Short community walks to build confidence and fitness – Starting soon!
Warrington Voluntary Action are organising walks within our communities to help local people to get out and about again. The walks are very short (approximately 10 – 20 minutes depending on ability levels) and are aimed at individuals who would like to build their confidence and fitness safely and gradually. Following the short walk the group […]
WHA Summer Newsletter
What the £20 a week cut to Universal Credit will mean to one WHA resident
Many will be aware that the government is planning to cut universal credit and working tax credit by £20 a week in October even though this money has been a lifeline for families across the country during the pandemic. It was brought in because the government recognised that families needed more to live on. Many […]
Universal Credit Update – Self-Employed
A recent change to Universal Credit for self-employed claimants could mean their payments will reduce. Our Money Advice Officer explains what’s changing and what you can do about it. What’s the issue? In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Government changed the law from 30 March 2020 to give Universal Credit Work Coaches extra powers […]
Mayor of Warrington performs sod-cutting ceremony to celebrate the start of construction of new affordable homes in Penketh
Warrington Housing Association has started the build of 30 new homes for affordable rent on the site of the former Penketh Tavern. To celebrate, a sod-cutting ceremony was performed by the Mayor of Warrington, Mrs. Maureen Creaghan. These new homes on Greystone Road are for people aged 55 and over and will be ready for […]
Meet our new Customer Experience Manager Sarah Whyment who is championing our commitment to our residents’ quality of living
In November last year, the Government published the social housing white paper which was developed to ensure that any customers living in social housing are in a safe environment, with good quality homes, and that they are listened to – with a process in place for any issues or complaints they may have. Just […]
A move to Lyon Court inspires return of much loved hobby
We have no doubt that there are many artistic, creative and talented people who live in our properties, so it came as no surprise when we learnt that one of our tenants at Lyon Court, Diana Delooze was a lover of writing poetry and had in fact written one about her time there. Diana […]
Staying safe during a heatwave
Whilst some people look forward to what summer brings, lots if sunshine and lovely days. For others such as older, younger or those with health concerns the heat can cause problems whilst at home or out and about. Visit the NHS Summer health page or the Met Office heat health page for more information about […]
Meet WHA’s new Asset and Compliance Officer – Mark Siviter
Mark Siviter joined Warrington Housing Association as an Asset and Compliance Officer in February 2021.Here he talks to us about his role, gives us a brief insight into his past job roles, and how he spends his time away from the office. Mark, tell us about your role as an asset and compliance officer for […]
Happy retirement Lynn Woodger – well deserved after almost 20 years of service at WHA
Lynn Woodger, Customer Service Advisor, started working for Warrington Housing Association in 2002 and has been an important part of the team ever since. With her she brought a wealth of knowledge and invaluable life experience including running her own very successful hotel and working in a GP surgery. Lynn has now been […]
