Arawak Walton Housing Association

16/09/2026

📢 CHP Tenant Conference 2026

Yesterday, Arawak Walton Housing Association had the pleasure of attending the CHP Tenant Conference, which brought together tenants, board members, and housing professionals from across the region for a day of learning, discussion, and networking.

We were especially proud that our Operations Director Michael Redford who chaired the day's events, helping to facilitate a range of insightful discussions and speakers.

Our Tenant Voice Chair, Elizabeth Webster, along with our newest co-opted Chairs, Jackie Wright and Sara Suheim, who also took part in a panel discussion, sharing their experiences and perspectives on tenant involvement and the importance of resident voices in shaping housing services.

The event was attended by both tenants and staff from Arawak Walton, providing a fantastic opportunity to connect with other tenants and housing organisations, exchange ideas, and learn from best practices across the sector.

It was an informative and inspiring day, highlighting the value of collaboration, engagement, and ensuring tenants remain at the heart of service delivery.

👏 Thank you to everyone involved in organising such a successful event. We look forward to building on the ideas and connections made throughout the day.



🌻📸 A great day of networking, learning, and celebrating the power of tenant involvement!

14/09/2026

Northmoor Homework Plus Club (Restarts 3rd September)
This free project for 8 to 16 year olds is back open after the summer holidays and waiting to help your child succeed.

Northmoor will be providing support with children’s homework, namely Maths, English and other subjects.

**All new and returning students are required to register/ re-register with their parent/legal guardian***

For more info Find out more about Northmoor Homework Club

Northmoor Community Association
- Website: Northmoor Community Association
- Tel. 0161 248 6823
- Email: [email protected]

14/09/2026

Recruitment Event – Jobs & Skills Fair
Are you a Manchester resident aged 16 or over and looking for employment?
Join us at our upcoming Jobs & Skills Fair, where more than 30 employers and training providers from a range of sectors will be available with live vacancies and opportunities.

Event Details
📅 Date: Thursday 17 September
🕛 Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

Location: Millennium Powerhouse, 140 Raby Street, Moss Side, Manchester, M14 4SL
In advance of the event, the National Careers Service will be delivering an online Get Ready for Employment session on Wednesday 9 September 1 to 2pm.

The session will provide practical advice and support, including:
📝 CV support and guidance
🫵 Confidence building
📒 Tips on starting meaningful conversations with employers

01/09/2026

💥New opportunity - please share - MMF Programme Board 💥

We’re looking for passionate volunteers who want to make a difference and help tackle the unfair health inequalities that mean some Manchester residents experience poorer health and shorter lives than others.

As a Programme Board member, you’ll work alongside leaders from across the city to help shape the direction of Making Manchester Fairer, support delivery of the Action Plan and Anti-Poverty Strategy, and champion positive change for Manchester communities.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are particularly keen to hear from people aged 65+ and South Asian men, who are currently underrepresented on the Board.

If you live or work in Manchester and want to play a part in creating a healthier, fairer city, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications are open until 14 September 2026.

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27/08/2026

🎉 We had an amazing time at the Cheetham Hill Summer Fun Day held at Bellott Park on 26th August🎉

Our team enjoyed meeting residents, sharing information about our services, and joining in with the celebrations alongside local organisations and community groups.

A big thank you to the organisers, volunteers, and everyone who attended and helped make the day a success. It was wonderful to see so many families and neighbours coming together to enjoy the sunshine and community activities.

💙 Together, we're building stronger communities.

18/08/2026

Have Your Say: Tenancy and Estate Management Survey

We're reviewing how we manage your tenancy, your scheme and your neighbourhood — and we want your feedback to shape it.

Take the survey now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/6qcpkyh7Ye?origin=lprLink
(takes about 10–15 minutes)

Why we're asking
This year, tenants have told us a lot — through our 2025/26 Tenant Satisfaction Survey, our Annual Complaints and Service Improvement Report, and a scrutiny session with our Tenant Quality Panel in June. A few themes kept coming up:

- The standard of grounds maintenance, cleaning and window cleaning
- How clearly we communicate about contractors and what to expect from them
- Whether home visits feel helpful and supportive
- How anti-social behaviour is handled

We're now reviewing our Tenancy and Estate Management Policies, and this survey is how a much wider group of tenants — not just those who come to panel meetings — gets to shape that review.

🗣️ You said, we did
Some things have already changed because of feedback tenants have given us:
- You said contractor work was inconsistent → we did reinstate annual contractor performance appraisals and introduce monthly scheme walkabouts.
- You said communication about contractors was unclear → we did start sharing cleaning and grounds maintenance schedules, so you know what to expect and when.
- You said our Tenant Quality Panel felt too formal → we did relaunch it as Tenant Voice, with a simpler way to get involved.

📄This survey is the next step. It asks about the specific things tenants have raised — from fly-tipping and bin cleaning to the frequency of home visits and how well we close the loop on your feedback.

What's in it
The survey covers:
1. Your home and neighbourhood
2. Estate and neighbourhood management (inspections, grounds maintenance, fly-tipping)
3. Home visits
4. Repairs advice and contractor communication
5. Cleaning and window cleaning
6. Anti-social behaviour and feeling safe
7. Communication and accountability
8. Your top priorities

There's also a short, optional section at the end to help us check services are working equally well for everyone.

🏆Prize draw🏆
Everyone who completes the survey — online or by post — before 15th September 2026 will be entered into a prize draw for one of five £30 shopping vouchers.

Your answers are confidential

Responses are reported anonymously and only ever shared as a summary. We'll publish what you told us — and what we did about it — on this website and in the tenant newsletter, in a future "You Said, We Did" update.

Prefer to complete it on paper?

A postal version of this survey, with a freepost return envelope, has also gone out to all tenants. You only need to complete it once — by post or online.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/6qcpkyh7Ye

17/08/2026

🎉☕ Jamaica Society Fundraising Tea Party ☕🎉

Join us for an afternoon of fun, friendship, and fundraising at the Jamaica Society Fundraising Tea Party!

📅 Date: Saturday 25th October

🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍 Venue: West Indian Sports & Social Club

✨ Enjoy a delightful afternoon with:

☕ Tea & refreshments

🎟️ Raffle

🎁 Fantastic prizes to be won

🤝 Great company and community spirit

🎫 Tickets: £10 per person

To purchase tickets or for more information, please contact:

📞 Marcia: 07947 441137

📞 Hilary: 07442 902632

Your support will help make this fundraising event a great success. We look forward to seeing you there!

☕✨

11/08/2026

🌡️ Extreme Heat Alert - Stay Safe This Week 🌡️

An Amber Heat Health Alert has been issued, with temperatures expected to rise above 30°C on 11 August. If you need somewhere cooler to rest, Manchester City Council's Cool Spaces are available across Manchester.

These welcoming indoor venues offer:
✅ A cool place to sit and relax
✅ Free drinking water
✅ A comfortable space to escape the heat
✅ Friendly and accessible environments

Please remember to:
💧 Drink plenty of water
🧢 Stay out of the sun during the hottest part of the day
🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains and blinds
👵 Check in on elderly relatives, neighbours, and anyone who may be vulnerable

Find your nearest Cool Space and learn more here: https://www.manchester.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing/cool-spaces-to-beat-the-heat-in-manchester

Find places to keep cool during the summer heat

11/08/2026

🎉 Cheetham Hill Community Fun Day is Almost Here! 🎉

Join us on Tuesday 19th August for a fantastic day of fun, laughter, and community spirit!

🌟 Family-friendly activities
🎨 Fun and games for all ages
🤝 Meet your neighbours
🍔 Refreshments and entertainment

Come along and enjoy a great day with the local community. We can't wait to see you there!

📅 Date: 19th August
📍 Location: Cheetham Hill
⏰ 12pm - 3pm

03/08/2026

🌟 National Play Day 2026 - Wednesday 5 August 🌟

Let's celebrate the power of play! 🎨⚽🌳

National Play Day is a celebration of every child's right to play and the important role it plays in helping children grow, learn and thrive. From building confidence and creativity to developing friendships and life skills, play is essential for healthy childhood development.

This year's theme, "Play – here, there, everywhere!", highlights how play can happen anywhere, whether it's in parks and playgrounds, on our streets, at school, or even at home. 🏡✨

Children of all ages can get involved in a range of fun activities including:
🎨 Arts and crafts
⚽ Team sports
🌿 Outdoor adventures
🤸 Free play
🎯 And so much more!

Let's create more opportunities for children to explore, imagine, and enjoy the benefits of play every day.

💙💛

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