in your home and may result in higher call volumes to our Contact Centre.

We recently collaborated with the Alzheimer's Society to host a 'Dementia Friends' session for our residents. 

John Wallbank, our Assistant Director of People, was interviewed by the team at Buckinghamshire Business First (BBF) for their podcast about the behind-the-scenes reality of becoming a Disability Confident employer.

After the positive outcomes of ‘Boost Your Potential’, a career coaching programme offered to residents at the beginning of the year, we were enthusiastic about beginning a second course.

We were thrilled to be a part of the Aylesbury High School Careers Fair in November, aiming to inspire the next generation and promote career opportunities in the Housing sector.

On Tuesday 14^th of November, we hosted our first Cost of Living Roadshow alongside Paradigm Housing and Buckinghamshire Council.

During Fraud Awareness Week, we, like numerous other housing providers, are bringing attention to the issue of Tenancy Fraud. We aim to raise awareness about the tell-tale signs, it’s repercussions on our neighbourhoods, and how you can report suspected fraudulent behaviour.

The latest edition of our Residents News is on its way and will be landing on doorsteps and in your email inboxes next month.