Orbit Housing Association

13/09/2026

Happy Positive Thinking Day! ☀️

Did you know that 13 September is Positive Thinking Day? A day dedicated to the power of positive thoughts and how they can benefit both your mental and physical health.

A positive mindset can help reduce stress, tackle challenges, and even improve your relationships.

Here are a few simple ways to brighten your day (or every day!):
☀️Think of three things you’re grateful for and why
☀️Smile at a stranger or start a friendly conversation
☀️Do something for yourself. Take a long bath, bake cookies, exercise - just spend some time doing something you love!

We know that staying positive isn’t always easy – life can be challenging. But you’re not alone.

Whether you need support with stress, mental health, or just a friendly voice to talk to, we’re here to help. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/vkpv50WPqFH

11/09/2026

Lithium battery fires are one of the fastest growing fire risks, and many involve e-bikes and e-scooters. 🛵

Often, these can be preventable and here are some simple steps you can take to stay safe:

🔵 Don't charge batteries near your front door or another escape route
🔵 Never charge batteries while you're asleep
🔵 Always use the correct battery and charger
🔵 Only buy batteries and chargers from a reputable seller

Do you use an e-bike or e-scooter, or know someone who does? Help spread the message and . 🔋

London Fire Brigade has more advice on staying safe and protecting those around you: www.london-fire.gov.uk/ChargeSafe

The battery in your e-bike or e-scooter could be putting you at risk. Learn about what you can do to protect yourself and others.

10/09/2026

This , we’re sharing an important message from Samaritans:

If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care. 💚

You don’t have to be an expert to save someone’s life.

To find out how, visit samaritans.org/WSPD

09/09/2026

Money worries can affect anyone

In the last three months, we’ve helped over 600 Orbit customers access financial support and advice through our Better Days programme.

Whether you'd like help managing your money, understanding what support is available or finding ways to reduce your household costs, we're here to help.

Find out more at 👉 https://ow.ly/gio250ZLfGH

08/09/2026

Wow!
👀Look at this amazing donation from Orbit Housing Association and Fortem.
🆘 We did a call out last week to all of our corporate partners about concerningly low stock levels in our warehouse and all the teams at Orbit and Fortem answered us!
We are absolutely blown💨away by, not only the speed at which this donation came together, but the sheer volume of goodies.
It was lovely to see staff members in the warehouse helping to unload too.
THANK YOU for being so generous.

02/09/2026

Looking for a bit of help with your job search? We’ve got you.

Whether you need help with writing your CV, improving your job search techniques or feeling more confident in interviews, we’ve got some useful free online training sessions coming up:

🔵 Interview Skills
🗓️ Date: Thursday 6 August
⏰ Time: 10:30am to 1pm

🔵 Thinking About Work
🗓️ Date: Thursday 10 September
⏰ Time: 10:30 am to 1pm

🔵 CV Writing
🗓️ Date: Thursday 17 September
⏰ Time: 10:30am to 1pm

🔵 Interview Skills
🗓️ Date: Thursday 22 September
⏰ Time: 10:30am to 1pm

Find out more and sign up here 👉 https://ow.ly/Gu0e50YT7Gl

Sometimes in life we need a positive change, you may want to learn something new for your own personal development or you may want to gain some new skills to help you move forward in life. We’ve got a range free opportunities for you to do so, available exclusively to you as an Orbit resident.

28/08/2026

Planning a barbecue this bank holiday?

Why not try something a bit different this year with some tasty veggie options? 🌽

They’re a great way to mix things up and can be a budget-friendly alternative too.

Take a look at our recipe ideas here 👉 https://ow.ly/s8nT50ZFfcj

27/08/2026

ℹ️ myAccount Update

The repairs tool in myAccount is back live and available to use.

Thanks for your patience during this time and we're sorry for any inconvenience this caused you.

26/08/2026

The Energy Price Cap is rising – and we’re here to help. 📈

This morning, Ofgem confirmed a 4% increase to the Energy Price Cap from October, meaning many households will see higher bills just as the weather gets colder.

We know this news may be worrying, but you don’t have to face it alone.

If you’re worried about paying your energy bills, keeping your home warm, or simply want to understand what these changes mean for you, our free Energy Advice Service is here to help.

Last year alone, we helped customers save more than £135,000 on their energy costs. And we could help you too.

Get support from our expert team 👉 https://ow.ly/8KCh50ZFGBA

Whatever your situation, we’re here to help you understand your options and find the support that’s right for you. 💙

25/08/2026

The start of a new term can feel like a lot, especially when you’re managing costs or supporting your family.

If you need help, our Better Days programme is here for you. It offers support with things like money worries and emotional wellbeing.

Find out more at https://ow.ly/T25c50ZF8QA.