In this newsletter:
- Rent Letters
- Dementia Housing
- Top tips for keeping your community tidy
- International Women's Day
- Debt Awareness Week
- UK Says No More
- Housing Facebook Group
- Property of the Month
- GO Green Challenge
- Support Available
- COVID Updates
Rent Letters
If you are one of our tenants, within in the next few days you should receive your rent notification letter.
This letter will confirm the rent (and management charge if applicable) payable by you from 5th April 2021. Furthermore, the letter also contains information on:
- Paying by Standing order
- Housing Benefits
- Universal Credit
- Rent free weeks for 2021/2022
For more information please visit the 'Your Rent' web page.
Dementia Friendly Homes Completed
Two new dementia friendly bungalows have been completed on the site of the former Beeston Market, ready for new occupants to move in shortly.
The new occupants have said, “We are so looking forward to moving into the new bungalow. It will make such a difference to us and enable my husband to gain back some of his independence.”
The homes, on Willoughby Street, have been developed by Broxtowe Borough Council as part of its House Building Delivery Plan which is designed to meet the housing needs of the local community.
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The homes include:
- Open plan living with good visual connection of spaces.
- Detailed design will address visual clarity, appropriate colours & contrasts, ergonomic handles/supports and a variety of visual keys.
The properties have also been built to high energy efficiency standards and include photovoltaic panels and air source heat pumps with under floor heating to help us with our target to become carbon neutral by 2027.
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Top Tips for Keeping Your Community Tidy
With many of us spending more time at home, the home projects have become reality. Which can mean more waste is created! So, here are some top tips to help you reduce waste and keep your community tidy.
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Bulky Items? Use our service to get rid of those items quickly. Visit our Bulky Waste Webpage for more details.
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Don't throw it in the 'communal areas'. Don't need it? Get rid. Recycling centres are open!
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Grab some house plants. They brighten up your home and provide clean air.
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Report it. See any fly tipping, repairs or missed bins etc... report it and we'll sort it. If you want to report anything to do with roads, please contact Nottingham County Council.
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Tidy up that Garden. You can enjoy the space you have created by getting your garden summer ready.
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International Women's Day Monday 8th March
 International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women's achievements or rally for women's equality.
#ChoosetoChallenge is the theme for this years International Women's Day. We can choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. We can choose to seek out and celebrate women's achievements.
Collectively, we can all help create an inclusive world.
For more information on International Women's Day visit the website!
Look out for ways you can get involved via our Social Media account and Email Me Bulletins!
UK Says No More
7th - 13th March
 UK SAYS NO MORE is a national campaign to raise awareness to end domestic abuse and sexual violence across the UK.
The campaign provides open-source tools and resources for individuals and organisations to take action and get involved in making a difference. Together we can challenge the myths and misconceptions around these issues, share resources and information, and ultimately work together to make real positive change.
Be part of the response by Believing, Responding and Referring.
For more information and how to get involved visit the UK SAYS NO MORE website.
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Can you spot the signs of those suffering through Domestic Abuse?
They may:
- Be withdrawn
- Tread on egg-shells especially around their partner
- Constantly be checking in with their partner
- Have explanations for injuries that don't add up
- Cancel or fail to show up to arrangements
If you or someone you know is experiencing these signs please seek advice.
Debt Awareness Week
22nd - 28th March
This is an annual campaign to help people open up and talk about debt, find support and share their stories.
It's really important to talk to someone about Debt and the struggles you are facing. Did you know we offer a FREE financial advice service for our customers?
Our Financial Inclusion Officers can assist customers with:
- completing financial statements to establish debt management options
- completing welfare benefit checks
- completing welfare benefit forms
- challenging and appealing welfare benefits.
To find out more visit the Financial Inclusion webpage, email financial.inclusion@broxtowe.gov.uk or call 0115 917 7777.
You can also find further debt support through, Citizens Advice (CAB), Step Change and the Money Advice Service.
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Housing Community Facebook Group
 Have your say the easy way, at a time that suits you!
Our next question to our members is around the topic of Garages.
A reminder that when you request to join you MUST answer all the questions so we are able to verify you are a Housing customer. If the requested information is not provided, your request will be declined.
This will make sure only our Housing Customers are accepted and help to ensure the group is a safe and welcoming environment.
Property of the Month
Hopkins Court
Great location and in walking distance to Eastwood Town Centre
- Close to local amenities
- Onsite Parking
- Private accommodation with fitted kitchen and bathroom
- 24 Hour Tunstall Call System
- Social Activities delivered by Activities Co-ordinators
- Secure door entry system
- Communal Lounge with kitchen facilities
- Personalised contact with Independent Living Co-ordinators
Properties available now!
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Go Green Challenge
 It's nearly a new month and if you fancy a new challenge to help you get through lockdown, why not join our #GoGreenChallenge?
We'll send you 6 challenges over 6 weeks. Find out more and get signed up at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/gogreenchallenge
Support Available
Support to get essential supplies
If you are vulnerable and need help to get food, medicine or community support, please get in touch with the Nottinghamshire Community Support Hub www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/coronaviruscommunityhub or call 0300 500 80 80
Financial support
In some circumstances, if you are required by law to self-isolate, you may be supported by a payment of £500, payable from Broxtowe Borough Council. Find out more about this scheme and other financial support at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/testandtracepayment or call 0115 917 7777
Mental health
The impact of the pandemic on you and your loved ones and not being able to enjoy all of the activities you would normally be involved in can all have an impact on your health. It is important to remember to look after yourself. Useful resources to support you, your family and friends can be found at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/wellbeing or call the Nottinghamshire Mental Health Helpline between 9.00am and 1.00pm, seven days a week on 0300 555 0730.
Accessing NHS services
If you have symptoms or a health concern you are worried about, please contact your GP practice. GP practices are still open and there for you. When you call your practice, you may be offered a consultation online or over the phone. If they feel they need to see you in person, they will invite you in for a face to face appointment. Read more for guidance at https://nottsccg.nhs.uk/covid-19/gp-appointment-guidance/
COVID Updates
The easiest way to stay up to date is by checking our dedicated Coronavirus webpages.
They contain useful information on:
We also share daily updates on our social media accounts and will be sending you this email bulletin monthly.
Myth Buster
The test involves taking a swab of the nose and throat. You may experience some mild discomfort and you may feel a gagging sensation, but it should not hurt. The test itself only takes a few seconds.
Share this
Please share the information in this email bulletin with friends, family, neighbours and colleagues to help us pass on these important messages, particularly if they're not online.
Please also encourage anyone who isn't already subscribed to this Email Me Service to sign up at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/emailme so they can receive these updates.
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