Community

You’ve got a friend in NE

Our in-person social befriending programme Silver Friends has already had lots of success bringing people together in County Durham. This year, thanks to a funding boost, it’s now making its way to West Northumberland.

Silver Talk achieves County Durham Volunteering Kite mark

Silver Talk, our free telephone befriending service has been awarded the County Durham Volunteering Kite mark.

Karbon Homes partners with local primary school to launch affordable food club in Consett

A primary school in Consett, County Durham, has partnered with North East housing association Karbon Homes to launch an affordable food hub for the benefit of the local community.

Extra care scheme raises £300 with first resident-acted panto

Our Extra Care scheme The Manors, in Prudhoe, was transformed into a theatre on Saturday afternoon as the residents put on their first pantomime. 

No child left on the sidelines – North East partners kick off landmark sports campaign

Karbon recommits to Make a Stand pledge

We are proud to share that we have signed the Chartered Institute of Housing’s (CIH) Make a Stand pledge and recommitted to take action to support people experiencing domestic abuse. 

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