Fire safety guidance for customers
Following news of a major fire in London this morning, we firstly want to offer our sympathies to all those affected by this devastating incident.
In light of today’s events, we would like to rea... Read More
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Fire safety guidance for customers
Following news of a major fire in London this morning, we firstly want to offer our sympathies to all those affected by this devastating incident.
In light of today’s events, we would like to rea... Read More
107 years young – surprise birthday party for Dolly
Created on July 21, 2017
Derwent Living surprised its oldest resident this week with a special birthday party featuring a visit from her favourite football stars. D... Read more
New low-cost homes for Derby
Created on July 20, 2017
Derwent Living is nearing completion of more than 60 new affordable homes in Littleover, Derby. The properties, near Heatherton Village, ar... Read more
Good Neighbour Tour 2017
Created on July 11, 2017
We're very excited to announce that our customer engagement team are hitting the road again in August, on their Good Neighbour Tour 2017! Mitch a... Read more
My work experience at Derwent Living
Created on July 6, 2017
Earlier this week, Ecclesbourne School student Richard joined the organisation to find out more about what Derwent Living does. He wrote a blog about his short time here, which we’ve published below. We want to thank Richard for being a great r... Read more
New repairs and maintenance service – FAQ
Created on June 26, 2017
All residents should now be aware that Derwent Living and Liberty Maintenance have mutually agreed to end the repairs contract. The repairs and mai... Read more
Fire safety guidance for customers
Created on June 14, 2017
Following news of a major fire in London this morning, we firstly want to offer our sympathies to all those affected by this devastating incident. ... Read more
The Herbert Protocol
Created on June 7, 2017
Do you care for someone who has dementia, or a similar vulnerability, and worry that they might go missing? For people living with or caring for someone else, this is quite common. The Herbert Protocol is a national scheme being introduced by Derbysh... Read more
Make some noise for ‘The Noise App’
Created on May 26, 2017
Derwent Living customers now have access to The Noise App, a new way to monitor and record incidents of noise nuisance. The Noise App is availab... Read more
Six top tips to spring clean your finances
Created on April 10, 2017
The clocks have sprung forward and with it we’ll see lighter nights and – hopefully – warmer weather. With the new financial year here too, there’s no time like the present to spring clean your finances. We’ Read more
Places for People Landscapes – FAQ
Created on March 30, 2017
Following on from the article about contractor changes in the spring edition of Derwent Life, please see below a set of frequently asked questions ... Read more
Derwent Living WINS tenant engagement award
Created on March 9, 2017
Derwent Living is celebrating success after winning the Tenant Participation Advisory Service (TPAS) Central Region award for ‘Excellence in Tena... Read more
Derwent Living combats fly tipping in Lincoln
Created on March 6, 2017
A street in Lincoln prone to fly-tipping received a much needed spring clean this week thanks to a ‘clean-up day’ organised by housing associat... Read more
Be flippin’ careful!
Created on February 28, 2017
Making pancakes can be lots of fun for the whole family, especially the kids. And let’s be honest – they are absolutely delicious! However, over half of all accidental fires in the home start in the kitchen. As the resident health and safety ... Read more
Great British Spring Clean at Ruston Way
Created on February 27, 2017
In support of Keep Britain Tidy’s “Great British Spring Clean”, Derwent Living are arranging a clean-up day on Wednesday 1st March between 9.30am and 2.30pm. One large skip will be in place in the car park at Ruston Way, Lincoln, for you to dis... Read more
Important contractor announcement
Created on February 27, 2017
Since joining the Places for People Group, talks have been taking place regarding maintenance services currently provided by contractors Liberty Ma... Read more
David Proud Award winner announced!
Created on February 24, 2017
Derby resident, Steven Millward, is bursting with pride after being presented with the David Proud Award for Resident Involvement from Derwent Livi... Read more
Friendship blooms for Julie Robley
Created on February 6, 2017
Congratulations to Derwent Living resident manager Julie Robley, on winning an All Things Local ‘Friendship Blooms’ nomination. All Things Local is a community magazine and its editor, Karyn Milner, surprised Julie with a lovely bouquet of flower... Read more
Award shortlisting for Mediation Team
Created on January 31, 2017
Derwent Living’s in-house mediation team has been shortlisted for the Tenant Participation Advisory Service (TPAS), Central Region, Excellence in... Read more
Air ambulance flying high thanks to Derwent Living donations
Created on January 19, 2017
More than £6,000 has been raised by Derwent Living, in support of the Air Ambulance – to help save more lives across Derbyshire, Rutland and Lei... Read more
