How WHiA is more than just a repair service for older people
From boiler repairs and leaking roofs to having a chat – WHiA is a lifeline to Warrington’s older residents as the nights draw in. The home improvement service is run by Warrington Housing Association for older, disabled or vulnerable people and families on low incomes who own their own homes or live in private rented […]
Navigating the benefits maze for mixed-aged couples
Recent changes to the welfare benefits system have created a minefield for couples nearing their retirement age, meaning they could be over £100 per week worse off if they make the wrong choices regarding which benefits to claim. To help residents understand their rights, our Money Advice Officer has put together a Q&A about how […]
Exciting changes in our Retirement Services Department this week!
Warrington Housing Association have launched a new and exciting Retirement Service open to those over 55 years old and living in or, near to our Retirement Accommodation. Our new approach is all about maintaining independence in a way that is right for you! With our agile Independent Living Coordinators, a 24/7 pull cord, giving peace […]
Q&A with Andrew Lewis, Development Manager
Warrington Housing Association has appointed its first ever Development Lead, Andrew Lewis. We asked him why the role has been taken in-house, what are WHA’s housing ambitions, and why Warrington is such a great place to live Andrew Lewis took up the role of Development Lead at Warrington Housing Association just as the pandemic was […]
Emily’s Day at Warrington Housing Association
Children have been spending a lot more time with their parents since Covid-19 arrived, whether in lockdown, quarantine, isolation, or just keeping a safe distance from the rest of the world. WHA customer service advisor Liz Corbett brought her daughter Emily to work just before she was due back in school for the first time […]
WHA backs Warrington Foodbank for fourth year running
WHA colleagues have raised £422 for Warrington Foodbank through dress down days and tuck shop sales. Colleagues, volunteers & members of Lifetime and tenants from all of our residential schemes, have also donated food & hygiene products throughout the year. Lynn Woodger, WHA Customer Service Advisor who has overseen the charity drive, said: “Warrington Foodbank […]
We are delighted to announce the successful go-live of our new housing & finance solution!
We have now gone live with a new housing, property services and finance system, set to improve our tenants’ and colleagues’ experiences. At the start of this year, we commissioned Designer Software’s HomeMaster suite of products, including Housing Management, Property Services, Tenant and Contractor Portals, Finance and Component Accounting, with the aim of delivering outstanding […]
Mum says housing association helped save her and her family’s life
Now in its eighth year, #HousingDay celebrates ‘the importance of home’, the key role a decent, safe and genuinely affordable home plays in people’s lives. Not many understand the real meaning of a true home more than Warrington Housing Association tenant Margaret who has lived through the trauma of childhood abuse, foster care and bereavement, […]
Further Coronavirus Update for Warrington Residents
Further restrictions for Warrington residents have been introduced by the Government following recent increases in cases throughout the North West of England. Please read Warrington Borough Councils update on restrictions here: https://www.warrington.gov.uk/coronavirus-restrictions-warrington The Additional Warrington Measures: From midnight on Friday 2 October, new regulations around social contact in Warrington You must not (unless they’re in […]
Important Coronavirus Update for Warrington Residents
New restrictions have been introduced in Warrington in response to a sharp increase in the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the borough. Please check out the Warrington Borough Council new restrictions FAQ https://www.warrington.gov.uk/coronavirus-restrictions-warrington The Restrictions From Tuesday 22 September 2020, the new regulations in Warrington mean: · No mixing of separate households in one house […]
