The Barnet Group's Disability Forum recently welcomed in the new year with open discussions on how we can support those with a visible or non-visible disability, neurodiversity and supporting their mental health wellbeing. The Group are raising awareness of what it is like to walk in others shoes and changing the perception of what disability [...]
One of the biggest challenges that residents can face in their home is dampness, which can lead to the growth of mould and other health hazards. There are simple things you can do in your home to keep it healthy and manage damp, mould and condensation. About damp and condensation Damp can be caused by: [...]
A huge shout out to our amazing adaptations contractor Effectable, who have gone over and above, with their social value community investment into a re-decoration project at Minerva House, which is our women and children’s refuge hostel. The property has been given a new lease of life with a fresh coat of paint throughout all [...]
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In a resounding display of community unity, the Barnet Together Alliance Conference 2023 unfolded as a monumental success. Held within the Borough’s largest museum, the Royal Air Force Museum, Hendon, on October 2, 2023, the event was an opportunity for the local Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise Sector (VCFSE) to network, share and have [...]
About the service Barnet Council has launched the Community Skip Service to help residents get rid of large unwanted items. New dates and locations have now been added - find out where your nearest skip is by using this link. This service is free to use and is available to all residents across the borough. [...]
Barnet Homes has been working on the Local Authority Delivery Phase 3 (LAD3) on sustainable warmth to increase the heat efficiency of residents' homes. We have worked hard to ensure each qualifying household could benefit from having energy efficiency improvements installed under this Government-funded scheme. However, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has advised [...]
Technology doesn't have to be difficult Do you need help searching for jobs, shopping online safely, managing your NHS healthcare choices? Perhaps you want to get information council services? Or maybe you just want to learn how to turn on your tablet so you can chat to loved ones around the world? BOOST can help you get [...]
