Â鶹Éç is one year old on 1 November and what a year it has been!Ìý
The launch of the Â鶹Éç website has brought the opportunity to do more online wherever you live and our new 0800 048 8955 telephone number is free to phone, 24/7. Now, there is just one number to use to pay your rent, report a repair and get advice.ÌýÌý
In this year to remember, we have developed much-needed affordable housing as well as improving, maintaining and repairing homes for customers.ÌýÌý
We delivered high quality employment and training opportunities and were proud to be named Employer of the Year by a group of local colleges in recognition of the support we provide to apprentices. We were also delighted to see a Â鶹Éç tenant shortlisted for a national award for great neighbours.ÌýÌý
A whole range of inspiring local groups have been supported by the Â鶹Éç My Community Fund, which provides grants for grassroots organisations who share our ambition to make a positive difference for homes, lives and communities.Ìý
Projects helped by the fund included the Harlescott Grange Community Hub in Shropshire, where local residents have transformed a disused building into a vibrant new community centre. We were delighted to provide funding for an energy-efficient boiler, ensuring a warm welcome for people using the building, all year round.ÌýÌý
We also sponsored the Best Kept Village Community Competition in Staffordshire, supporting a popular contest which brought people and communities together after a long period of social distancing and separation.ÌýÌý
Today, the Â鶹Éç My Community Fund is making a positive difference in towns and villages right across Staffordshire and Shropshire. We’re helping some amazing young people make music and backing a fantastic group of women who are taking-up football for the first time.ÌýÌý
On our first birthday we would like to thank all the involved customers, tenants, local partners and colleagues who have made this such a great first year for Â鶹Éç. Together, we are looking forward to doing even more to transform homes, lives and communities in the weeks and months ahead.ÌýÌýÌý