ASRA has always been about more than housing. We know that if people feel happy in their community, they are likely to want to stay there – which is good for them, good for the neighbourhood, and good for us too.
That’s why we have a passion for community development. Our track record shows a determination to ‘go the extra mile’ to help communities thrive.
Support and training
We encourage local people to get involved in a variety of ways, and work with us to make a difference.
Any of our tenants can join our Tenant Advisory Panel (TAP) for example. TAP members are people who care about their community, and who want to ensure that we provide an excellent local service. Panel members influence and discuss issues relating to the management and delivery of services and meet four times a year to suggest ideas for improvements.
We’ve also launched a scheme encouraging tenants to become Estate Inspectors. If you would like to get involved and to improve your local community let us know. Inspectors take regular walks around their local area, identifying any problems and highlighting where improvements can be made.
Supporting residents associations and other local groups
We regularly consult with residents associations where they exist, and support the development of new residents associations. We also support residents who wish to set up or get involved in groups aiming to improve the quality of life in local communities, for example environmental groups, and Neighbourhood Watch groups.
Fundraising for local facilities and projects
We successfully bid for money from governmental and charitable sources to support initiatives which improve residents’ quality of life – and support residents groups with their own funding applications.
Creating community places
We work with local people to create vibrant play areas, community gardens and open spaces, involving them throughout the process.
Supporting local events
A carnival, festival or garden party is often the catalyst to bring people together to celebrate the good things about a neighbourhood, and can springboard more positive social interaction. We help residents organise such events and attend, strengthening our relationship with local people.
Consulting with local people
We hold regular neighbourhood reviews in which staff and tenant reps consult residents about our services and identify areas for improvement. We also consult more widely, through questionnaires, door to door surveys, workshops and drop-in events.
If you are interested and would like further information contact us on 020 7940 6847.