Barnet Homes has been supporting its customers and the wider community during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have recently supported the St Barnabus Church Foodbank with a £500 donation. Helen Shannon from the church said: "Food poverty has grown especially for families and we wanted start a foodbank that would maximise the benefit to them. So [...]
This year we want to recognise and truly thank all our residents that have gone above and beyond in supporting their fellow neighbours across our communities, especially during COVID-19. We also want to take the time to appreciate the hard work of local community groups and the voluntary sector in supporting our elderly and most [...]
The Minister of Housing has written to all social housing residents in England, setting out the measures that are in place to support social housing residents during the next phase towards reopening society. You can view the website on gov.uk here.
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week. The theme of this year's event is kindness. Below is some information provided by the Mental Health Foundation which could help you or someone you know during this difficult time. Introduction You may recognise the expression “it is better to give than receive”, but did you know this is backed up by research? People who are kind and compassionate see clear benefits to their wellbeing and happiness. They may even live longer. Kindness can also help reduce [...]
COVID-19 is having a significant impact on all of us, whether at home or at work. Sadly many Barnet residents have lost their income, struggling financially, lacking food to feed their families or can afford to buy daily essentials. Barnet Homes is part of a borough-wide steering group, ensuring families, the elderly and most vulnerable [...]
During these unprecedented times, we have seen community groups come together and help the most vulnerable in their societies. Just one of these groups is OneStonegrove, based in Edgware. The group, run by the Stonegrove Community Trust has so far helped their neighbours by providing: 2,749 meals (1,777 to 12 community organisations and 972 meals [...]
The Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic is causing a considerable amount of uncertainty and concern for the public. We want to assure you that the health and wellbeing of our customers and staff is our utmost priority at this time. Please continue to follow government advice, and stay indoors whenever possible. The details in this letter are [...]
For those in receipt of welfare benefits, this can be a concerning time. We have provided some usual information below. Domestic abuse There is no excuse for domestic abuse. If you are a victim, if you feel at risk, or if you are concerned about a friend, relative or neighbour, call us. You can also [...]
Last updated 24 March Due to the Coronavirus outbreak we are conscious many of our residents are likely to suffer a financial impact if they are forced to take unpaid leave, redundancy, work as a temp through an agency or work under a zero hours contract with many company's closing for a number of weeks. [...]
Latest update: 24 March 2020 Please check this page regularly for updates on the arrangements the Department for Work and Pensions is making to support those who are affected by coronavirus. Friday’s announcement saw changes announced on Universal Credit, Local Housing Allowance, Working Tax Credit and the introduction of the Coronavirus job retention scheme. Updates [...]
