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BHA launches ‘Let’s get digital Berwickshire!’

Berwickshire Housing Association (BHA) has launched a new initiative to help tackle social isolation during the…

23rd November 2020

Funding, General, Our Community, Our Staff

Support for Allanbank Arts Creative Hub resilience project

Berwickshire Housing Association is working with Allanbank Arts to bring a Creative Hub to those affected…

4th November 2020

Funding, General, Our Community

Some children and young people will have experienced neglect & abuse during lockdown. It may take time for experiences to emerge.

Keep an eye out for signs - sometimes it’s what’s not said that matters. It’s always better to say something than do nothing.

You can find advice on what to do at www.childprotection.scot

#KeepingKidsSafe
#SupportingYou

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Did you know young people can get involved in the #BordersWellbeing campaign by taking part in the weekly challenges, entering prize draws, claiming health and wellbeing rewards and accessing the Borders Health and Wellbeing Hub.

To visit the Hub just click on the link below:
young.scot/BordersWellbeing

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Fantastic to see the progress being made at our Beanburn Development Site in Ayton.

The 31 homes are due to complete next year and will provide a mix of bungalows, wheelchair accessible properties and three and four-bedroom family homes.

#UkHousing #RuralCommunities #ScottishBorders

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Older people asked to share COVID-19 experiences!

Older people in the Scottish Borders are being encouraged to share their experiences of Covid-19. An online survey is running until Sunday 29 November at www.scotborders.gov.uk/BOPPP

The Borders Older Peoples Planning Partnership (BOPPP) wants to get an understanding of the lives of our older population during the pandemic.

The information gathered will be used to support the region’s ongoing recovery efforts, as well as transformation programmes being taken forward by Scottish Borders Council, NHS Borders and the Health & Social Care Partnership.

Scottish Borders Council’s Older People’s Champion, Councillor Elaine Thornton-Nicol, said: “We want to hear from our older people here in the Borders about their lockdown and life since shielding was paused. What worked well for them, what challenges did they face, how have they been living their lives, what could be done better in the future?”

Councillor Thornton-Nicol added: “If you would rather to talk to someone on the phone about your experiences during Covid-19 call 01896 825970. Someone will then call you back and have a conversation with you. We want to make sure that people who don’t access the internet also get the chance to share their experiences.”

The survey is also available in alternative formats and languages – call the number above or email: socialworkconsultation@scotborders.gov.uk.

#SupportingYou

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Water from burst pipes can damage your home and your belongings, just a few simple steps can prevent this -

Make sure the thermostat on your heating is set to at least 10 degree C.

Do not leave taps running or dripping as this may cause the waste pipe to freeze.

If you intend on going away during the winter months, you must let us know. If you are leaving your home unheated you should also drain down your central heating as well as your water. If you are unsure how to do this, we can help. Just give our Repairs Team a call on 0800 652 8104 and we will arrange this for you, free of charge.

Pipes burst when they are frozen and this may not be obvious until the pipe starts to thaw, if you notice a pipe has frozen you should take the following steps –

Turn off the water at the stopcock
Turn off the central heating and switch off any water/ immersion heaters
Turn on all taps and flush the toilet to drain the water system

If a pipe bursts you should –

Turn off the water at the stopcock
Switch off the electricity at the mains until the electrics can be checked
Turn on all taps and flush the toilet to drain the water system
Turn off the central heating and switch off any water/ immersion heaters
Contact our Repairs Team on 0800 652 8104

#SupportingYou

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A trip down memory lane . . . 2002 . . . 25 years of Creating Thriving Rural Communities!

2002 was an award-winning year for BHA. We received the Scottish Power award 'Warmth for the Millennium' and a ‘Highly Commended’ award for HomeHunt at the UK Housing Awards.

In 2002, we also completed our developments in Duns, Eyemouth and Whitsome.

#25YearsThrowback
#CreatingThrivingRuralCommunities

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Congratulations to Danielle McKinnon, the Founder and Director of Eat, Sleep, Ride, CIC.

Danielle has been nominated for the 'Inspiration in Sport' award category at tonight's Scottish Women in Sport's Annual Awards.

Very well deserved Danielle - Good Luck for tonight!

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Scottish Child Payment is £40 every 4 weeks per child under six.

It starts on Monday 15 February 2021 so children have to be under six on this date to be eligible.

Payments will start from late February but Social Security Scotland are taking applications now to manage demand.

Check whether you're eligible and apply online at www.mygov.scot/scottish-child-payment/

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Looks like we have a little superstar ⭐ in the village of Ayton.

Well done Lincoln - you're doing a great job and have certainly made us all smile!

High Five from all of us at BHA !

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Don't forget you only have a few days left to take part in this year's Rent Consultation - The closing date is Monday 30th November 2020.

We know it has been a difficult year and that’s why it's important that we seek your views on how we determine your rent.

The following consultation helps us to understand your opinions as we balance improving our services with keeping your rents affordable.

If you wish to provide us with your feedback, it's important you do so by clicking on the link below:
survey.berwickshirehousing.org.uk/

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