Wandle Housing Association

A group of green fingered residents in Croydon have transformed their communal space into a bountiful garden.

Gloria, a Wandle resident living in Wingate Crescent in Croydon was fed up with the amount of drug-related crime and fly-tipping that was taking place outside her home. The illegal activity went undetected for so long because perpetrators were obscured by overgrown bushes.

She reached breaking point in 2016, when her son was mugged on his way home. Already a member of Mitcham Common Litter Pickers, she reached out to her neighbours to join her in a communal litter pick of Wingate Crescent.

It was then decided that the outdoor space could be transformed into an urban vegetable patch that could encourage the local community to grow their own vegetables and improve their wellbeing.

Gloria contacted Croydon Council for funding to kick-start the project, as well as enlisting the super talented Marcus who has helped transformed the once neglected space into an incredible garden that feeds the local community. In addition, the residents of Wingate Crescent feel safer due to the decrease in anti-social behaviour and littering.

Most recently, Soul food garden won our annual Greenfingers gardening competition for best communal garden. They plan to build a greenhouse with their competition money so they can continue to grow crops throughout the winter months.

If you would live to follow Soul Food Garden, you can find them on Instagram by searching .

Read how we helped a family experiencing domestic abuse, and how they are now safe from harm. https://bit.ly/3XRN9lQ

An average of 2.3 million people in England and Wales endure domestic abuse every year. It’s very likely that someone you work with, or employ will experience abuse at some point in their lifetime.

The last few years has changed how we work, and many of us now work a hybrid pattern between home and the office. For those experiencing domestic abuse, these changes to the workforce have been particularly difficult to navigate.

Make sure you know the signs > https://bit.ly/3VfGShO

An average of 2.3 million people in England and Wales endure domestic abuse every year. It’s very likely that someone you work with, or employ will experience abuse at some point in their lifetime.

The last few years has changed how we work, and many of us now work a hybrid pattern between home and the office. For those experiencing domestic abuse, these changes to the workforce have been particularly difficult to navigate.

Make sure you know the signs >

We are supporting this year’s 16 days of activism against gender-based violence campaign. The theme for this year is .

Over the next two weeks, we will be sharing information and case studies to educate about domestic abuse, different displays of abuse, how to spot the signs as well as where to access help.

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, find out how we can support you here > https://bit.ly/3UW34O7

Today is and we stand up to violence against women. We are a safe space where you or anyone in your community can access the help and information you need. We will do everything we can to support you.

Read more how you can get involved - White Ribbon UK or https://whiteribbon.org.uk/day

Today our Contact Centre team are in training, and will only be able to respond to emergency calls.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused. If your enquiry isn't urgent, please consider emailing [email protected], use MyWandle to register your query, or phone us another day.

Tomorrow, Thursday 24 November, our Contact Centre team are in training, and will only be able to respond to emergency calls.

If your enquiry isn't urgent, please consider emailing [email protected], use MyWandle to register your query, or phone us another day.

We have published the Autumn edition of Wandle News.

The UK is facing a very difficult time, and we know many of our residents are worried about the rise in energy bills, food, and other essentials. We have put together this special edition of our newsletter to provide as much information as possible on where to seek support.

We have also included information about our Christmas opening hours, as well as the rise in domestic abuse during the World Cup.

Read it here > https://bit.ly/3tANgnS

We have published the Autumn edition of Wandle News.

The UK is facing a very difficult time, and we know many of our residents are worried about the rise in energy bills, food, and other essentials.

We have put together this special edition of our newsletter to provide as much information as possible on where to seek support.

We have also included information about our Christmas opening hours, as well as the rise in domestic abuse during the World Cup.

You can read a digital copy here > https://bit.ly/3hENbwu

We have published our Resident's Annual Report which details what we have been up to over the last twelve months. Thank you to our customer experience panel for working with us to create this report. You can read it here > https://bit.ly/3twItUk.

📢Apply until tomorrow 👥 Become one of the resident voices at the top level.

We’re looking for a new Board member that takes strategic decisions about all aspects of what we do.

More info ▶️ https://www.wandle.com/could-you-join-our-board/

📅Deadline: Tomorrow Tuesday 15 November

Today is an opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

We recently provided £10k of funding to the Age Friendly Social Housing Programme.

Delivered by HACT in partnership with the National Lottery Community Fund, to support social landlords, local agencies, and communities to work together to improve opportunities and outcomes for people aged over 50 in Southwark.

The UK is facing a loneliness epidemic, and the over 55’s are considered an ‘at risk’ group of experiencing social isolation. As an established landlord, we can play a significant role in creating age friendly communities, providing homes and a range of services to support people to age well in the place they call home.

The two-year programme will involve us working alongside residents to create new activities and services for our over 50s and enhance existing age friendly provision and testing new approaches to tackle social isolation and loneliness.

We would like to hear from Wandle residents over the age of 50 and living in Southwark, about any activities and services they would be interested in. To get in touch, email [email protected].

On this Remembrance Day, we honour the service of all our veterans who sacrifice their lives for peace. Let’s pause in silence for two minutes at 11 am to remember them.

📢👥Few days left to apply❗ Could you be our new board member?

We are governed by a Board, and we’re looking for a new member that takes strategic decisions about all aspects of what we do.

More info ▶️ https://www.wandle.com/could-you-join-our-board/

📅Deadline: Next Tuesday 15 November

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This Saturday (5 November) is Bonfire Night, and whilst it is a fun Autumnal celebration for many, for others, the noise can be distressing. It’s important to respect your elderly neighbours and those with young children and pets at this time of year.

Below are some tips to keep everyone safe.

Never have a bonfire on your balcony or in communal gardens.
Don’t let off fireworks from your balcony.
The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by going to an organised displayed. Check your local council website for displays in your area.
If you are hosting your own fireworks party, tell your neighbours, especially those with pets who will be affected by the noise.
Children should never play with or light any fireworks.
Sparklers should be lit at one at a time and held at arm’s length. Wear gloves when handling sparklers and supervise children at all times. Don’t give sparklers to children under five.
Please avoid using drink or drugs before or when using fireworks.
Keep your pets indoors during firework displays, with the curtains closed and gentle music play to mask the noise. The RSPCA offer more advice on keeping animals calm during fireworks night.

For more information, see the Fire Service’s advice.

Firework Safety Firework Safety Advice Having fireworks at home can be great fun, as long as they are used safely. Figures show more children rather than adults get hurt by fireworks. Over the past few years over 350 pre-school children, some only a year old, were treated in hospital for fireworks injuries. Be safe...

Support is available for Southwark residents struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.

📢👥Become one of the resident voices at the top level.

We are governed by a Board, and we’re looking for a new member that takes strategic decisions about all aspects of what we do.

More info ▶️ https://www.wandle.com/could-you-join-our-board/

📅Deadline: Tuesday 15 November

🍔Eat for less this winter

There are ways to tighten the purse strings and still enjoy life. Check out below a list of money saving websites and apps which can be used to save money on delicious food.

▶️https://www.wandle.com/eat-for-less-this-winter/

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The Government must help people who are already struggling in the cost-of- living crisis. As Placeshapers we are calling on the Government to do more Chartered Institute of Housing

▶️ https://www.placeshapers.org/five-measures-for-fairness-and-sustainability/

Tomorrow, Thursday 27 October, our Contact Centre team are in training, and will only be able to respond to emergency calls.

If your enquiry isn't urgent, please consider emailing [email protected], use MyWandle to register your query, or phone us another day.

💸🆘Living debt-free again

Our income team had success with a longstanding rent arrears case, while supporting a resident.

If you are struggling with your finances and paying your rent, please do not ignore rising debts and contact us. We can help with advice on paying your arrears.

Read Mr H's story ▶️

A win for Wandle’s income team - Wandle Housing Association A Wandle resident can finally live debt-free.

🤝Moving on up with the Helping Hand Fund

We recently supported a resident in dire straits after the death of his mother.

The Helping Hand Fund is available to all residents who are financially struggling. It provides vouchers for food and other household items.

Read the story and learn more on how to apply ⬇️

Moving on up - Wandle Housing Association A new start for an elderly resident.

Time for change: action not words

One of the best ways to start the change is by supporting Black-Owned Businesses. We are encouraging our team to visit their local black-own business.

Have you visited your local business already? Find your nearest one:
▶️https://www.blackownedlondon.com/map/
▶️https://londontheinside.com/black-owned-businesses-in-london/

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📢👥Could you join our Board?

We are currently looking for our next Resident Board Member – could you provide strategic direction to Wandle, and oversee and scrutinise our operations? If so, apply today!

Wandle proudly supports people across south London who need a home. That is why we were formed in 1967, and why we exist today. Since then, we have grown into an organisation with over 7,000 homes across nine south London boroughs and almost 200 staff.

Wandle is governed by a Board of Management, that takes strategic decisions about all aspects of what we do. It’s important that we have a resident voice at this top level, and we’re recruiting for this role now.

More info ▶️ https://www.wandle.com/current-vacancies/

📅Deadline: Tuesday 15 November

To celebrate the contribution Black people have made to London and the UK, we’re sharing the Black History Tube map – a tribute to key figures in our history. Southwark station, the nearest one to our new office, is a tribute to BlackOut UK, a not-for-profit social enterprise run and owned by a volunteer collective of black gay men.

Who does your nearest Tube station celebrate?

Black history Tube map - Experience London We’ve teamed up with the Black Cultural Archives to launch the first ever Black History Tube map. 🚇

🆘💸Hundreds of residents have benefitted from our . In one of our residents’ words: “When met with such acts of kindness it gives me hope that there are good people in the world. You don't know the difference you have made”. Read our latest story here ▶️ https://www.wandle.com/better-days-ahead/

If you are experiencing serious financial difficulties, we can help you by providing vouchers for food and other household items. You can apply by emailing [email protected]

▶️https://www.wandle.com/support-well-being/helping-hand-fund/

👋Welcome to our new office

We're very excited to welcome you to our new office:
📍Second Floor, 230 Blackfriars Road, SE1 8NW

Our phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same, and our opening hours will remain 8 am – 6 pm Monday to Friday.

, new opportunities to provide services you can trust.

A great way of taking some action and starting the change is supporting Black people thriving in art, music, and business. Join one of the many events that celebrate this .

And you, what are you doing to start the change?

Find the nearest one ⬇️

Black History in Greater London - Official Black History Month events in Greater London for during 2022. Black History in Greater London - Official Black History Month events in Greater London for during 2022. Black History Month 2022 is the central point of focus for a celebration of black history arts and culture in London for 2022

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We’re excited to celebrate and support this year’s theme. We are proud to start the change by raising awareness within our team. Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing ideas of how you can start the change too.

And you, what are you doing to start the change?