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We’re proud to recognise in this week as always, the critical impact of social housing and the role of compliance in shaping secure and supportive communities. Why guaranteed compliance makes a difference: 🔹 Protecting Residents: Meeting safety regulations safeguards lives, from fire prevention to secure access, bringing peace of mind to all. 🔹 Strengthening Communities: Compliance builds trust and security, forming a foundation for a thriving and resilient community. 🔹 Supporting Sustainability: Sustainable practices in social housing not only enhance quality of life but contribute to a healthier environment. Ensuring safe, compliant housing requires collective commitment. We’re here to help create awareness and encourage best practices every step of the way. #NationalSocialHousingAndComplianceWeek #TotalProtection #GuaranteedCompliance #TeamAmthal

Do you know what the associated safeguarding issues around unsafe homes from tenants that hoard? 🏘️Hoarding is considered a significant problem if: 🏠The amount of clutter interferes with everyday living – for example, the person is unable to use their kitchen or bathroom and cannot access rooms 🏠The clutter is causing significant distress or negatively affecting the quality of life of the person or their family – for example, they become upset if someone tries to clear the clutter and their relationship suffers. The key concerns are: *️⃣Health Hazard – Physical Health Risk – Fire Risk- Pest Infestations *️⃣Mental Health Issues – Isolation – Stress and Anxiety – Depression *️⃣Safety Concerns – Blocked Pathway – Structural damage to the property *️⃣Social & Community Issue – Impact on Neighbours – Increased Stain on Services *️⃣Legal & Regulatory Issues – Violation of Housing Codes – Eviction Risks To book your Safeguarding Hoarding Awareness Training Contact a friendly member of our team. ✉️info@theathenaprogramme.co.uk 📞07850885507 #HoardingAwarenessTraining

Do you know what the associated safeguarding issues around unsafe homes from tenants that hoard? 🏘️Hoarding is considered a significant problem if: 🏠The amount of clutter interferes with everyday living – for example, the person is unable to use their kitchen or bathroom and cannot access rooms 🏠The clutter is causing significant distress or negatively affecting the quality of life of the person or their family – for example, they become upset if someone tries to clear the clutter and their relationship suffers. The key concerns are: *️⃣Health Hazard – Physical Health Risk – Fire Risk- Pest Infestations *️⃣Mental Health Issues – Isolation – Stress and Anxiety – Depression *️⃣Safety Concerns – Blocked Pathway – Structural damage to the property *️⃣Social & Community Issue – Impact on Neighbours – Increased Stain on Services *️⃣Legal & Regulatory Issues – Violation of Housing Codes – Eviction Risks To book your Safeguarding Hoarding Awareness Training Contact a friendly member of our team. ✉️info@theathenaprogramme.co.uk 📞07850885507 #HoardingAwarenessTraining

Do you know what the associated safeguarding issues around unsafe homes from tenants that hoard? 🏘️Hoarding is considered a significant problem if: 🏠The amount of clutter interferes with everyday living – for example, the person is unable to use their kitchen or bathroom and cannot access rooms 🏠The clutter is causing significant distress or negatively affecting the quality of life of the person or their family – for example, they become upset if someone tries to clear the clutter and their relationship suffers. The key concerns are: *️⃣Health Hazard – Physical Health Risk – Fire Risk- Pest Infestations *️⃣Mental Health Issues – Isolation – Stress and Anxiety – Depression *️⃣Safety Concerns – Blocked Pathway – Structural damage to the property *️⃣Social & Community Issue – Impact on Neighbours – Increased Stain on Services *️⃣Legal & Regulatory Issues – Violation of Housing Codes – Eviction Risks To book your Safeguarding Hoarding Awareness Training Contact a friendly member of our team. ✉️info@theathenaprogramme.co.uk 📞07850885507 #HoardingAwarenessTraining

Do you know what the associated safeguarding issues around unsafe homes from tenants that hoard? 🏘️Hoarding is considered a significant problem if: 🏠The amount of clutter interferes with everyday living – for example, the person is unable to use their kitchen or bathroom and cannot access rooms 🏠The clutter is causing significant distress or negatively affecting the quality of life of the person or their family – for example, they become upset if someone tries to clear the clutter and their relationship suffers. The key concerns are: *️⃣Health Hazard – Physical Health Risk – Fire Risk- Pest Infestations *️⃣Mental Health Issues – Isolation – Stress and Anxiety – Depression *️⃣Safety Concerns – Blocked Pathway – Structural damage to the property *️⃣Social & Community Issue – Impact on Neighbours – Increased Stain on Services *️⃣Legal & Regulatory Issues – Violation of Housing Codes – Eviction Risks To book your Safeguarding Hoarding Awareness Training Contact a friendly member of our team. ✉️info@theathenaprogramme.co.uk 📞07850885507 #HoardingAwarenessTraining

Do you know what the associated safeguarding issues around unsafe homes from tenants that hoard? 🏘️Hoarding is considered a significant problem if: 🏠The amount of clutter interferes with everyday living – for example, the person is unable to use their kitchen or bathroom and cannot access rooms 🏠The clutter is causing significant distress or negatively affecting the quality of life of the person or their family – for example, they become upset if someone tries to clear the clutter and their relationship suffers. The key concerns are: *️⃣Health Hazard – Physical Health Risk – Fire Risk- Pest Infestations *️⃣Mental Health Issues – Isolation – Stress and Anxiety – Depression *️⃣Safety Concerns – Blocked Pathway – Structural damage to the property *️⃣Social & Community Issue – Impact on Neighbours – Increased Stain on Services *️⃣Legal & Regulatory Issues – Violation of Housing Codes – Eviction Risks To book your Safeguarding Hoarding Awareness Training Contact a friendly member of our team. ✉️info@theathenaprogramme.co.uk 📞07850885507 #HoardingAwarenessTraining

🔍 Keeping up with Ofsted trends in residential care is crucial! 🏠 Ofsted's recent focus on residential care includes heightened scrutiny on key areas: - 📊 Staff-to-resident ratios and quality of care. - 📝 Effective safeguarding procedures. - 🏅 Promotion of young people's well-being. Look out for new inspection frameworks emphasising holistic care & support tailored to individuals. Stay ahead by prioritising staff training & robust safeguarding measures.🔒 Let's discuss: What strategies have you found effective in aligning with Ofsted's expectations in your care settings? #OfstedTrends #ResidentialCareInsights #StayCompliant

Due to the ever-changing nature of damp and mould issues, there’s currently no standardised approach for their reporting and remediation. Historically, dealing with damp and mould in social housing has relied on tenants self-reporting problems, followed by lengthy investigations and time-consuming site visits, potentially leading to costly repairs and compensation, and tenants feeling helpless and neglected. In his Spotlight Report, The Housing Ombudsman highlighted there needs to be a shift in the "culture, behaviour, and approach by [landlords] from being reactive to proactive, and from inferring blame to taking responsibility." This afternoon we’ll explore an alternative approach. #DampandMouldWeek #HousingOmbudsman #Culture #Behaviour #OldvsNew

Join us for a pivotal webinar, "Managing Maintenance in Council-Controlled Buildings," as we spark conversation on urgent issues brought to light by the tragic death of Awaab Ishak. The report on Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) paints a picture of neglect and disregard for residents' safety. In response, the government is acting with Awaab's Law, which aims to hold social housing landlords accountable for providing safe and habitable living conditions. As of yesterday, new regulations have come into effect for landlords which aim to deliver decent homes for residents. Landlords that fail to comply face penalties including change in management and fines.   Sponsored by Cornerstone, this webinar brings together the innovative minds of Dr Hector Altamirano-Medina (UCL), Richard Blakeway (Housing Ombudsman), Douglas Booker (National Air Quality testing services/ Lancaster University environment Centre) and David Bly (Cornerstone Management Services) By attending, you'll gain valuable insights into best practices for maintenance and learn proactive strategies to address issues like damp and mould before they escalate. Don't miss this critical opportunity to be part of the solution. Register now to secure your free place and join us in shaping a safer and healthier future for all residents. Together, we can make a meaningful difference and ensure that no one suffers due to inadequate housing conditions. Sign up today. Via the link - https://lnkd.in/eVaSWav8 #GovernmentBusiness #DampMould #SocialHousing #AwaabsLaw 

When it comes to Fair Housing, consistency is key. Best practices for your maintenance team include: * If you charge one resident for a lock change, you should charge all residents the same amount for the same service. * Respond to service requests in the order in which they were received. * Faster response to emergencies are expected, but be sure to clearly define and document what constitutes an emergency service request. * Document all correspondence with residents in your records. #WeAreGraceHill #FairHousing #FairHousingMonth #training #policy #compliance #propertymanagement #TuesdayTips