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25 April 2018

Building a brighter future – Val and Edge

Severnside is helping people build a brighter future with its inspirational Learning Programme and Digital Dens and I am really proud to be part of the team. Seeing the difference that we make to help local people reach their full potential makes my job so rewarding. I have recently supported Val into work and offer ongoing support and encouragement to her son, Josh. “I originally popped into the... Read more

Edge Abboh
Learning Programme and digital inclusion officer

16 April 2018

Sharing stories of our success – part two

Recognition for the hard work of customers and colleagues In part two of this blog, our Neighbourhoods director Jan Goode explains more ways we have been making a big difference to communities in Shropshire and Staffordshire. Last time (read part one) I explained some of the reason why Housing Plus Group won a Commitment to the Community Award at the recent Midlands Business Awards. We were so proud... Read more

Jan Goode
Neighbourhoods Director

26 March 2018

Sharing stories of our success – part one

In the first of two blogs, our Neighbourhoods director Jan Goode explains some of the great things that are happening to make a real difference to lives in Shropshire and Staffordshire. Here at Housing Plus Group, we’ve had an amazing 12 months in terms of being nominated, shortlisted and winning awards. But we couldn’t be more proud of recently winning the Midlands Business Award in the Corporate... Read more

Jan Goode
Neighbourhoods Director

6 March 2018

Apprenticeships: be part of our success

It’s National Apprenticeship Week and we are delighted to celebrate this showcase for vocational training, particularly in Property Plus, where apprentices now make up 12 percent of our workforce. Apprentices work within electrical, home improvement, facilities management and administrative functions in Property Plus, with opportunities now available for ambitious people wanting to become plumbers,... Read more

Jim

29 January 2018

Curlew Meadows from the sky

We've been hoping to get local video production company 7video's drone into the sky for a few weeks now but bad weather kept us back. Now that the site at Curlew Meadows is complete we thought it would be a great time to get the drone in the air to see it at its best. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYV_nylUSOo Everyone at Severn Homes is very proud of the development and it is fantastic to see each... Read more

Jim

11 January 2018

The making of the #BuildingOurFutureHPG film

We asked local video production company 7video to explain how they put together our fantastic #BuildingOurFutureHPG film. Last spring, we were tasked with creating a video that represented everything Housing Plus Group are as an organisation and everything they aim to be in the future. We have been in this situation plenty of times before, and having worked with a number of housing associations from... Read more

Jim

15 December 2017

Cake and a spade got carers through the snow

Black forest gateau and a spade were all Jenna Dubil and Amy Bardi needed to get them through the snow to provide care in some of the most isolated communities. Care Plus team leader Jenna said: “The snow was coming down hard but we were determined to get out. But we were not the only ones making a difference. During Saturday and Sunday, Care Plus completed 772 calls – an incredible effort by everyone... Read more

Jim

23 November 2017

Danielle stars in #BuildingourFutureHPG campaign

It is said that each of us is just a few steps away from homelessness. Danielle Harrison certainly didn’t expect to find herself in that position with a new baby, on Christmas Eve. “I was poorly after having Eli and wasn’t able to work. Things were difficult and then my marriage broke down. On Christmas Eve, Eli and I were homeless. I had no idea what to do. I searched for emergency accommodation... Read more

Jim

22 November 2017

Expansion of At Home care service brings jobs boost to Shropshire

The expansion of the Care Plus at Home service into Shropshire has brought opportunities for local people to join a care team rated as one of the best in the country. In a string of prestigious national awards, Care Plus carers have been in the spotlight for their dedication and the exceptional levels of customer satisfaction they receive. “We are very proud of our care teams but not surprised by... Read more

Angie Mason
Domiciliary care manager

21 September 2017

The importance of care in the community

Domiciliary care, or care in the home, is vitally important for many people. It can be the perfect solution for many, providing just enough support to retain your personal freedom and independence. Sally Rutty is a Domiciliary Care Worker in Staffordshire, making a real difference to the lives of people in her community. Sally Rutty has worked in care since she left school. She’s had breaks in her... Read more

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