Ascham Homes launches their Prosperity Team

Press release: 20 October 2009

The Prosperity Team was set up to help residents make informed and better choices in terms of financial management and sustainability.

Janet Wilson, Director of Operations, who launched the newly formed Prosperity Team, said: “Our aim is to empower residents to make informed and better choices during the credit crunch. There is a lot of help available in Waltham Forest through various initiatives. Our approach is to inform our staff so, they in turn can pass this on to the residents.

Representatives from local support agencies included: (Neleeac) North East London Energy Efficiency Advice Centre, (ELFI) East London Financial Inclusion Unit and May Gurney Environmental Services. Staff were invited to drop in across the day, meet service providers and take away information to pass on to colleagues and residents.

Staff have learnt a great deal about the resources on offer within Waltham Forest, from recycling, furniture collections, money saving tips, online resources, grants, debt management and so much more. This isn’t just about giving away free low-energy light bulbs and reminding residents to recycle their waste. We are promoting financial inclusion by helping residents get access to the benefits available to them and helping them understand the importance of keeping up to date with priority debt repayments.

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Contact:

Judi Samuels, Communications Co-ordinator
Ascham Homes Ltd
Willow House
869 Forest Road
Walthamstow
London
E17 4UH
Telephone: 020 8496 4576