Do you have an amazing neighbour? Do they make a difference to your life or the lives of others? Are they an unsung hero in the community? If so, we want to hear from you!

In April 2022, energy bills are set to increase again for many households across the country. The amount they will go up will vary but a typical household’s energy bills will cost nearly £700 a year more.

Time to Talk Day is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation aiming to get everyone talking about mental health.

Places for People is proud to recognise the 2021 winners of the Good Neighbour Awards. We would like to shine the spotlight on our unsung heroes who have gone above and beyond to make their neighbourhoods great.

Keeping on top of your mental health and wellbeing is essential to living happy and healthy lives. We’ve put together some top tips to help improve how you feel and make a positive difference.

During the winter months your wellbeing is especially important.  While we can’t control many of the challenges around us for example the weather, there are still things you can do to protect your wellbeing. So, here are a few tips to help you stay warm and happy this winter.

On 1 December 2021 Places for People Group is changing its registered office address. The registered address is the official address of Places for People or ‘head office’ as registered with Companies House.

We believe that everyone has a right to live in a safe place, without fear. We are fighting to end domestic violence, come together, and say ‘no’ to violence against women and girls.

With the additional delays that occurred during the Coronavirus pandemic, a shortage of operatives in the sector, and difficulties with sourcing materials, some of our services are currently falling short of the standards we should deliver. We are looking at ways to ensure we are able to deliver the excellent standards of service you can expect from us.

We know this can be a worrying and challenging time, especially as the colder months are here and energy usage increases to keep warm. We are here to offer help and support if you need it.

How we have performed and our key highlights 

Energy bills are set to go up for many households across England, Wales and Scotland as the energy price cap is increasing from 1^st October 2021.

If you are receiving Universal Credit, the temporary £20 per week coronavirus increase to your Universal Credit payment will be withdrawn as planned at the end of September.

Tpas is hosting a whole interactive week to support tenants and landlords to celebrate the impact of working in partnership to scrutinise services.

How nature can help with mental health

Lockdown has a been a huge change for all of us, including our children.  Now that they're going back to school, we need to help them prepare for another big change

We would like to let you know that the rent and service charges for your home are changing from April 2021.

A small conversation about mental health has the power to make a big difference.

Help and support for parents

Answers to some of the most common questions being asked to us.