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Newsletter June 2016 This newsletter is for Genesis and Barnet Homes residents to provide information on community news and events.

Grahame Park – Concourse Consultation Events As part of the redesign of the Grahame Park Concourse, there will be a series of resident and local stakeholder consultation events taking place in June. We will also be at the Grahame Park Festival on Saturday 9 July.

We would like to get your feedback and understand how you currently use your home and open spaces, in order to shape the future design. Please see information below: Location: 15 the Concourse, Colindale, NW9 5XA

Our design team would like to meet you and get your thoughts on the emerging plans for a redesigned concourse area.

We are at an early stage in the design process so the drop - in sessions will give you a chance to look at the overall design proposals for the concourse and look in more detail at some key design features including: • Typical flat and house layouts and sizes • Private balcony and terrace designs • Communal gardens and courtyards • Shared entrances and lobbies • Public green space and play areas.

Dates: W ednesday 8 June, 10.00am – 12.30pm, Thursday 9 June, 3.30pm – 7.00pm and Saturday 11 June 10.00am – 12.30pm.

The Grahame Park Festival will be another opportunity to discuss the plans, so come and find us in one of the stalls!

We will also have the information online and more information will be available via the Genesis website www.genesisha.org.uk In the meantime, if you have any queries please contact Jacqui Farquharson on 07990557111 or Jacqui.farquharson@genesisha.org.uk

Leaseholders Genesis will start the process of the buyback leasehold properties on the concourse and in the wider Stage B area.

In order to redevelop the concourse, leasehold properties will need to be purchased through phases over the next three years.

Our leaseholder document and introductory letter will shortly be sent to all those affected. We encourage residents to contact Diana Edward to discuss options and timescales of the project. Please contact Diana Edward on 07740581305 or email Diana.Edward@genesisha.org.uk .

If you have any questions and would prefer to seek independent advice, then contact Chris McConnachie, at Priority Estates Project Ltd, the Independent Tenant Adviser for Grahame Park: Email: chris.m@pep.org.uk Web: www.pep.org.uk Free Phone Number: 0300 008 0015

GPS Community Support Funding The local partnership, the Grahame Park Strategy Group have launched of a new community fund to support activities and local initiatives in Grahame Park. Organisations can apply for up to £2500 for projects that engage with Grahame Park residents and deliver at least one of the following priorities: • Enterprise, employment and training • Children and youth provision • Social and digital inclusion • Resident engagement • Community safety • Wellbeing including open spaces and facilities Organisations will need to be able to provide relevant documentation to support their application. The community fund does not cover for infrastructure, permanent staff salaries, overheads, core costs or equipment that is not directly required for use within the project.

The deadline for the first round of applications is Monday 12 September at 5.00pm.

For more information and an application form please contact brennan.cct@gmail.com or visit www.colindalecommunity.org

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Grahame Park Newsletter June 2016

Join a Regional Committee

Volunteer for the Grahame Park Festival 2016

Regional committees give residents a stronger voice at the heart of the work we do locally by acting as sound board for Genesis.

Genesis is looking for volunteers who live within the surrounding area of Grahame Park for its annual Grahame Park Festival on Saturday 9 July 2016.

We have a number of vacancies available in each region.

Volunteering is a great way to get active in your local community and an opportunity to develop skills and experience. As a volunteer you will work with Genesis and the team from Nutmeg Community. There are a variety of roles including: • Front of desk , support with the registration desk • Conduct surveys • Work with young people • Support local organisations and their activities on the day If you would like to volunteer in this year’s Grahame Park Festival, then contact Kristina Stoyanova via email kristina.stoyanova@genesisha.org.uk or call 07867353163.

We are particularly looking for members in: Region 1: East London and East of England Region 2: North London and Hertfordshire Region 4: Brent and Barnet We want to hear what you think about our plans, services and our performance in your region and to hear your suggestions for improvements. If you would like to join a regional committee and have your say, or if you have any further questions, then contact via: Visit: http://www.genesisha.org.uk/residents/ get_involved.aspx Email: mygenesis@genesisha.org.uk Call: 033 3000 3000 and ask for a recruitment pack.

You will need to be available for a short briefing session on Friday 8 July (we will be able to confirm times when you sign up). You will need to be available on Saturday 9 July 2016 from 10.00am until 5.00pm.

However if you cannot commit to the entire day we would still like to hear from you

Employment and Training For more information on employment, enterprise and training opportunities, contact Michael Duncombe Enterprise, Employment & Training Officer 07834 526 048 or email: Michael.Duncombe@genesisha.org.uk

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New Website and App for Colindale Community

Local young people graduate from the Tutoring Project

Colindale Community Trust has launched their new website www.colindalecommunity.org.

You can find out information about activities and projects taking place in Grahame Park and the Colindale area.

12 students have graduated from the Tutoring Project, celebrating their hard work and progress over the course.

You can also download the App to your mobile or tablet and make use of the new facility for booking community venues for your events and celebrations.

The 16 week pilot project is funded by Genesis with the aim to help young people aged 8 to 11 years old to improve their English and Maths skills for their SATs exams. We want to build the bridge between school and home and create long lasting improvement in attainment.

If you want to let people know about your activity, register on the website and upload your information on the Community Forum.

If you need help using the internet, come to a one day workshop on Thursday 28 July. To register, please visit The One Stop Shop on the Concourse.

Sewing Stitches Sewing Stitches is a Colindale community business that trains people to design and produce clothing.

Trainees can learn how to design and make a dress in 4 hours.

Bring your own materials to the Grahame Park Festival on 9 July 2016 where you can make your dress with our help or by yourself.

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Tutors United is a social enterprise that hires and trains undergraduate students who wish to gain experience in the teaching sector. It provides tutoring for primary school pupils from underprivileged and migrant backgrounds. The project tackles student unemployment and educational disadvantage by making private tutoring accessible to those who are in need of extra academic support.

Due to the successful pilot, the project will continue. The next project is due to start in September 2016.

In the meantime if you have any questions about this project or you would like to express your interest, then contact Samantha Cheadle on samantha.cheadle@genesisha.org.uk

Grahame Park Surgeries – last Wednesday of every month: This service provides information to all residents relating to their new homes and the future development on Grahame Park • 29 June 10am - 12pm • 27 July 2pm - 4pm • 28 September 10am - 12pm

• 26 October 2pm - 4pm • 30 November 10am - 12pm • No surgeries in August or December 2016

Genesis Housing Association contact centre number 033 3000 3000 The contact centre is open for residents and customers for routine enquiries from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. If you have an emergency out of hours, you can still get through to us on the same number.

Calls to 03 cost no more than a national rate call to an 01 or 02 number and must count towards any inclusive minutes in the same way as 01 and 02 calls. These rules apply to calls from any type of line including MOBILE, BT, other fixed line or payphone.

If you would like to report a gas leak, please call 0800 111 999 Or you can email us on: contact@genesisha.org.uk If you are a resident who lives on Grahame Park and the surrounding Colindale area, 20 The Concourse will no longer run as a drop in service. Any visitors who wish to discuss tenancy matters with Housing Management, will need to make an appointment by calling our contact centre number which is listed above. Residents will only be seen by Neighbourhood Managers by appointment only.

Priority Estates Project Ltd (PEP) Independent Resident Adviser: This service offers independent advice to all residents living on Grahame Park regarding their future homes and their community.

Contact Details: Chris McConnachie Email: chris.m@pep.org.uk Web: www.pep.org.uk Freephone number: 0300 008 0015

Keith Mann keith.m@pep.org.uk

Barnet Homes contact centre - general enquiries The contact centre is open for calls from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday.

We also offer a 24 hour emergency call service on the same number.

• Type Talk: 18001 0800 389 5225 • Freephone: 0800 389 5225 / 020 8359 5225 • Email: talk2us@barnethomes.org • Text: 07903 324 192 • Minicom: 020 8359 5212 If you have an out of hour’s repairs emergency, contact: • Mears (repairs contractor) on 020 3589 3052

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We offer a wide range of workshops/clubs that are available to all Barnet residents

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Anger management Art and craft club Basic Computer Skills Basic Swimming Basketball Club Beauty and style feel good workshop Benefits surgery Board Games club Car maintenance workshop Dancing Classes Debt management

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Emotional Wellbeing Course English as a second language Family relationship workshop Football Club How to shop effectively Peer mentoring / coffee mornings Music for beginners Time Management Walk/Talk club in the most beautiful local parks  Wellbeing workshop

To find out about the current workshops and book a place Please visit our website at www.outreachbarnet.org.uk Or call the duty desk on 0203 115 1185.

Alternatively speak to your Support Worker.

Places are limited please book early to avoid disappointments

If you need any part of this information in large print, Braille, on audio tape or explained in your own language please contact us on the number below.

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033 3000 3000 Turkish

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