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Riverside and One Housing complete Transfer of Engagements
In December 2021, One Housing became part of The Riverside Group and in November 2022 we announced our intention to accelerate our legal integration through a process known as a Transfer of Engagements. Following consultation with One Housing residents and approval from the One Housing and Riverside Boards and One Housing shareholders, the Transfer of
Read moreThe Government’s Rough Sleeper Snapshot 2022: Our response
The Government’s Rough Sleeper Snapshot has revealed a 26% year-on-year increase in the number of people sleeping rough. Read John Glenton, our Executive Director of Care and Support’s response here: “Everyone should be concerned by this significant increase in rough sleeping – the first rise in rough sleeping in five years and the largest increase in
Read moreRent and service charges notices to be issued soon
Our annual variation notices will land with customers between 16 February and the start of March. With the Cost-of-Living crisis and inflation at over 10% affecting everyone this year’s process has been one of the most difficult we’ve ever experienced. The huge rise in inflation means our costs – in particular for repairs and maintenance
Read moreApprenticeship Q&A – Rizwana’s story
How long have you been with Riverside? I have been with Riverside at Laurel Court for over 7 years. Laurel Court is a supported living service for adults with learning disabilities and autism. Over the years I have built up my confidence in my role and showed great willing towards my learning and development. Tell
Read moreApprenticeship Q&A – Joshua’s journey
We spoke to you last year as you were just starting your apprenticeship – how has it been going? Better than expected. I have completed 90% of the course and all exams 11 months ahead of schedule with just a few modules remaining. This of course is not only down to my dedication to the
Read moreStory behind the 30ft mural on city’s homeless service
An eye-catching 30ft mural has sprung up on the side of our homelessness support service known as Centre 28, on Terry Street in Hull. Centre 28, our 25-bed supported accommodation service, has recently unveiled a specially commissioned mural, called ‘Awaken’, designed by local young people who have experienced homelessness. Painted by local artist Maniuko, the
Read moreRiverside shares exciting plans to transform Palace Fields Local Centre and The Uplands in Runcorn
Riverside is sharing detailed plans with residents about the regeneration of Hallwood Park and Palace Fields in Runcorn, with parts of the area due to undergo significant redevelopment that will transform the area. The draft plans, which have been produced following feedback from local people and stakeholders, have been brought to life in a series
Read moreScheme left “unrecognisable” following Retirement Living Investment Programme
Alfred Stocks Court, our retirement living scheme in Liverpool, has been left looking “unrecognisable” to customers and colleagues following £730,000’s worth of refurbishment works. The scheme, which offers accommodation for people over 55, is one of 45 services that have been transformed through our Retirement Living Investment Programme (RLIP). Now in its eighth year, RLIP
Read moreMore funding needed as data shows rise in number of new rough sleepers
The latest data from Combined Homelessness and Information Network shows an increase in the number of new people sleeping rough in London at a time when “homelessness services are at breaking point.” Lee Buss-Blair, our Care & Support Director of Operations, has shared his thoughts below, which includes a call for an inflation-linked increase in
Read moreCo-produced mindfulness sessions help wellbeing of entrenched rough sleepers
Since introducing regular mindfulness sessions at Newbury House, our supported housing service in Manchester, residents have increasingly seen positive changes in their mental health and wellbeing – reporting feeling “more relaxed, happier and freer.” Newbury House is a supported accommodation project for people who have experience of long-term rough sleeping and complex needs. In October
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