A Cumbrian social landlord has provided winter warmth kits for people living in sheltered accommodation.
South Lakes Housing met with its residents, Age UK South Lakeland, Manna House and South Lakes Citizens Advice Bureau to look at how it could support people with the cost-of-living crisis.
The housing association secured a grant from Cumbria County Council’s cost of living fund and donations from contractors Butler Roofing, Rothwell Group, WRPS, Thomas Armstrong and Oakmere to buy the kits, which included thermal socks, fingerless gloves, fleece blanket, torch, biscuits and leaflets about energy advice and cost of living provided by Age UK South Lakeland.
Lyn Richardson, customer engagement partner at South Lakes Housing, said: “It has been a real pleasure to develop this idea into something tangible for our residents, especially as winter approaches. Our residents have been so thankful and it has been a joy to put a smile on faces while providing practical items to help.”
Paul Butler, of Butler Roofing, added: “It’s an honour for Butler Roofing to be able to help out in these challenging times.”
Tracy Parker, heating maintenance manager of RPS Homeserve+, said “We’re really pleased to be able to help. It was great to be able to both fund the packs and help deliver them in person to lots of lovely residents! As a local business, it’s important that we continue to contribute to the local community and consider the welfare of its residents.”
