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Riverside is supporting customers affected by recent events
We wholeheartedly condemn the actions of those intent on stirring division and who took part in the riots across the country in the past week. We know some of our customers may be personally affected by the recent events, and we encourage you to speak to our Community Safety Team by email [email protected] or 0345
Read moreRiverside releases film documenting experience of rough sleeping in Manchester
We released a powerful short film about one man’s experience sleeping rough in Manchester, his recovery journey, and how he has drawn on this lived experience to engage with and support others who find themselves in a similar position.
Read moreJohn Glenton comments on the announcement to reintroduce mandatory local housing targets
Read John Glenton’s response to Chancellor Rt Hon Rachel Reeves’ first speech to the Treasury.
Read moreCo-production – what’s missing?
It’s the end of Co-production Week 2024, and Riverside, along with many other organisations have been celebrating all things Co-production, and looking at “What’s Missing”?
Read moreGeneral Election 2024 result
We’ve been speaking to parliamentary candidates up and down the country to highlight what’s important to our customers and what they want to see from a future government, and we look forward to working with all elected representatives.
Read moreCo-production Week 2024 – Aimee’s story
Hear Aimee’s story and how she thinks young person support services at Riverside have improved thanks to co-production.
Read moreSafeguarding – Perseverance, determination and collaboration pays off
Advocating for those in need can sometimes feel like an uphill battle when it shouldn’t have to be. Today, I want to share one such success story – a testament to the power of perseverance, determination and collaboration.
Read moreEngage Leeds – Lindsey’s story
“From starting in a place where I could not see any positives, to now preparing myself to go out to make a difference for people in our community.”
Read moreLyreco supporting our GROW programme – George’s story
A difficult childhood, followed by years of addiction, homelessness and mental health problems, 50-year-old George Smith has had his fair share of ups and downs. But after 25 years of living on the edge, George has turned his life around. And, through Riverside’s GROW trainee programme, he’s using his own experience to help others. This is George’s story.
Read moreLyreco supporting our GROW programme – Eleanor’s story
Lyreco have been amazing in supporting the Street Engagement Hub by using their social value commitment to employ George. Without this commitment George would not have a job and the Street Engagement Hub would not have capacity to see so many vulnerable people, as there would not have been enough staff to cope with the demand.
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