Options Appraisal Update
Following on from the announcement in February this year, Bury Council has been carrying out an options appraisal, to consider the future management and maintenance of council housing in Bury.
Hoarding Awareness Week - Simon's Story
15th -19th May was Hoarding Awareness Week. To help raise awareness, we shared a story of a tenant who was helped by our Tenancy Support Team to get back on track.
Bury Cancer Support Centre receive Transformation Fund
Earlier this month, we presented a cheque of £3,000 to the local charity Bury Cancer Support Centre, as part of our Transformation Fund.
Welcome to our monthly Spill the TEA updates
Our dedicated team of Tenant Engagement Advisors (TEA) work across our neighbourhoods to support communities to thrive. They are an experienced and energetic team and are keen to work with you to help make a huge difference to the communities you live in.
Here are some of our May highlights:
Corrie Gardeners Coronation Party
Corrie Gardeners held a Coronation Big Lunch Street Party, based at their Friendly Bench on Bank Holiday Monday. Over 60 people attended, raising £94 for Trinity Food Bank as part of the Big Help Out through tombola sales. Everyone had a great time with games, face painting, food and music.
Upcoming Community Walkabouts
Over the next few months, we have a number of Community Walkabout planned for areas and estates across Bury. Walkabouts are a great way to let us know about any improvements you think need doing to your estate.
Free Training Courses
Over the next few months, we're running number of free training courses for Six Town Housing residents and community volunteers. Bury VCFA are also running lots of free courses for community groups and voluntary organisations.
New Top o’th Fields and Welcomb Walk TRA Committee
Earlier this month, Top o’th Fields and Welcomb Walk Tenants and Residents Association (TRA) held their Annual General Meeting where they elected the new TRA committee.
Northern Care Alliance Pre-Employment Training
Northern Care Alliance (NCA) are providing pre-employment training for a range of roles at Fairfield Hospital. This Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP) opportunity is open to all candidates aged 18 and over who have a good level of spoken and written English.
Kitchens and bathrooms
This photo was submitted by Victoria Wright in Ainsworth who had her new kitchen installed as part of the capital works programme. If you have a new kitchen, why not send us a photo to news@sixtownhousing.org and we may include it in a future edition.
View details of ongoing and upcoming capital works at the link below.
Disrepair Claims - the facts and the risks
Claim companies are targeting our neighbourhoods for business. We want you to be aware of these companies, how such claims might affect us and how they might also affect you.
