Work starts on £15.5m affordable housing scheme in Halifax

March 3, 2021 / helloitssarahdyer

Work has started on the construction of over 100 affordable family homes on the Beech Hill estate in Halifax. The development includes a mix of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes, which will be available for affordable rent via Together Housing Group. The project will also include a cycle route, landscaping, public open space, parking … Continue reading Work starts on £15.5m affordable housing scheme in Halifax

National Empty Homes Week

February 15, 2021 / helloitssarahdyer

Support available to make an empty house a home This Empty Homes Week (15-24 February), Calderdale Council is highlighting the ways in which it encourages and supports owners to bring new life into their empty properties. There are currently around 1700 empty properties in Calderdale. This figure has increased over the last 12 months, potentially … Continue reading National Empty Homes Week

Support for low income households who struggle to heat their homes

February 12, 2020February 11, 2020 / helloitssarahdyer

Low income households and people living with long term or chronic health conditions are at greater risk of secondary illness as result of living in a cold home. Living in a cold home over a long period can also raise blood pressure and cause stiffness in joints, increasing the risks of trips & falls, respiratory … Continue reading Support for low income households who struggle to heat their homes

Accelerating Community-led Housing in Calderdale FREE support and advice

December 23, 2019December 16, 2019 / helloitssarahdyer

All over the country, community-led housing groups are springing up and tackling the housing crisis head on, delivering quality, affordable homes that meet local needs. The Government has recognised that communities know their local areas better than anyone – and are perfectly placed to make things happen. Until March 2020 Calder Valley Community Land Trust, … Continue reading Accelerating Community-led Housing in Calderdale FREE support and advice

Citizens Advice Energy Roadshow – to help vulnerable individuals

December 18, 2019December 16, 2019 / helloitssarahdyer

Do you run a group for vulnerable clients? Do you want Citizens Advice to provide your group with support on energy advice? Citizens Advice is heading out across Calderdale on an Energy Roadshow starting 20 January 2020. There is considerable evidence that the most vulnerable are often among those most disengaged from the energy market and … Continue reading Citizens Advice Energy Roadshow – to help vulnerable individuals