Help in your home news

Homes need good foundations

Published: Wednesday 12th December 2012

A Gateshead charity that provides low-cost furniture to local families in need is ‘hitting the road’ to advertise its services.

Housing company offers top tips ‘weather’ it’s good or bad

Published: Monday 3rd December 2012

A free guide from The Gateshead Housing Company will help residents get through the winter months.

Mental health project makes final of national awards

Published: Monday 26th November 2012

An innovative project which supports people in Gateshead causing or experiencing antisocial behaviour linked to mental health issues has made the finals of a prestigious national award.

Housing company tweets top winter tips

Published: Wednesday 21st November 2012

The Gateshead Housing Company is preparing residents for winter through the powers of Twitter.

Mental health project in line for award

Published: Monday 12th November 2012

An innovative project which supports people in Gateshead causing or experiencing antisocial behaviour linked to mental health issues is in line for a prestigious national award.

Housing company reminds customers to make the most of free insulation before it’s too late

Published: Wednesday 7th November 2012

Gateshead residents are being urged to make the most of a free offer that could save up to £300 a year on energy bills* and keep them warm this winter.

Flood damage - important news for all customers

Published: Tuesday 10th July 2012

Tenants across the borough will soon receive a useful newsletter in the aftermath of June's floods.

Housing company fund gives group an 'advance'

Published: Wednesday 11th April 2012

A local group that offers support to men experiencing drugs, alcohol and other problems has received support from The Gateshead Housing Company and its partners.

Road shows offer advice across Gateshead

Published: Monday 26th September 2011

Residents in Gateshead are being invited along to a series of road shows to help them with employment, housing, money, debt and benefits advice.

Furniture SOS sent by Gateshead charity

Published: Friday 23rd September 2011

A Gateshead charity that provides free furniture to local families in need has launched an emergency appeal for more stock.

Gateshead event for carers

Published: Wednesday 7th September 2011

Carers have their chance to have their say at an event on Tuesday, 20 September.

Council to offer electric blanket safety checks

Published: Tuesday 5th October 2010

With the cooler nights of autumn approaching, many people will be starting to think about putting their electric blanket back on their bed for the winter.

Housing company says everybody needs good neighbours

Published: Thursday 7th January 2010

The Gateshead Housing Company supports Gateshead Council's call for residents to spare a thought for their elderly or vulnerable neighbours during the winter freeze.