In this newsletter:

• Stay Social in Independent Living
• Debt Awareness Week
• Stop Domestic Abuse
• International Women's Day
• Condensation and Damp
• Have You Got Contents Insurance?
• Housing Jargon Buster: Lettings
• Find Us in Your Local Area

Stay Social in Independent Living

Broxtowe’s Independent Living Service offers comfortable and affordable housing. Furthermore, our Independent Living homes have a real neighbourhood feel so no one ever feels like a stranger.

There’s also a whole range of social activities for tenants to get involved in. However, there’s no pressure – tenants can participate as much or as little as they like.

Activities include:

• Fitness Sessions and Games Clubs
• Reminiscence Discussions
• Lunch Clubs and Afternoon Teas
• Gardening and Walking Clubs
• Plus much more!

Interested? Find out more by visiting the Independent Living Service 

Check out our new video on why Independent Living is a great choice!

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Debt Awareness Week

20th - 26th March

This year’s Debt Awareness Week will focus on the fact that debt can happen to anyone.

We want to help people feel comfortable asking for the help they need, and ease any worries they may have about being judged, or feeling ashamed or embarrassed.

The fact is, anyone can fall into debt - and for all kinds of reasons. This means, even if your money worries leave you feeling lonely, you're not alone.

Did you know Housing tenants have the opportunity to chat to one of our Financial Inclusion Officers? Our Officers can help support you in many ways from help with Benefits, debts and budgeting issues. Our Financial Inclusion Officers will be at the Cost of Living events: 1 March: Middle Street Centre from 1pm - 3pm 22 March: Rumbletums Cafe from 11.30am - 1.30pm They will be on hand to discuss any financial struggles you may be facing and will be able to book a further appointment to provide ongoing  more detailed advice and support.  Take a look at the Financial Inclusion page for more information on the service.  Back to the top

Say No to Domestic Abuse

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. It 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• May be withdrawn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

If you or someone you know is experiencing these signs please seek advice.

NO MORE Week, 5th - 12th March Come together to raise awareness of domestic abuse and sexual violence, inspiring individuals, organisations, and communities to make change. 1 in 5 adults aged 16 and over have experienced domestic abuse since the age of 16. If you need to call a domestic abuse support service/helpline in private, you can use a #safespace in pharmacies and banks.  Find your nearest one Back to the top

International Women's Day

8th March

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated.

Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #EmbraceEquity. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination.

Take action to drive gender parity. IWD belongs to everyone, everywhere. Inclusion means all IWD action is valid.

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Condensation and Damp

If you find dampness within your home, the main causes may be condensation, rising damp, penetrating damp, plumbing faults or broken pipes.

Condensation can occur in any room of a property, in cupboards, corners of rooms, or behind furniture where air movement is restricted.  Condensation will usually occur on a cold surface.

Download our handy guide to get tips on how to prevent condensation in your property, including how to:

• Stop moist air spreading through your home
• Ensure good ventilation
• Provide reasonable heating

The guide also provides information relating to causes of damp within a property. Condensation and Dampness Guide

If you are experiencing damp and mould within your property, please let us know and send us some photos (if you can): email damp&mould@broxtowe.gov.uk or call 0115 917 7777 Option 2.  

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Have You Got Contents Insurance?

As a tenant you may believe we automatically insure your furniture, belongings and decorations against fire, vandalism or water damage such as burst pipes but this is not the case.

We strongly advise you to take out household contents insurance. You can do this either through making your own private arrangements or by printing and completing the application form below. Once complete, the form needs to be returned to RSA – Uris Group directly using the details on the form.

Contents Insurance

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Housing Jargon Buster: Lettings

Sometimes you may hear a few housing terms that you're not quite sure on. Each month we will share some terms that tenants have found confusing. 

Here's a few of them in lettings:

Void: empty property waiting to be let.

Bid: The way to be considered for a certain home. Read the 'How to Bid' webpage for further information.

Cycle: the length of time you have to bid on a property. Our weekly advertising cycle starts on a Thursday and closes on a Tuesday.

Are there any more you've heard and want to know what it means? Send us an email at housingengagement@broxtowe.gov.uk 

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Find Us in Your Local Area

Housing will be attending a variety of events in the next month. Come along and find out more about services available for all residents. 

Upcoming Events

Have you attended one of our 'RIG on the Move' evening meetings yet? Why not come along to our next one?

Tuesday 28th February from 5.30pm - 7pm at Westbourne Court, Trenton Close, Bramcote, NG9 3JX

Open to all tenants and leaseholders, both General Needs and Independent Living. 

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For more information visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/housing
E: housing@broxtowe.gov.uk T: 0115 917 7777