Together with Tenants
February News
Play Park Consultation
We held a successful event at Mowden Park Stadium regarding the Neasham Road Play Park. A number of tenants visited the team to discuss where the park will be located and gave their opinions on the 3 options available. The Tenant Involvement Team also visited Rydal Academy Key Stage 2 pupils in their morning assembly. The children gave some great ideas of what they would like to see at the park.
Darts Scheme Tournament
In February the Tenant Involvement Team along with 3 scheme managers helped to organise the first inter scheme Darts Tournament, which took place at King William and involved Tenants from the Bank Top, North Riverside and Haughton areas of town.
Prior to the event the Tenant Involvement team had become aware when speaking to tenants at engagement events how tenants used to visit other in areas/schemes in the town, which built up a great interconnecting spirit. Years ago, tenants from different schemes arranged to attend games days or meet for coffee prior to COVID. It was clear to the team that the tenants wanted to reconnect with each other and felt like a Darts tournament was a perfect way to do this.
In the first event, 3 teams entered the tournament, Havelock, Ted Fletcher and King William they played against each other with the Havelock Team coming out on top. – Well done, Havelock! The day was successful, and all tenants had a great time playing darts and supporting each other. King William also provided a buffet at the end which was greatly received.
All 3 teams were keen to continue meeting up and the next event will be held in March at Havelock Community Centre.
Valentines at the Schemes
Dalkeith House Valentine’s Afternoon tea
The tenants had a brilliant afternoon at Dalkeith House with Caitlin Black singing everyone’s favourites, dancing, laughter, a raffle, followed by the most amazing afternoon tea. Special thanks to Graham for preparing the afternoon tea, everyone passes on their thanks and complements, the fresh cream and jam for the scones was a lovely treat.
Valentines at Branksome Hall Drive
Tenants enjoyed a valentine’s afternoon with sweet treats and a warm drink. A singer entertained the tenants with some great songs. Fun was had by all!
Rosemary Court
Rosemary Court visited Taylor's Butchers & Cafe and went for a Valentines Breakfast. The staff were fantastic with the tenants, very attentive and friendly.
Move More - Havelock
The tenants and visitors of the Havelock Centre love to meet up each Wednesday for their Chair based exercise class. Ruth the instructor can be seen putting them through their paces to give them a healthy controlled workout. This is then followed up with some treats such as scones, crumpets, a cake and a nice hot drink while they play bingo and test their knowledge with a quiz. All are welcome.
Richard Court Race Day
Richard Court enjoyed a wonderful day at the races, held in the comfort and warmth of the community centre. The tenants, family and friends were treated to a lovely day with Pie and Peas, Horse Racing, bingo and a raffle. The turnout was fantastic and a great day was had by all.