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Willow Walk residents in Cambridge can stay in touch with family and friends thanks to digital tablet
Residents at a supported housing service in Cambridge are benefiting from a digital tablet to use with one admitting it’s helped him cut down his drinking. Willow Walk has been given a communal tablet, plus a Mi-fi unit which is a portable wireless router, and a data SIM card so residents can use it for
Read moreRiverside helps young people gain qualifications to enhance job options
Young parents at risk of homelessness in Suffolk are celebrating achieving qualifications which are equivalent to GCSEs in Maths and English, enhancing their life skills and employability options for the future. Two customers at Riverside’s Acorn House in Bury St Edmunds, which offers supported housing for parents aged 16 to 25 and their families who
Read moreRiverside runners and riders clock up 17,000km and raise £9,000 for Church Homeless Trust
Over 80 staff at Riverside took part in the “Stretch Yourself for CHT” in June, which aimed to raise money for the Church Homeless Trust’s (CHT) emergency Covid fund. Times are harder than ever for people affected by homelessness. CHT is a small independent charity that raises funds to support homeless people and Riverside staff
Read moreRiverside team making a difference by supporting customers in Gloucester
As we emerge from lockdown, the Riverside team continues to go above and beyond by providing vital additional support to customers affected by homelessness, keeping them off the streets of Gloucester in safe accommodation. Staffing levels have been maintained throughout the pandemic, with colleagues continuing to deliver 24/7 advice and guidance for their 70 customers
Read moreArmed Forces Day: How a 16-year-old army recruit bounced back
Hardwick House helped “Inspirational” Nathan get back on track into a home, a job and a new life Armed Forces Day offers the public a chance to show their support for Britain’s Armed Forces community including our currently serving troops, service families, veterans and cadets. It’s also a time to reflect on how Britain helps
Read moreEmployability Day 2020: How we’re helping customers learn new skills and find employment even through lockdown
To mark Employability Day, Gail Jenson, Riverside’s lead for Employment and Training, talks about the change in the way they deliver services to Riverside customers who are looking for training opportunities or work. As well as supporting those who have been affected by the recent Covid-19 situation and helping them to find direction. Before the
Read moreCommunity Chest 2020 – three grants awarded to support Covid-19 causes
Riverside has awarded grants to three groups in Runcorn to help support people during the Covid-19 crisis.
Read moreRiverside manager receives High Sheriff of Greater Manchester award for work with rough sleepers during coronavirus pandemic
A Riverside manager has been honoured with the prestigious High Sheriff of Greater Manchester Award for her work in helping rough sleepers staying in hotels during the Covid-19 lockdown. Kath Meighan works for charitable housing association Riverside who are managing emergency accommodation for homeless people at the Holiday Inn Express in Gorton, Manchester. This supported
Read moreRiverside’s statement on equality, diversity and inclusion
The growing anger and disquiet following the tragic death of George Floyd only confirms what we already knew and were working on at Riverside. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our BAME colleagues and customers always, but particularly at this time.
Read more#SongsforSmiles at Newbury House
Colette Cronshaw, Riverside Project Assistant, shows how positive activities at our supported housing services such as Newbury House in Manchester are helping customers stay safe and well during the pandemic and help prevent social isolation during the lockdown. I received an invite to join the GMHAN Donation Distribution Panel (catchy eh!). It would enable me
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