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New research aims to improve Universal Credit claims for thousands of homeless people

New research, commissioned by Riverside, St Mungo’s, YMCA and The Salvation Army, could challenge current government thinking that housing costs for supported housing cannot remain within the welfare system. The study will seek to identify practical solutions to make Universal Credit work more effectively for vulnerable people who depend on supported housing. The study has

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Share your marvellous memories this April

Your Health and Wellbeing Service is going from strength to strength in Retirement Living schemes nationwide. And whether you live onsite, or you’re an older customer who lives nearby, there’s plenty to get involved with in the next couple of months… April – Marvellous Memories We’ll be hosting sessions with a ‘reminiscence’ theme and also

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My first step on to the property ladder with the help of Riverside

First time buyer Meghann has become a homeowner in Cheshire with the help of Riverside and shared ownership.

First time buyer Meghann has become a homeowner in Cheshire with the help of Riverside and shared ownership. Meghann, aged 24, had previously rented from a private landlord and lived with friends, so was ready to buy her first home – and shared ownership made the dream possible. Property prices in Cheshire East are amongst

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Impact and Riverside progress negotiations and consultation with tenants

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Impact Housing Association and Riverside are finalising arrangements to consult with tenants, shareholders and other interested parties over proposals for the Cumbria-based landlord to join the Riverside Group. Tenants will be given advanced notice of a formal six week period of tenant consultation, likely to begin at the end of March. This will lead to

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International Women’s Day 2018: Let’s call out the abuse of power in all its guises

On International Women’s Day 2018, Riverside’s Chief Executive Carol Matthews reflects on the role models we should celebrate… and the behaviours we should all challenge.   “The great thing about being a part of a national housing, care and support group is I have the pleasure of being on every kind of public transport, battering

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Hi-tech kit at Sunderland housing scheme helps prevent hospital admissions

The medical kit, called a Telehealth tablet, is on site at Riverside’s Willow Brook Extra Care scheme in Washington.

A digital health monitor at a Sunderland supported housing complex is being used to detect illnesses which can help to save lives. The medical kit, called a Telehealth tablet, is on site at Riverside’s Willow Brook Extra Care scheme in Washington. The portable equipment can take readings including blood pressure, heart and blood sugar levels,

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Grant windfall to help homeless people in Westminster get on their bikes to improve health and wellbeing.

Grant windfall to help homeless people in Westminster get on their bikes to improve health and wellbeing.

Cyclists at a homeless hostel in Westminster can continue their quest for pedal power after being awarded a £13,000 cycling grant to boost their health and wellbeing and explore the city’s greenspaces. The windfall will enable residents at Queen Mary homeless hostel, in Greencoat Place, to carry on running their cycling club for the next

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