November 2011
Youths Learn More About The Perils Of Keeping Dangerous Dogs 02/11/2011
The dangers caused by out of control dogs were vividly brought to life during a theatrical play put on for young people at Derbyshire Hill Youth Club. more >>
Would you like to find work in Europe or the UK? 02/11/2011
Would you like to find out more about working in a European country? Why not check out a free European Jobs Day in Manchester on Wednesday 9th November 2011, held by The European Employment Services. more >>
Hot Tips To Keep Warm And Well This Winter 08/11/2011
With winter approaching and temperatures dropping, it's important we stay
warm to help prevent colds, flu or more serious health problems like pneumonia. more >>
Warm Home Discount Offers A Helping Hand 08/11/2011
A helping hand with paying bills can go a long way and could
provide some welcome relief for older tenants. more >>
Bid For A Home – From Your Armchair 08/11/2011
Under One Roof, the service for letting rented homes in St Helens, has
launched its own TV site so you can now bid for a family home and browse
photos of available properties from the comfort of your armchair. more >>
Under One Roof’s Website Has Got Even Better 08/11/2011
Under One Roof has added lots of brand new features to its website, making it
more accessible and convenient to use. more >>
Getting to grips with solar technology 08/11/2011
Helena Homes continues to drive forward the green agenda, utilising eco-technology in the development of our homes and communities, public buildings
and staff offices. more >>
Tenants Benefit From Improved Communal Spaces 08/11/2011
Helena has unveiled a range of improvements to communal spaces at a number of our flat blocks. more >>
Helena Protects Tenants’ Safety With SmartWater 08/11/2011
Helena Homes is working alongside Merseyside Police to out-smart thieves and boost tenants' safety. more >>
Changes To Direct Debit Payment Dates 09/11/2011
You can now pay your rent on a date which is more convenient for you - read on to see a list of dates you can choose from. more >>
Protect Yourself From Legionnaires' Disease 09/11/2011
At Helena we take the health and safety of our tenants very seriously and we want you and your family to be safe in your home.Everyone needs to protect themselves from Legionnaires' Diseas more >>
Take the Debt Test 09/11/2011
Free online tool to determine whether your debts are becoming unmanageable more >>
Helena's tough approach to anti-social behaviour continues 09/11/2011
Update on Helena's zero tolerance approach to ASB in our neighbourhoods more >>
Big-Hearted Community Support Scheme Makes a Difference 09/11/2011
New sustainable eco-garden for Clockface community group more >>
Residents Love Where They Live 09/11/2011
Residents across St Helens cleaned up their estates as part of Love Where You Live Week this autumn. more >>
Bernie Bags Neighbour Of The Year! 09/11/2011
Helena tenant scoops top community award more >>
Sheltered Schemes Get Blogging 09/11/2011
A pair of silver surfers are helping fellow residents to get web-wise after starting a blog for sheltered schemes. more >>
Welfare Reform - Tenant Update 09/11/2011
The Welfare Reform debate remains in full swing, read Helena Homes' Welfare Reform Tenant Update document to recap on some of the Welfare Reform changes that have already been made and some of the changes that may be introduced in 2013. more >>
Warm Home Discount Offers A Helping Hand 10/11/2011
The Warm Home Discount scheme offers older people the chance to have £120 paid towards their electricity bill this winter. more >>
Does Your Home Need Adapting To Make Your Life Easier? 10/11/2011
Since April 2011, Helena has made over 100 adaptations in our homes to the value of £300,000 - and more will follow. more >>
Community Group's Appeal For Volunteers 11/11/2011
Volunteers are being sought for a community group which caters for both the young and old alike. more >>
Police Urge St Helens Residents To Be Vigilant Following Spate Of Burglaries 12/11/2011
Merseyside Police are urging St Helens residents to be extra vigilant about home security following a spate of burglaries this month. more >>
Public Invited To Board Meeting 16/11/2011
The public are being invited to attend Helena Partnership's forthcoming board meeting - providing an opportunity to learn more about Helena's recent developments and plans for the future. more >>
Activities Survey Launched At The Fairbrothers Estate 18/11/2011
Residents living in the Fairbrothers Estate in Newton-le-Willows are being given the chance to have their say about what activities they would like to see in their area. more >>
Green Space Service In National Housing Federation Best Practice Guide 21/11/2011
Helena's Green Space Service has been given pride of place in a new National Housing Federation publication entitled 'Greener Neighbourhoods: a good practice guide to managing green space.' more >>
Every little helps! New Tesco Jobs For Young Helena Tenants 22/11/2011
Three young tenants secured jobs at Tesco following employability training from Helena's Developing Active Neighbourhoods team. more >>
Four Acre Set For Energy Efficiency Programme 22/11/2011
Tenants on the Four Acre estate in Clockface will soon benefit from warmer, more energy efficent homes thanks to an exterior wall insulation programme. more >>
Helena Supports Global Campaign Against Domestic Violence 23/11/2011
Helena Partnerships is supporting International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women - an initiative designed to raise awareness of domestic abuse and eliminate violence against women. more >>
Do you want to get a head start with an apprenticeship? 25/11/2011
Do you want to get a head start with an apprenticeship? Helena Homes is running a 'Get Going Into Work' apprentice recruitment event on Friday, 2nd December. more >>
Do you need advice about Incapacity Benefit or Employment Support Allowance? 25/11/2011
If you are currently on Incapacity Benefit or Employment Support Allowance and looking for advice, come along to our advice and support event to learn more about mandatory Incapacity Benefit re-assessments and the support that is available to you. more >>
Helena Introduces New Repairs Priority System 28/11/2011
Helena have now changed the way Responsive Repairs are prioritised by introducing a new repairs priority system more >>
Agenda Published For Helena's December Board Meeting 29/11/2011
An agenda for Helena's forthcoming Board meeting, which has been made open for the public to attend, has been published. See here for further details. more >>
Helena Partnerships Wins International Green Apple Award 29/11/2011
Helena Partnerships has received an International Green Apple Environment Award in recognition of its new Passivhaus community facility, the Green Base. more >>