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29 October 2018

Social Housing Green Paper consultation

We’re taking part in a consultation to help shape the future of social housing. Our policy, research and new initiatives manager Tony Price explains what it’s all about and how you can get involved. The Government have published a Social Housing Green Paper setting out their thinking for the future of housing. Ideas in Green Paper’s often end up as legislation or strategy so this gives us a good... Read more

Jim

5 October 2018

Developing confidence with computers at the Digital Den

After twelve years with the same employer, Ken, 61, found himself out of work soon after having a stroke. Ken, who grew up in Wellington, also suffers from depression. “I was sitting on the sofa, wondering what had happened to my life. I’d probably still be there if my brother-in-law hadn’t brought me to the Digital Den in Meole Brace. “I’ve never had anything to do with computers before... Read more

Jim

2 October 2018

Delivering care on two wheels

Allen Davies has been working for Care Plus since July, providing At Home care in Shropshire. He has been zipping around on two wheels, not four. “I joined Care Plus in July, having previously worked for another care company. I love my work now; it’s a fantastic place to work. You can tell that Care Plus is managed by people who have worked in care and understand what it is like to do the job.... Read more

Jim

24 September 2018

£2 billion boost will help build the homes our communities need

Neighbourhoods’ director Jan Goode attended the National Housing Federation conference last week when Prime Minister Teresa May announced £2 billion of funding for affordable homes from 2022. In her blog, Jan describes the difference this will make to the Group’s work. Any significant funding to help secure money for social housing developments is a real boost, including here in the West Midlands.... Read more

Jan Goode
Neighbourhoods Director

28 August 2018

Awash with praise for new bathroom

A very satisfied customer has praised the high-quality finish of a new bathroom we installed. Sharon Riley has been a Severnside customer for seven years, recently moving into a new home in Shrewsbury. “I was really pleased with the work,” she said. “It was done to such a professional standard and the new bathroom has given me a sense of happiness. I’m a very happy tenant - thank you.” Did... Read more

Jim

17 August 2018

Installing life-saving technology in our homes

As part of our commitment to providing safe homes for customers, we are currently installing life-saving gas safety technology in 12,000 homes across Shropshire and Staffordshire. We have partnered with technology company, Gas Tag, to use ground-breaking tech that will help to keep families safe from the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Phoenix Gas Services Ltd has begun the project to install... Read more

Jim

17 August 2018

At home in River View

One of the first people to move into our new River View retirement living community was Thelma. We met up with her to find out how she is settling into her new home. “I have been ‘retirement living’ for a long time, but this is my first experience of living in this kind of environment. “I watched River View being built and I always knew that I wanted to live here. I’ve settled in nicely... Read more

Jim

8 August 2018

Creating vibrant communities in our two counties

Neighbourhoods director Jan Goode explains how investment in our homes and support for our customers is creating vibrant communities in Shropshire and Staffordshire. Severnside Housing and South Staffordshire Housing Association are not-for-profit so every penny is reinvested into our homes and communities. In an environment where welfare reform, particularly Universal Credit, threatens the income... Read more

Jan Goode
Neighbourhoods Director

8 August 2018

Another standout year for Severn Homes

Commercial director Peter Donovan shares Severn Homes’ success stories. It has been another stand out year as we continue to offer more choice for home ownership in Staffordshire and Shropshire. This helps to maximise return on the Group's investments by providing sustainable commercial returns and ensuring we have satisfied customers. We operate as a commercial company within the Group, providing... Read more

Peter Donovan
Commercial Director

8 August 2018

Making Housing Plus Group a great place to work

People and transformation director Louise Wagstaff explains why her colleagues have been a vital part of the Group’s success over the last 12 months. With over 500 people working for Housing Plus Group, we are a hugely significant employer in Shropshire and Staffordshire. It’s not just the number that is impressive but the day-to-day work we do. This has all been done in the backdrop of a great... Read more

Louise Wagstaff
People and Transformation Director

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