ISSUE 36 Local Cyclists on Track at Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome

great place to Young people and coaches from North are pictured with ng homes CEO Robert Tamburrini, the Executive Member for the Commonwealth Games, Councillor Archie Graham, and Head of Regeneration John Devine LIVE cotland’s only world-class the ng Sports Legacy project being “We are determined to make is very special.” indoor cycling facility – the delivered by Glasgow Life, ng homes sure that the Glasgow 2014 Built next to the Commonwealth S stunning Sir Chris Hoy and the Winning Foundation. Commonwealth Games leave a Games Athletes’ Village and Celtic Velodrome in Glasgow – has The ng Sports Legacy Project aims lasting legacy. It was fantastic to see Park, the Emirates Arena is one of the attracted thousands of people since to connect residents in the north of young people from the north of the largest facilities of its kind in Europe it opened in October. the city with the ongoing Glasgow city riding on the very same boards as and is already home to a world-class Demand for track sessions is so 2014 Commonwealth Games legacy some of the world’s greatest cyclists sporting events programme. high that the velodrome at the £113 initiatives. including our very own Olympic gold For further information on sessions million Emirates Arena is almost fully ng sports legacy co-ordinator medal winners Sir Chris Hoy and or events, customers are asked to booked until Christmas. Greg Cann is already working hard Laura Trott. We want this venue to check www.emiratesarena.co.uk or While some of the world’s top to increase participation in sport and inspire the next generation of cyclists.” telephone 0141 287 7000. cyclists have graced the track – at improving health and wellbeing. The Chief Executive of ng homes, events such as the sell-out UCI Track project is the first of its kind in the city. Robert Tamburrini, said: “The Cycling World Cup – a group of Chair of Glasgow Life and London 2012 Olympic Games young people from schools in North the Executive Member for the showed just how inspirational Glasgow took visitor numbers over Commonwealth Games, Councillor sport can be. For young people the 4,000 mark. Archie Graham, said: “The Sir Chris in our area to be given the The school pupils from Hoy Velodrome was built for the chance to cycle on the same Academy and All Saints Secondary people of Glasgow and the response track that Sir Chris Hoy himself visited the velodrome as part of has been nothing short of incredible. rode on just a few weeks back

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primary school great place to new look LEARN sporting great place to challenge events LEARN Wallacewell Primary School website upils from Wallacewell and St. We have launched our new website payments to rent and factoring Martha’s were among the local - www.nghomes.net accounts. P schools who took part in the for all... ng homes staff Susan Mellon The move is part of our ongoing Tony Sweeney, Head of North East Glasgow Games – a sporting reg Cann, ng sports legacy co- and Kerry Stephen with new drive to improve communications with Organisational Development at ng challenge for primary schools. recruit, Commonwealth ordinator, has been working with our customers of ng homes and partner homes, said: “Our new website has The event was designed to allow Apprentice Jennifer Paton, partners over the last few months and check out the new website organisations. The website offers all of the features you’d expect from the pupils the opportunity of showing a G has arranged sports activities across North quick and easy access to essential a community based social landlord commitment to sport and healthy living, Glasgow including Golf, Gymnastics, Table information for tenants, residents and and it has the North Glasgow working together as a team, Tennis, Football and Athletics. the wider North Glasgow community. community at its heart. The website encouraging others and ng homes now on twitter The events were held at various venues The user-friendly design provides is constantly being updated with developing skills. St Martha’s Primary School across North Glasgow including Possil Point As well as launching a new look website ng homes is also embracing site visitors with better access to news, events and information so The youngsters had to take Community Centre, Balgrayhill Community social media and now has a twitter page. If you wish to follow us on twitter information about our services. it will be an important resource for part in a variety of sporting Centre, Petershill Park, log on to www.twitter.com/ng_homes. Our twitter name is ng_homes. We Users can check out the latest anyone interested in ng homes or challenges involving running, Tron St Mary’s Church will be tweeting about what we’ve been up to and letting you know about news, hear about upcoming events the North Glasgow community in jumping and throwing skills, and Springburn Leisure upcoming events where you live. in the community as well as make general.” encouraged by a PA announcer. Centre. Although there was a healthy There was football great place to competitive spirit on display, the offered their expertise as we move forward, they coaching for children challenges were great fun to have a team that cares.” aged 5-8 and 8-12 take part in. Thomas McAlister, Award Manager of Scotland delivered in partnership WORK John Fury, chair of ng UnLtd, said: “Pat’s idea is a fantastic example of with Thistle, homes, is pictured presenting how our awards programme can help individuals Falkirk Community certificates to mark the schools who want to tackle society’s most pressing issues. Foundation and Glasgow participation in the event, Overcrowding in prisons is a real concern and the City Women’s FC. with ng sports legacy Government recently highlighted the importance The gymnastics co-ordinator, Greg Cann. of reducing re-offending and supporting prisoners’ sessions were delivered in partnership with rehabilitation. Pat’s idea could not be more relevant Scottish Gymnastics and local club Storm and we are delighted to be able to support him.” Gymnastics for nursery and primary school Community Sports Course children. There were also Table Tennis sessions for all new full-time introductory programme to community investigations. ages & abilities . a real chance for future employment community development through sport Sports subjects include an introduction to sports These events will be taking place again in A will start in January at John Wheatley development, citizenship through sport and fitness the New Year so for more information or to n employability initiative for prisoners The award was made through a partnership College in a partnership with ng homes. and how to lead sporting activities. book space(s) call Greg on 0141 630 4254 and ex-offenders in has been initiative run in conjunction with ng homes, Scotland The course will provide successful learners with There are no formal entry requirements or email [email protected] with A launched thanks to a £4,468 award. UnLtd, and Firstport. The partnership is part of a a range of skills in community development and but candidates must possess a good level of name(s), age(s) and a contact number. Funding for Open Gates comes from the strategy to encourage social entrepreneurs in North sports coaching. communication skills, both verbal and written. Millennium Awards Trust delivered by support Glasgow to test out ideas that can make a big It is aimed at people who wish to study at entry- The programme is three and a half days GET INVOLVED! organisations Scotland UnLtd, Firstport and ng homes. difference to people and communities. The initiative level and gain practical skills and knowledge that per week attendance and will be delivered in a ngsportslegacy is all about Open Gates will support prisoners and ex- offers access to free support and advice in addition will help them find employment or further study in community venue within the Springburn area. YOU and YOUR community. prisoners through an employment and either field. To apply or seek more information, contact the We want your ideas and training programme with the aim of Working in the Community subjects include John Wheatley College Advice Team on 0141 588 help. If you want to discuss reducing re-offending and stopping the “...another great initiative values and principles, equality and diversity, 1500 or Margaret Layden, ng homes, on 0141 630 sport or physical activity in revolving door back into prison. working with community groups and local 4252 or email [email protected] Springburn/Possil, or want Operating as a social enterprise, the that ng homes are supporting to get more involved - organisation will manufacture, recycle, to help local people...” please call 0141 630 4254 and upcycle furniture and white goods or email mycommunity@ and sell to the general public. nghomes.net. Full Individuals who have managed to break the cycle to start up awards to help individuals turn ideas into winter photography competition support will be given and will use their experience to mentor and support other reality. all ideas considered! offenders to do the same. Chairperson of ng homes John Fury said: “This is Are you a budding photographer? Over The man behind the project, Patrick Clark, another great initiative that ng homes are supporting Like & Tag on Farewell to Hugh... the winter months we’d like you to get had first hand experience of the struggles of the to help local people make a difference in our Facebook A well kent face was lost from ng homes snapping in our winter photography re-offending cycle before setting up a sandwich communities.” Were you at one of our recent sports sessions? recently when Office Concierge Hugh competition. The top three photos will win business employing over 70 staff. Regeneration Co-ordinator for ng homes ng sports legacy is now on Facebook. Why not McKerlie decided he’d had enough of prizes of gift vouchers for Jessops. His new venture will see him working with a Margaret Layden, said: “We are delighted to be part go to our new Facebook page and tag yourself working and decided to retire...at 79! All you have to do is take some team of volunteers who are helping to set up the of such an important initiative and we congratulate and your friends in some photos? The new site Staff from ng homes clubbed together photos around North Glasgow, it could enterprise. Many of the volunteers are ex-prisoners Pat on achieving this award which will support will be the place to go to find out what sports and got Hugh some lovely gifts which were be Springburn, , Possilpark or or have an interest in supporting offenders. the development of this vital programme in North activities are available in North Glasgow: presented by Chief Executive of ng homes, Parkhouse. It could be a nice winter day, On receiving the award Patrick said: “As a new Glasgow.” www.facebook.com/ngsportslegacy Robert Tamburrini. a historic North Glasgow landmark, a social enterprise we found it difficult to get on the If you have an idea to address a problem in your Hugh’s wife Nan and sister Ann were also community event or anything that shows first rungs of funding. Scotland UnLtd listened to our community or would like further information please invited along to celebrate Hugh’s 10 years at winter in North Glasgow. aims and goals, their advice and understanding in contact: Margaret Layden, Regeneration North Glasgow. Send your pictures to what we are doing was invaluable. The grant itself Co-ordinator at ng homes on 0141 560 6000 Hugh is pictured with wife Nan, sister Ann [email protected] not only helps us to move our project along but it or e-mail [email protected] and ng homes CEO Robert Tamburrini. The best of your photos will be published also gives our team of volunteers a boost and has Thomas McAlister, Scotland UnLtd Award in the Spring edition of North News and could encouraged us to move forward quickly to the next Manager on 07545 933798 or e-mail even feature in a future photographic exhibition. step. I would like to add that Scotland UnLtd have [email protected]

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focus sheltered housing praised for quality on HEALTH SMOKING of care and support FIVE MILLION deaths worldwide every to keep smokers hooked and attract can do to improve their health and year. new ones with glitzy advertising. greatly reduces the risk of smoking- he quality of care and Cigarette smoke contains about And they fear that number could In Scotland we have a no smoking related cancers. support provided by ng 4,000 different chemicals that can double by 2020. in public places law and a growing The earlier you do it the better but T homes staff across its five damage your body. There are many pressures on number of other nations are following it’s never too late to gain valuable sheltered housing complexes has At least a fifth of them – 800 – can young people in particular to start the lead. years of life by giving up on smoking. been graded Very Good by the cause cancer and when a smoker smoking because it makes them According to Cancer Research UK, The time for New year resolutions Care Service Inspectorate. inhales problems can occur, ranging appear ‘cool’ or smart. smoking is by far the most important is approaching so why not choose a The Inspectorate regulates care from cell death to genetic changes that But nicotine is a highly addictive preventable cause of cancer in the new, non-smoking, life for 2013 and services in Scotland. lead to cancer. chemical that hooks a smoker into world. beyond. Inspector Jacqueline Young great place to Smoking is a greater cause of their habit. They say smoking accounts for GPs can give smokers help to quit visited over two days at the end death and disability than any single Health authorities and tobacco one in four UK cancer deaths and but ultimately it takes determination of September and commended disease. companies are waging an almost kills five times more people than road and will power. ng homes for good staffing, LIVE The World Health Organisation say constant battle – one trying to get accidents. But the benefits in terms of health management and leadership. tenants living in North Glasgow. positive comments from the residents surveyed and that smoking is responsible for around people to give up while the other seeks Giving up is the best thing a smoker and wealth are very significant. She said in her report: “Service users speak very The complexes provide sheltered or very recognition of the excellent work being carried out highly of the service and believe the support helps sheltered housing at various locations in Springburn by our staff team.” individuals to remain independent. Staff were found and Possilpark. Ann Marie Devlin, Depute CEO added: “Thanks Pamela saving to be very motivated and committed to making Many tenants spoke about feeling safe because to all of our staff for achieving this terrific result. In improvements for the benefit of tenants.” of the support they receive from the service and the spirit of continuous improvement we recognise a packet of cash energy bills advice The type of inspection was “low intensity” said the support from staff helped them to remain that there is still work to be done and we will be which is carried out when the Care Inspectorate is independent. Quotes from residents and their implementing an action plan to support us in GEMAP and ng homes held a free amela Hutchison satisfied that the organisation is working hard to families were included in the report, which is achieving our aim of delivering an excellent service information session recently in is already provide consistently high standards of care. published online by the Inspectorate. for our sheltered housing residents.” Possilpark offering advice on experiencing ng homes is registered with the Care Karen Johnson, Sheltered Housing Manager, John Fury, ng homes Chairperson, said: “This is P how tenants can save money on the benefits of quitting Inspectorate to provide sheltered housing to older said: “We are pleased with the findings in the a great result and a very positive outcome for the their energy bills. We’re planning to smoking. people and have five complexes supporting 170 Care Inspectorate’s Report. It’s good to hear all the organisation.” have more similar events soon. A Housing Assistant Some tenants are pictured working in Benefits with ng homes Lynne Cooper, Liz and Rents at ng homes McMillan and Angie Maguire from Kenna Rossine House GEMAP. a wee toot of the magic flute in Possilpark, she has re-written into lively was lovely.” Magic Flute to our community.” first hand experience 20-minute versions. Jessie Wallace from Hawthorn After the opera the residents of dealing with tenants Based on a Street, Possilpark said: “I thought the tucked into fish suppers before a where every single penny form of Japanese performance was truly wonderful. The sing-song courtesy of New Rhythms counts. New Face in Possilpark - Say hello to Rosie! storytelling, the singer had a beautiful voice, the music for Glasgow who are based in Pamela gave up smoking in August and Rosie Robertson is the Link Up Co-ordinator in Possilpark. tales unfold to a was so relaxing and the narrator had Springburn and provide FREE music decided to save the money that would normally go Rosie will become a familiar face in the community as she series of colourful great patter.” workshops and special projects for up in smoke. develops initiatives designed to increase self-esteem and illustrations, brought After the show the performers people living and working in North So far, she has netted over £600. improve community well-being. She is pictured here with to life by a storyteller, stayed to pose for photos and chatted Glasgow. Pamela said: “I am astonished and delighted at Margaret Layden, Regeneration Co-ordinator. You can Residents from ng homes sheltered singer and two instrumentalists. with the residents. The residents got into the swing of the money I have saved – enough for a holiday if contact Rosie Robertson on 0141 336 1300 housing complexes in North Glasgow The ng homes residents were Robert Tamburrini, CEO of ng it singing such classics as I Belong to I wanted but will probably mean better Christmas had a great day in recently when captivated by Mozart’s Magic Flute. homes, said: “Speaking to the Glasgow and King of the Road. presents for my family. Scottish Opera turned up to perform Helen McGarry from Carron residents it’s clear they thoroughly Sheltered Housing manager Karen “Of course the benefits are much longer term a little bit of The Magic Flute. Crescent, Springburn said: “The enjoyed the performance. We want Johnson said: “Everyone thoroughly and not just financial and I am determined not to Scottish Opera’s a little Bit of… performance was magnificent. I’ve to see more of this in North Glasgow enjoyed the day, thanks to Scottish fall back into the smoking habit. personal bedroom tax performances bring opera out of the never been to an opera before but this so I say bravo to Scottish Opera and Opera and New Rhythms for Glasgow “I do notice a difference already in my breathing independence have recently issued letters theatre with full-scale shows cleverly has made me want to hear more, it all of our staff involved in bringing the it was music to everyone’s ears.” and when I’m out walking around and I would urge payment to ng homes tenants who will be affected by the other smokers to try to give up too. bedroom tax. “It’s a money winner if you can.” Next April, Personal Independence If you have received a letter your Housing Officer hen Thomas and Mary Payment will replace Disability Living will be visiting you over the coming weeks to give McFarlane realised they you advice and to discuss your concerns. were spending so much barloch street is best Allowance for working age people W Christmas visits aged 16 to 64. For more information, contact the Rent Team on: time climbing up stairs with heavy Applications for Disability Living 0141 560 6000 or 0141 336 1300 or email us on grocery bags they thought it was for thomas and mary! Christmas is an expensive time for all families and Allowance won’t be accepted after [email protected] time for a move after 42 years in though money may be tight, ng homes want to June 2013. their home in the Westercommon and with my health and Mary’s not from Fruin Street and Torr Street ensure that rent is your first priority. Rent pays for the If you have a medical condition/ affordable warmth scheme area. what it used to be we were finding it a respectively. Thomas worked for roof over your head and that of your family. disability that affects your ability to They were interested in the struggle.” Caterpillar as a Tools Inspector and Our staff will be visiting people who are currently in look after yourself or you have walking Glasgow City Council will again offer the sheltered housing at Barloch Street so Mary, 82, said: “The staff at the Mary worked at the City Bakeries. situation and thinking of applying to arrears to make sure they will maintain agreements difficulties now is the time to submit a Affordable Warmth Dividend to residents aged went in to ng homes Possilpark office, housing office couldn’t have been Thomas and Mary moved in to their live in sheltered housing shouldn’t made with us, especially over the festive period. We claim for Disability Living Allowance. Kenna Rossine House, and spoke to 80 or older by 31 March 2013. more helpful. They helped us fill in all new home at Barloch Street in October hesitate to fill in the forms. We have can also make an arrangement with you, if you feel you ng homes work in partnership Housing Officer Caroline Wilson and If you applied last year, you’ll get a letter inviting the forms and Ann and Margaret, the and Thomas says they only have one our own wee flat and the wardens are need one and don’t already have one in place. with both GEMAP Scotland Ltd and Assistant Liz McMillan. wardens at Barloch Street, are always regret: “We wish we’d put in to move only minutes away if we need them you to re-apply. If you’ve reached 80 since last year The rent you pay is used for essential repairs and Long Term Conditions and MacMillan Thomas, 84, picks up the story: checking to see if we need anything here sooner! With the health centre and so is the community lounge.” and are first time applicants or over 80 and didn’t investment works to your home, so it is very important Service to assist our tenants in “When we went for shopping we and letting us know what’s going on in just across the road and no more To find out more or apply for that it is paid on time. claiming these benefits. Contact either apply last year, you will also be contacted. If you tended to leave half of the stuff in the the community lounge. I was playing stairs to climb we have everything we sheltered housing with ng homes If you need help with benefits or money advice, the Possilpark or Springburn offices are not yet 80 but will be before the 31 March 2013 car as to carry the lot would have been bingo there last week!” need right on our doorstep.” please contact: Housing Services on please contact your Housing Officer, who will arrange to speak to Patrick, Linda or Phyllis or you can submit an application now. Applications too much for us. I found myself going The couple have a long association Mary has the final word (as usual 0141 560 6000 or 0141 336 1300 or an appointment with a money advisor. email us on [email protected] must be submitted before 31 March next year. up and down to the car all the time with Possilpark, both having come Thomas says): “Anyone in a similar e-mail [email protected]

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t’s been another incredible year great place to for ng homes with a host of SHELTERED HOUSING. Ihighlights reflected in just some of VISIT We transformed Gourlay the photographs on these pages. Street and Mary Fishwick We have collected a number was honoured. of awards, started to use our new trading name and maintained our commitment to helping our community to grow and develop. Most importantly, we have continued to deliver great housing services for our 5,400 tenants and factoring for another 1400 customers. CEO Robert Tamburrini said: “We seem to grow from strength to strength and part of that is down to ng SPORTS LEGACY. the teamwork not only by our staff Local youngsters helped launch the Commonwealth Games but also by tenants, residents and Legacy Project and many more are taking advantage of our partners who are committed projects organised by our Sports Co-ordinator. to making a difference to our local Picture courtesy of E vening T imes Picture community.” The housing association won many awards not only for housing PLAYING THE OLD services but also for helping the FASHIONED WAY. environment with an innovative waste We have been supporting ‘traditional plan. play activities’ Being named as Large Housing through funding from Association of the Year at the UK Inspiring Scotland. Housing Awards is one of the best accolades achieved in our 36-year history. Millions of pounds have been SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR. invested in improvements in various CEO Robert Tamburrini, Regeneration Co-ordinator Margaret Layden and Head of Regeneration parts of North Glasgow including the John Devine. PROFESSOR SIGN IN. £3.5m community energy saving Professor Joe Goldblatt came to see a new Event Management training programme programme in the Carron area. aimed at young people in North Glasgow We provided lots for young people in the community to do but perhaps COSTA POSSIL. the highlight was bringing the beach Young people had a glorious time when we brought the beach to town. to Possil and by luck we also enjoyed some glorious sunshine too. Individuals past and present in our community were recognised with the opening of the Ron Davey Enterprise Centre, Kenna Rossine House and ACTIVATE. LOCAL HERO. Fishwick House. Another 13 local people have successfully Concierge team leader Tosh Hamilton completed the community development helped to prevent a young woman We again took part in the world’s Activate course supported by ng homes jumping from a bridge and was biggest coffee morning for Macmillan and delivered by Glasgow University. recognised by the police and ng homes Cancer Support and staff supported for his bravery. other charities through fun runs and SWEET SUITE. other fund raising initiatives. Lord Martin had Here’s to the future and even more a room named in KENNA ROSSINE HOUSE. success in 2013. his honour in our ng homes stalwarts Pat Kenna and superb new learning Bill Rossine had the new Possil office MAKING A DIFFERENCE. facility, the Ron Davey named after them. It was officially Staff of ng2 have made a huge difference to the community – cleaning, Enterprise Centre. opened by Councillor Chris Kelly collecting, power washing and more.

ZERO WASTE. Innovative ways to recycle and re-use waste led to ng homes being awarded the Best Partnership Initiative at the Scottish Waste & Resources Awards. CUP OF KINDNESS. BEST IN BRITAIN! Sheltered Housing Manager Karen Johnson We were named best Large Housing Association at the UK Housing Awards. and local MSP Patricia Ferguson at one of our charity coffee events

6 north news north news 7 LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST BECOME A ZERO new kitchens WASTE VOLUNTEER Robert Tamburrini named and heating f you care about the environment and your community and have some spare time then you could become a Zero Waste Leader of the Year I Volunteer. Volunteering is an excellent way to share your skills and great place to enthusiasm, develop new skills, meet new people and contribute ur Chief Executive, Robert Tamburrini, has of the respective Boards of ng to protecting our environment for future generations. been named as Scottish Social Enterprise homes and ng2, together with The Wise Group’s Zero Waste Volunteer OLeader of the Year. our staff and business partners. INVEST programme helps householders in Glasgow He was presented with the award by Cabinet Social Enterprise is clearly thriving in and other areas to reduce their domestic Finance Secretary John Swinney at the annual Scotland and it was fantastic for us great place to waste. Scottish Social Enterprise Awards 2012 in a to win this award.” This is achieved by eliminating food waste, ceremony at the Scottish Parliament. Chairperson of ng homes John composting at home, reducing unwanted mail Mr Tamburrini heads up both ng homes and the Fury said: “Winning this award WORK and recycling. sister organisation, ng2. shows we are on the right track And they are always looking for more Fraser Kelly, Chief Executive of Social Enterprise to making North Glasgow a great seconded from the housing association. Recently, volunteers. You can help by attending events, holding workshops, Scotland, said: “The winners demonstrate the place to work.” ng2 appointed its 43rd employee this year. giving advice to householders and promoting the campaigns to diversity and innovation of our social enterprise Chairperson of ng2 Ronnie Rodden added: “It’s The judging panel included the distinguished esidents at Kemp Street Sheltered friends, family or groups you attend. community.” great that we are employing local people to provide journalist Alf Young, Chair of Social Investment Housing are delighted with the You can give as little or as much time as you can spare and Robert Tamburrini said: “Winning this award quality services to our customers.” Scotland, Linda Hanna of Scottish Enterprise and R latest improvement works carried you choose the campaigns and activities you would like to get would not have been possible without the support At the start of 2010, ng2 had one member of staff Gordon Merrylees of RBS. out by ng homes. involved in. New kitchens were fitted and central To find out more, [email protected] heating installed as part of an investment £6,000 spent on or call 0141 303 3131. Mrs Skinner, of Bardowie in excess of £300,000. each property. Street, won our most recent In total 58 properties were improved Among the delighted tenants is Ena Tenants Prize Draw and The Love Food Hate Waste team will be staging a pre-Christmas in the central Springburn area at Kemp Murphy, from Kemp Street, who said: “I’m popped into the office with special event at Balgrayhill on Friday 14th December from 1 to 4pm. Street, Angus Street, Springburn Way, really pleased with my new kitchen. It’s so her grandson Aidan to collect It’s all part of the MAD scheme launched earlier this year – Road, Atlas Road and Vulcan bright and modern and my new heating is her prize from Housing Officer MAKING A DIFFERENCE. Street. just great too.” Terri McChesney. Zero waste is the key message of the event and there is good The work is part of ng homes ongoing The next phase of work on the information on how everyone can play their part to improve the investment programme and was carried programme is due to start at Barloch environment through recycling. out by contractor CCG with approximately Street in Possilpark early in the New Year. swap til Area Profile: Carron, Springburn get on yer bike! staff honoured at you drop The Carron area of North Glasgow Local buses are the 90 and the 3 community awards wapping is the new (and takes in Springburn Road, Carron which can take residents as far as cheaper) version of shopping Place, Carron Crescent. Carron Braehead or as near as . With right now, part of a Four staff of ng homes were instrumental in the Glasgow Fort S Street, Carbisdale Street. Fernbank Health Centres, Leisure Centres and phenomenon called “collaborative recognised in the Regen Stars in the development in the East and in the Street and Eccles St. shops almost on the doorstep the consumption.” ng homes Community Awards. North he has developed ng2, our There are 4 multi storey flats 15 Carron area of Springburn is a great residents were the latest group to Concierge Team Leader Tosh social enterprise. high and 3 smaller multi storeys place to live. try out this latest craze. Hamilton received the “Regen Star” John said: “I’d like to thank Pat that have 8 floors. There are also To find out more about living in The Swap til You Drop event was award for going that extra mile after Bradley and all the ng2 staff as I 29 tenement properties in the area. the Carron estate contact Housing held at Balgrayhill Community Centre Regeneration Co-ordinator said “It he helped prevent a young woman couldn’t do what I do without working Across the estate there are 449 Services on 0141 560 6000 or 0141 where a clothing store that Mary was about creating a fun experience jumping from a bridge. in partnership with others.” tenants and 80 owner occupiers. 336 1300 or email [email protected] Queen of Shops would have been for everyone, and with times hard Already commended by Frank Miller, Vice Chairperson of he success of Sir Chris Hoy proud of was setup by Hazel Fulton for a lot of people at the moment it and Glasgow City ng homes, received an award for at the Olympics and Bradley and a team of trusty volunteers from was an opportunity to pick up some Council for his actions, Tosh reckons his voluntary work over a number of Wiggins winning the Tour de Zero Waste, ng homes and ng2. nearly new clothes in exchange for T he was in the right place at the right years with ng homes, Young Peoples France has put cycling at an all time Vintage-lovers came along to ones they no longer need - It’s really time. Futures, the Community Planning high in popularity. browse the clothing items draped a treasure hunt!” He said: “Its very humbling to Partnership and a host of other A bicycle is once again among the on racks and rails while as you Whether collaborative be recognised in this way and I community groups in North Glasgow. improving football skills top items on the Christmas shopping proficiency, developing would expect from a clothing store consumption will really overtake our share this award with my concierge Frank said: “This was totally lists of lots of young people. confidence in bike use and control. the latest tunes blared out from the addiction to shopping remains to be colleagues who would have acted in unexpected and a really nice surprise, But safety should be a top priority Some will progress to Level 2 where sound system. seen, but, as one resident said: “Who the same way in the circumstances.” I’m chuffed to bits.” and so our Sports Legacy Co-ordinator, they are assessed on their ability to Margaret Layden, ng homes needs to shop when you can swap?” Our Tenancy Sustainment Team The awards were hosted by Greg Cann, has organised a series of ride safely and confidently on the road. received an award in the category of the Regen Newspaper Group and special events for bike users. As you can see from our pictures it Building Stronger Communities. compered by Councillor George Ten local youngsters achieved the was fun...even on the days it rained. The team help tenants to enjoy Redmond. Budding artist Shantel Paterson’s Level 1 Bikeability Award after three Keep in touch with Greg’s sporting living in their homes and assist when CEO of ng homes Robert great drawing of her eco superhero sessions delivered by Bikestation, events by emailing mycommunity@ people find it difficult to manage their Tamburrini was delighted with the landed her top prize in the drawing Glasgow, in association with ng nghomes.net or call 0141 630 4254. tenancy. success on the night. competition that was part of the homes. Also check out the ng sports legacy Gail Nicolson, who accepted for He said: “These awards are Broomfield Fun Day. During the sessions, youngsters Facebook: www.facebook.com/ the team, said: “Our team work really testimony to the hard work and She won a plant science project were taught basic bike safety and ngsportslegacy hard for our tenants and it’s nice to professionalism shown by our Board and a shopping voucher for her receive recognition for our efforts.” and staff in making a difference to efforts and Debbie McInally, right, Coaching staff from Falkirk Football players technique and ball skills but there were Head of Regeneration, John our communities. It’s good to get and Margaret Layden from ng homes Community Foundation and Partick Thistle also group games and small sides games plus Devine, received special recognition recognition but we will continue to were given the task of presenting Charitable Trust provided local youngsters with other competitions. for the work he has done in the plan improvements to the services we the prizes to Shantel and her sister some fun during the October school break. Some of the youngsters who took part are North and East of the city. John was provide to customers.” Chelsie. Football coaching camps were run to improve pictured with a few of the coaches. 8 north news north news 9 LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST LIVE LEARN WORK VISIT INVEST great place to WORK Sign up for Free Fire OWNERS CORNER... making a difference Safety Checks ousing Officer Debbie Factoring Service McInally has been Bob Innes was appointed atthew Duffy is a man who can make a encouraging tenants Property Services Manager visible difference. H to take Strathclyde Fire and and Denise Coyle The hard hat, face protector and the M Rescue up on their offer of Property Services Officer power washer give the game away but just in case free fire safety checks and to look after owners and you’ve not figured it out, he’s a member of the ng2 Mr O’Neil of 250 Edgefauld properties we factor. team that have spruced up many areas. Road did just that. Bob has 20 years ng property is now registered. We Here’s a great example of before and after images As part of their vision to experience in housing and Denise will shortly be arranging meetings that clearly show the big impression Matthew and his BEFORE make our communities a safer Coyle has a background in factoring to provide every homeowner with co-workers can make on the area. place to live, Strathclyde Fire to have the free fire safety check and finance and is the first point of a Written Statement of Services that From humble beginnings, ng2 continues to develop AFTER & Rescue is offering free home fire carried out in their home.” contact for homeowners. will provide details of our service, and is playing a significant role in improving many of done previously, help safety visits to everyone in the area. Here’s how to sign up for your free Bob said: “Owners have been standards and also a revised our streets, pathways and the environment in general. Glasgow City Council Mr O’Neil said: “It was worth fire safety check: Sign up online at willing to share their thoughts on complaints procedure. During the winter months when temperatures drop, staff to keep the streets signing up for the free safety check www.strathclydefire.org where they think the service could be You can find details of the squads will be ready to respond and, as they have and pavement clear of snow and ice. and so easy to arrange, I’m glad Call 0800 0731 999 Contact your improved and we have taken their Property Factors Act on the Scottish Debbie made me aware of it and the local station on 0141 558 2223 comments on board. Government’s website: officers fit new smoke alarms and Text “Check” to 61611 from your “To progress further, we will be www.scotland.gov.uk rolling out... offer good advice, I’d urge everyone mobile phone carrying out a survey and will then Margaret Layden gives out the sausage develop and implement a plan to boiler replacement rolls at the Balgrayhill Community address any issues raised.” deadline Centre as part of A Song, a Shimmy All we want for ng property will also be inviting Glasgow City Council has a city and a Sausage Roll. healthy workplace award owners to participate in a new wide energy savings project with homeowners forum. If you are Scottish Power and Everwarm that Christmas is… interested, please contact Bob is open to our factored customers, or Denise on 0141 560 6000 and subject to qualifying criteria. to keep you safe press Option 1 or e-mail property@ They provide an A rated boiler as nghomes.net a replacement for a G rated boiler welcoming our ith Christmas just around the corner, for £720 including VAT. Strathclyde Police is warning the public to New Factoring Act If the house is electrically heated young apprentices take extra care and responsibility for their The Property Factors (Scotland) Act or has no central heating and Four Commonwealth Apprentices have W own safety at this busy time of year. 2011 came into force in October there is a gas supply immediately joined ng homes and will train in various It won’t come as a surprise to anyone that people great place to 2012 and contains three main available a new gas central heating business areas over the next two years tend to be out and about more, shopping for presents elements:- system can be provided at zero cost. whilst studying towards the SVQ Level 2 and spending more money than usual – and that’s Move quickly, as the programme Commonwealth Apprentices Caitlin Heaney, Jennifer Paton, Mark in Housing qualification. We will catch up WORK • All property factors must be before you get to the partying and socialising part. registered in order to operate a ends on 31st December 2012 and Shannon, and Joy Henderson are pictured with Margaret McCann of with how they are getting on in the next ng homes has been commended Silver. Our staff are actively involved ng homes Olwyn Gaffney of SHARE and Chris Cassidy from Glasgow There are so many things to fit into already busy factoring service work is allocated on a first come issue of North News. for demonstrating its commitment in developing our approach to City Council’s Commonwealth Initiative Team. schedules, so it’s easy for personal safety and security first served basis. Contact Michelle to the health and wellbeing of health and wellbeing in a number • All property factors must to slip to the back of people’s minds. With that being the comply with a Code of Conduct Mundy at Glasgow City Council on its employees by receiving a of ways, including designing and case, the festive period can be a time when thieves and 0141 287 8601 if you think you may Simplyhealth Healthy Workplace implementing activities and events • The provision of a dispute criminals have more opportunities to target even more qualify. award. and this has helped to support our resolution scheme fun for balgrayhill youngsters unsuspecting individuals. Provided by healthcare provider high level of employee engagement.” arents from Springburn helped to The parents are working with Margaret Here at Strathclyde Police, our job is to keep you Simplyhealth, the Healthy Workplace John Fury, ng homes Chairperson, organise a fantastic Halloween event Layden from our Regeneration Team and safe during the festive period – which is why we’ve awards recognise the contribution said: “We are delighted that the at Balgrayhill Community Centre for the team at Balgrayhill Community Centre once again launched our Christmas Safety campaign. P that UK organisations, in both the on-going commitment and efforts over 80 children. to organise more activities in the Centre for Of course we want everyone to enjoy the festivities blooming marvellous private and public sector, make to the of our Management Board and staff The youngsters had a great time as they young people. They are also looking at a and make the most of their holidays, but we’d also ng homes actively encourages welfare of employees. team has been recognised by the played games and had a fancy dress parade. service for parents and toddlers. like to reinforce the message that people must take tenants and others living in our Winners of the award provide Simplyhealth Healthy Workplace A big thanks to the parents who gave up their For more details contact Margaret Layden responsibility for their own safety too. area to keep things looking good employees with a range of initiatives Award and we will continue to time to bake cakes, prepare the buffet and on 0141 560 6000. Forthcoming events in For advice on how you can keep safe while enjoying by offering vouchers in an annual and benefits that help to keep their support our employees to remain organise games. ng homes was happy to January include Bring in the New Year on the festive fun, please visit http://tiny.cc/lyesow or garden competition. workforce motivated and healthy. motivated and healthy.” support this event through staff who helped the 11th and a Burns Night with Scottish contact your local police office on0141 532 2000 and Judged by Board Members Bill Tony Sweeney, Head of Howard Hughes from out on the night. Dancing on the 25th. speak to your local community policing team. Rossine and Mary Willis, three prizes Organisational Development at ng Simplyhealth remarks: “We run You can also follow our Christmas Safety campaign - £50, £30 and £20 – were given in homes, said: “We recognise the this award scheme because we on Facebook: www.facebook.com/StrathclydePolice, Possilpark, Balornock, Parkhouse importance of a healthy work/life want to recognise and encourage or keep up to date with us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ and Springburn. balance for our staff. Our Health companies to care about the health young at heart and keeping active keepingpeoplesafe Housing Officer Catherine Plan is central to this and we have a of their people. We believe that Mather is pictured presenting one number of community activities fabulous time at the Peoples Palace and number of policies and initiatives in companies can make a positive of the winners, James Leach, with have been arranged for seniors it was great to make new friends from place that emphasise the importance contribution to the health of our his £50 of vouchers. A who are still very much young at other areas. A big thank you to the staff we place on employee health & nation. Congratulations to ng homes heart. at the Museum and to ng homes for wellbeing. on achieving Simplyhealth Healthy The winners were: Parkhouse Opera in a Box and a Singalong at organising such a fantastic visit.” “We recently achieved the Healthy Workplace status and demonstrating Possilpark 1st – Mr Andrew Traynor, Broadholm Street Hawthorn Sheltered Housing was a great Following requests for regular get- Working Lives Bronze Award and that the health and wellbeing of its 1st - Mr Joe Gattens, Closeburn Street hit and ng homes staff have come up togethers, there will be fortnightly events we are currently working towards employees is fundamental.” 2nd – Jeanette Jenkins, Buckley Street with more activities. at Balgrayhill Community Centre on 2nd – Kathleen McKenna, Balgair Gardens 3rd – Mr Hugh Williams, Crowhill Street A group from Balgrayhill and Carron Friday afternoons from 1–4pm when you 3rd – Mrs McInnes, Redmoss Street

took a trip down memory lane during a can enjoy some activities, games, bingo Competition winners The winners are: Springburn visit to the Peoples Palace where they and a singalong. We offered books of Spree Vouchers Balornock Helen Carroll, Carbisdale Street 1st - Mr Jim Murray, Springburn Road recalled memories from the ‘Barrowland’, If you are interested in taking part in a competition in our last issue. 1st – James Leach, Syriam Gardens. the single end and the steamie. or want to find out more then please They offer discounts and 2-4-1 deals Mrs H. Chambers, Carron Crescent 2nd – (shared) Patricia Mackin, Hillkirk Street 2nd – Mrs P & Mr W Rhodie, Wallacewell Rd It was great fun and visits to other contact your housing officer or Margaret in lots of outlets. A Venables, Croftbank Street, and Ray Sandford Hillkirk Street museums are being planned. Layden from our Regeneration Team on The correct answer was a) – ng Caroline Allison, Carbisdale Street, 3rd – Mrs H Anderson, Campsie Street 3rd – Mr Kinghom, Bagnell Street One resident said: “We had a 0141 560 6000 or 0141 336 1300. homes was originally formed in 1976. Mrs Jess, Balgrayhill Road.

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recycle fridays

Mrs Jess with ng homes Concierge Gerry Pencovitch

ecycling is a major part of and 22 and 42 Viewpoint Place. our award winning waste Tins, plastic containers, R improvement plan and cardboard packaging, newspapers, in partnership with Glasgow magazines and items suitable for City Council we’re running a recycling can go down the chute. pilot programme in multi-storey A leaflet has been circulated properties in Balgrayhill. and concierge services staff will be Fridays are now around to help guide tenants. BILL’S A REAL designated as recycle chute Look out also for our recycling days for properties at 178 points – a purple one for glass and VOLUNTEER DIAMOND and 198 Balgrayhill Road green ‘clothing point’ for textiles. ng homes Board Member Bill Rossine were also given a specially designed to congratulate him on behalf of ng 2006 Bill also finds time to volunteer is set for a Royal appointment after pin badge to commemorate the event. homes.” with The British Heart Foundation being recognised for his voluntary Ten people were chosen from Bill said: “I am delighted and wish to and is now a qualified instructor in work spanning over 20 years. the 60 volunteers who attended the thank ng homes for nominating me for emergency life support skills. He has During that time he has dedicated ceremony in Glasgow City Chambers this award. I want to share the award taken part in a number of charity at least 15 hours per week to his to travel to London to join volunteers with my fellow Board Members. We are abseils as well as the annual North community work. from the rest of the UK for a special all committed to making a difference in Glasgow 5km race raising money for To celebrate the Queen’s Diamond event at St James’s Palace, where they our community.” good causes. Jubilee, the charity WRVS called for will meet Their Royal Highnesses. In addition to his work with WRVS is supported by Their Royal nominations of volunteers who go that Chairperson of ng homes, John ng homes, octogenarian Bill also Highnesses the Prince of Wales extra mile. Fury, said : “I think it’s great that Bill volunteers with the local Crime and the Duchess of Cornwall who Bill was nominated and then is being honoured by WRVS for his Prevention Panel, Community recognise the contribution that people chosen as one of 60 Diamond contribution to ng homes and other Reference Group, Community Health over the age of 60 make through Champions from Scotland. Each community groups over a number and Care Partnership, Abbeyfield volunteering. received a certificate signed by their of years. Bill is one of a number of Nursing Home and is a volunteer walk As this edition went to print, Bill was Royal Highnesses, the Prince of Wales volunteers who work tirelessly to make leader with Northern Sole Mates. heading south and we’ll report on his and the Duchess of Cornwall, and a difference in the community. I’d like After suffering a heart attack in Royal meeting in the next issue.

emergency repairs during the holidays...

Tenants can report any emergency repairs during Calls made to the office numbers will automatically If you have a burst pipe please carry out the holidays by calling the emergency contact divert to the emergency call centre. the following: number at 0800 595 595. During periods of extreme cold weather there is • Turn off water at stopcock or tap a risk of pipes freezing and bursting. At such times it • Switch off your immersion heater or boiler Problems with gas central heating should be reported may be useful to follow these suggestions: direct to the Association’s gas maintenance contractor • Turn on taps in sinks and baths City Building on 0800 595 595 • Keep heat circulating in all rooms • Turn on as much heating as you can or City Technical Services on 0141 646 5091 • Report any dripping taps and pipes to • If water comes into contact with any electrical TV aerial faults should be reported direct to City Building fittings turn off the electricity supply at the mains Campbell & Kennedy on 0141 435 7780 • Find your main stopcock in case of leaks • If your pipes do freeze or burst contact the emergency office number 0800 595 595

ng homes will close for the festive season at 1pm on Friday 21st December and will reopen at 9am on Monday 7th January The Management Board and Staff would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

How to get in touch with us: springburn of ce possilpark of ce email: [email protected] Ned Donaldson House, Kenna Rossine House, web: www.nghomes.net 50 Reidhouse Street, 252 Saracen Street, Twitter: @ng_homes Springburn, Glasgow G21 4LS Possilpark, Glasgow G22 5LF Facebook: ngsportslegacy

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