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Broxtowe Mediation Partnership
This Partnership offers free, impartial and unbiased support to individuals to help them explore ways in which their conflict may be resolved.
It's a safe, neutral and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to talk through issues with a view to long term resolution.
This a partnership between Citizen Advice Broxtowe, Broxtowe Youth Homeless and Broxtowe Borough Council.
Find out how you can access the service by visiting Broxtowe Mediation Partnership.
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Can You Spot the Signs?
Domestic abuse isn't just physical. It's about someone you know trying to control your life. This could be a partner, ex-partner, or someone in the family.
Abuse can be financial, psychological, emotional or sexual.
Can you spot the signs?
- May be withdrawn
- Tread on egg-shells especially around their partner
- Constantly checking in with their partner
- Explanations for injuries that don't add up
- Cancelling or failing to show up to arrangements
- If you or someone you know is experiencing these signs please seek advice.
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What is Independent Living?
Broxtowe’s Independent Living Service offers comfortable and affordable accommodation for people who are 60+, along with a Tunstall system which provides 24 hours a day access to an emergency response centre.
Moving in to one of our quality apartments gives you peace of mind. There is also the opportunity to join in with social activities and build friendships by using the communal facilities.
You will have a feeling of being safe and secure, without the burden of having to maintain a larger property on your own
Interested? Find out by visiting the Independent Living Service webpage.
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STAR Winner
 Thank you to all our tenants and leaseholders who completed and returned their STAR (Survey of Tenants and Residents). We are really grateful to everyone who has shared their views of Housing services with us.
We are delighted to announce the winner of the Amazon Fire Tablet, picked at random from all surveys completed.
And the winner is...
Dave Lyon
a tenant in Beeston
Dave said: 'I'm still getting used to the tablet but naturally winning was a very pleasant surprise!'
Plans are being developed in response to the STAR results and we will be sharing details of these once they have been finalised.
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Housing Annual Report
Did you know the Council received £16.4 million of income into the Housing Revenue Account, including rents and service charges?
The Housing Annual Report sets out where the money came from and how it was spent maintaining our properties.
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Take Care of You
Time to talk Day - Thursday 3rd February
It's hard enough to experience mental health problems, without having to face the judgement, shame and isolation that often surrounds them. That's why we want to end mental health discrimination.
Conversations have the power to change lives - helping to create supportive communities where we can talk openly about mental health and feel empowered to seek help when we need it.
Find out how you can get involved with the nations biggest mental health conversation here.
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Well for Work
Join the well for work programme where they support people facing barriers, whether it's mental health, or financial struggles, special education need, disabilities or when English isn't your first language.
They can support to get training, work and advice in a range of areas.
Interested? Email housingengagement@broxtowe.gov.uk or call 0115 917 7777
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Rent Free Weeks
Each year there are four weeks that are rent free. There are normally two weeks in March and two weeks in December. To see the most up to date rent free week visit - Your Rent.
However, if you're in rent arrears, you must continue to pay your rent through the rent free weeks. Need to discuss your account? Chat to our Income Team on 0115 917 7777.
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Garage of the Month
Lark Close, Chilwell
Moving House? Why not rent one of our garages to store your belongings whilst you move.
There’s no contract, you can rent for as long or as short as you need.
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Property of the Month
The Spinney
Close to Kimberley Town Centre, with great bus links and a local shop.
What do you get at The Spinney?
Private accommodation with fitted kitchen and bathroom
Onsite Parking
Lift
Laundry Room
Access to 2 quiet rooms
Social activities delivered by Activities Co-ordinators
24 Hours Tunstall Call System
Communal lounge with facilities
Personalised contact with Independent Living Co-ordinators
Properties available now!
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