How we are working Together With Tenants to make WHA policies even better
We have been an early adopter of the National Housing Federation’s Together with Tenants Charter – but we found you may not have all the answers if you are not asking the right questions. The “aim of creating a stronger, more balanced relationship with tenants and residents” is something we historically held dear and is even more […]
Our residents are learning new skills
Self-isolation and social distancing can be a great time to learn new skills, as proven by one of our Lowry Close resident’s, Margaret Whitley. As an avid baker, Margaret regularly bakes sweet treats for her neighbours, aswell as helping to supply the Lowry Close Coffee mornings and LifeTime’s Cake Club. However, she had never baked […]
Money Matters – Anonymous Resident
“I was 19, a single mum with a baby, estranged from my parents and my ex-boyfriend threw me out. I didn’t know where to turn. Luckily I managed to get into temporary accommodation with Warrington Council, and was fortunate enough to be offered a permanent home with Warrington Housing Association. When I received the keys […]
Money Matters – Bob and Doris’ Story
We were referred to Steven for a benefits check after using the services of Warrington Home Information & Improvement Agency for advice about a number of minor repairs to our home. Steven came to our house and looked at our income to see if there was anything else we could claim. He realised that Doris […]
Teenage apprentice happy he took the plunge – a year into his job role
This time last year Jordan Mahoney was a 16-year-old pupil, studying at St Gregory’s High School, and revising for his GCSE exams. What a difference a year makes! You may remember that Jordan secured an apprenticeship with Ashley & McDonough Ltd – our heating contractor. The teenager wanted to follow in his Grandad’s footsteps, as he […]
Money Matters: Andrew & Eileen’s Story
We approached Steven for help after Eileen became very ill. We were struggling to cope with extra expenses after she came out of hospital and had no idea how we were going to afford to pay for the adaptations we needed at home. The benefits system seemed like a minefield to us and we had […]
Historic coach house rolls into the 21st century after WHA conversion
The team at WHA are delighted to have had the privilege of converting an unused Coach House, which dates back to the 1880s, into a stunning two-bedroom property earlier this year. The new tenants – mum Tracey Thompson and her daughter Holly – are absolutely delighted to have been offered the property – especially as the area holds a […]
“People should be aware of this…”
– WHA resident, Graham Sankey, warns others of a pension pot pitfall that could leave you out of pocket Our Money Advice Officer Steven Higham has been busy supporting our residents to take control of their money matters – and recently helped Graham Sankey avoid losing his Housing Benefit by making him aware of his […]
WHiA and LifeTime Teams Set Up Stall at Disability Awareness Day
The sun was out at Walton Hall Gardens for Disability Awareness Day and our WHiA team was there to talk about how we can help people with a disability to live well in their homes with suitable adaptions and repairs. Joining the WHiA team was our LifeTime team, who help people in the borough to […]
#WeCare
We Care We’re proud to be part of PlaceShapers 2018 We Care campaign. We Care shows the extensive ways in which PlaceShaper members care for their communities. It uncovers the true scale of our work, the breadth of caring services we provide and the impact we’re having on people’s lives, every day. The campaign launches […]
