Adactus - News

Spooky night of creepy capers.
Coverage on this very successful halloween event held at Victoria Mill Hut in Miles Platting. 'Creepy Capers' was organised by Adactus Housing in partnership with Family Action Manchester with over 40 local people attending to make halloween costumes, non-alcoholic coctails, and have a dance.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 30 October 2008

Pensioners show fancy footwork.
Story reporting on a successful event organised by Adactus and Zest at the Trinity Methodist Church in Ancoats to celebrate International Day of Older Persons. The event was open to people over the age of 55 and included various activities such as pampering sessions, line dancing, mosaic making and healthy eating.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 30 October 2008

Yummy Occasion.
Coverage of the Ancoats and Miles Platting 'family food and fun' roadshow organised by Adactus as part of the East Manchester Food and Drink Fringe Festival. The roadshow educated local people on healthy eating, growing their own produce and composting. Cookery classes also took place, and overall the day proved a great success.

24dash.com 17 October 2008

Residents celebrate international day of older persons.
Coverage of the fun day organised for residents aged 55 and over in North Manchester. The fun day event celebrated the International Day of Older Persons at the Trinity Methodist Church in Ancoats. Organised by Adactus Housing Association and Zest, the fun day included pamper sessions as well as dancing, mosaic making and healthy eating advice.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 18 September 2008

More outdoor fun on the horizon.
Story looking into the forthcoming activities that Adactus is planning to host for residents in Openshaw and Gorton. The activities will continue from the successful summer events organised by Adactus, which included kayaking and dinghy sailing at Debdale Park as well as street dancing workshops.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 04 September 2008

Residents get the ultimate thrill.
Coverage on an ultimate thrills event organised by Adactus for residents in Miles Platting. 60 thrill seeking residents were taken to Camelot Theme Park by Adactus with the aim of promoting community spirit. The event came as a reward to residents that took part in local clear ups and litter picking events in the previous weeks.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 28 August 2008

Getting in shape can be a lot of fun.
Local residents enjoyed a getting active event organised by Adactus in Openshaw. Apart from the fun activities on the day which included a bouncy castle, a bungee run, an assault course and bouncy boxing, residents were also able to discuss the services Adactus offers in the area.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 21 August 2008

Residents do it themselves.
Coverage on more residents from Gorton and Openshaw successfully completing the DIY course run by Adactus Housing Association. The course follows on from the success of the similar Homefront project previously run in Miles Platting.

Bootle Times - 21 August 2008

Klondyke Street Community Group wins recognition for its work.
Further Coverage on the award received by The Klondyke Street Reps at this year's Sefton Housing Market Renewal Community Champions Awards. The award for 'Promoting Community Services' was awarded for their work with BReathe+ to produce a Community Directory.

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Chorley Guardian - 20 August 2008

Hard at work.
Local residents, church volunteers and staff from Chorley Community Housing tidied up overgrown areas in two Chorley Estates as part of "Hope 2008". This national scheme aims to encourage churches to work together with locals to make a positive impact in their communities.

North West Housing News - 20 August 2008

Bootle community spirit blooms.
Residents from Klondyke and staff from BReathe+ came together in a successful event to make improvements to Marie Martin Park in Bootle. Everyone worked tirelessly on the day to create flower beds, plant trees and shrubs, hang bird feeders and paint murals across walls.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 14 August 2008

Getting that winning feeling.
Coverage of a 60-metre sprint event organised in the streets of Miles Platting to find British athletes for the future. More than 30 youngsters took part in this national competition co-ordinated by Manchester CC's athletics team and supported by Adactus Housing Association and local healthy living programme, Zest. For the ones that qualified the final will take place on 19 September outside Manchester Town Hall.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 14 August 2008

Challenging behaviour.
Coverage on a successful film production on Anti-Social Behaviour. Adactus commissioned the AMP Project youth group to produce a film on anti-social behaviour and the effect of yobbery in local communities. This film forms part of a series of other DVDs including environmental issues and sexual health. The films will help raise awareness on these issues and will be featured in future events organised by Adactus.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 17 July 2008

A day in the sun.
Another successful 'Fun Day' organised by Adactus and residents from the Queens Parade Tenants' & Residents' Association. The event had a 'getting active' theme with locals enjoying activities such as badmington, football and giant board games. A bouncy castle was also available. The event was supported by a Manchester City Council Neighbours' Day Grant.

24dash.com - 10 July 2008

Klondyke Street Reps win Community Champions Award.
Bootle based community group, The Klondyke Street Reps, have been recognised at this year’s Sefton Housing Market Renewal Community Champions Awards, winning an award for ‘Promoting Community Services’ through their newly established Community Directory. The Klondyke Street Reps and the BReathe+ Consortium have been working together to produce the Community Directory which was launched with a community event to coincide with European Good Neighbours Day.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 03 July 2008

No need to call DIY experts.
Coverage on the successful ceremony organised by Adactus to reward residents who successfuly completed the 'Homefront' DIY course. 'Homefront' run by Adactus in Miles Platting is now commencing in Gorton and Openshaw aiming to help residents gain health & safety, decorating, painting and basic plumping and joinery skills withinin five weeks. If interested contact Adactus on 0161 2304070.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 26 June 2008

Fun for Everyone.
Coverage on another successful event Adactus has supported local residents to organise in Miles Platting. Over 30 people attended on the day, including residents from Exford Close and the local community that got together to enjoy the food and drink, a bouncy castel for the kids and prepare hanging baskets they could take home with them.

Inside Housing - 20 June 2008

Pursuit of Happiness.
In depth article looking into the increasing investment of Housing Associations into the welfare of their staff. The article features Adactus's 'Healthy Living' campaign and details of how many of its staff have taken the scheme on. To showcase the diverse range of activities supported under this Adactus scheme, the article tells the story of Catherine Elliot and her Lakeland Trail Running.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 12 June 2008

Just being neighbourly.
Another event organised by local residents as part of the Manchester City Council's "neighbours day". Adactus helped residents secure funding from the City Council to buy all the equipment and hold a BBQ in Clayton. The rain held off and the BBQ was well attended.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 12 June 2008

Friendship blossoms among good neighbours.
As part of Manchester City Council's "neighbours day" Adactus helped local residents in Collyhurst organise and take part in this successful event to improve the look of St. George's Community Centre. Green fingered locals worked on revitalising some of the flower beds and took part in the Adactus hosted workshops on growing your own plants and vegetables.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 05 June 2008

Homefront DIY courses.
Adactus Housing Association aims to help local residents improve their confidence in DIY and be able to make small improvements in their homes. The Association is running DIY courses for residents in Ancoats, Miles Platting and Collyhurst. The 'Homefront' project will include courses on painting and decorating, joinery, plumbing as well as Health & Safety.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 22 May 2008

Alleyway gets a bright summer look.
Adactus Housing Association staff worked with the Beckett & Bragenham Residents' Association to transform the alleyway between Beckett Street and Bragenham Street. The transformation which included fitting numerous hanging baskets and benches, has been funded through a grant the residents' association secured with Adactus's help from The Manchester City Council.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 22 May 2008

Homes are looking good for summer.
Coverage on the huge clear out organised by the Renaissance Consortium in Miless Platting. Staff from consortium members, Adactus Housing Association and Lovell, helped local residents get rid of unwanted household items by providing skips across the neighbourhood. The Consortium is planning more similar events during this summer.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 15 May 2008

Join the area's renaissance.
Article inviting local people to take the opportunity to join the apprenticship scheme run by the Renaissance Consortium in Miles Platting. The scheme is run in partnership with New East Manchester, Skills Solutions and MANCAT. A trainee already on the programme describes all the benefits of the scheme and how well it is going. Trainee positions are available with Consortium members Adactus and Lovell.

North East Manchester Advertiser - 15 May 2008

Take chance to clean out your old rubbish.
Short article local residents' invite to the large scale clear-up organised by the Renaissance Consortium in Miles Platting. The Consortium provided skips for local residents to get rid of unwanted household items. Consortium members, Lovell and Adactus had staff and trainees to help residents on the day.

Crains Manchester Business News - 08 May 2008

£10m for New Homes in Wigan.
Further online coverage on the £10m investment in new homes in Wigan. The new homes will include a mix of affordable homes and specialist homes for people with long term disabilities and dementia as well as teenage parents.

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Fleetwood Weekly News - 08 May 2008

£10m housing boost for town.
Online article reporting on the £10m investment in Wigan for the provision of affordable homes. Amongst the new homes, developments will include specialist homes for people with long term disabilities and dementia as well as teenage parents. Both Adactus Housing and Wigan & Leigh Housing are involved in the new developments.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 17 April 2008

Community members dig in.
More than 30 residents took part in this clear-up project in Miles Platting organised by Adactus Housing Association with Manchester City Council's Campigns Team and Probation Services. Residents helped clearing up Miles Platting and add a splash of colour to their neighbourhood. Adactus will be organising more similar events in the coming months.

southport visiter - 11 April 2008

Protests fail to block flats on Southport tennis courts winning go-ahead.
Update on a previous story, reporting on the success of Adactus to gain planning permision for the development in Ashdown Close, Southport. Local Councillors have given the green light for the three-storey block of flats on the former tennis courts site in Kew.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 10 April 2008

A Fun Day for all.
Coverage on a Residents' Fun Day organised in Miles Platting by Adactus Housing Association in partnership with Zest and Sure Start. The successful Fun Day had a 'cleaner and greener' theme promoting energy efficiency and recycling. Activities included recycling workshops, kite making, bouncy castle, nail art and five-a-side tournaments.

southport visiter - 08 April 2008

Flats development plan for former tennis courts in Kew.
Coverage on Adactus's plans to develop a three storey block of flats in Southport. The new development is earmarked for the site of the former Southport tennis club in Kew. Sefton Council officers have recomended the plans for approval.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 03 April 2008

Scheme helps build a future for students.
Further local coverage on the mentoring scheme set up for local teenagers in Gorton, to work in construction and housing posts at Lovell and partner Adactus Housing Association over the next two years. The aim is to help the teenagers gain first-hand experience in the industry.

Tameside Reporter - 20 March 2008

Foundations for brighter future.
Local press coverage in Tameside for the Gorton students from Cedar Mount High School that will be working in construction and housing posts at Lovell and partner Adactus Housing Association over the next two years.

Daily Construction News - 12 March 2008

Manchester students build future skills in company mentoring scheme.
Additional coverage on the 12, year 10 students from Cedar Mount High School that will be working in construction and housing posts at Lovell and partner Adactus Housing Association over the next two years. The scheme aims to help the teenagers gain first-hand experience in the industry.

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North West Housing News - 12 March 2008

Manchester students build future skills in company mentoring scheme.
Coverage on the mentoring scheme set up by Lovell in East Manchester. Over the next two years, students from Cedar Mount High School will be working in construction and housing posts at Lovell and partner Adactus Housing Association respectively.

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North West Housing News - 29 February 2008

Adactus unveils new homes for first time buyers in Morecambe.
Further coverage on Adactus's latest housing development in Morecambe's West End. The newly refurbished apartments were unveiled with a special plaque to mark the announcement.

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www.thevisitor.co.uk - 28 February 2008

New Homes for first time buyers.
Article reporting on Adactus's latest housing development in Morecambe's West End. The newly refurbished apartments were unveiled with a special plaque to mark the announcement.

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North East Manchester Advertiser - 28 February 2008

Getting involved in the future of Miles Platting.
Article providing update information on the regeneration taking place in Miles Platting, and how the Renaissance Consortium and Adactus Housing in particular are involving local residents in the decisions being made for their neighbourhood. Numerous residents' groups have already been set up with ongoing events and residents' meetings.

northernhousing.co.uk - 29 February 2008

Adactus unveils new homes for first time buyers in Morecambe.
Further online coverage of the plaque unveiling by Cllr David Kerr and staff from Adactus at 'Duddon Court', Adactus's latest development in Morecambe. The family apartments at 'Duddon Court' are available for sale through shared ownership; a three bedroom apartment could be purchased from as little as £55k for a 50% share.

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thevisitor.co.uk - 28 February 2008

New homes for first time buyers.
Online coverage of the plaque unveiling by Cllr David Kerr and staff from Adactus at 'Duddon Court', Adactus's latest development in Morecambe. The family apartments at 'Duddon Court' are available for sale through shared ownership; a three bedroom apartment could be purchased from as little as £55k for a 50% share.

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The Morecambe Visitor - 27 February 2008

New homes for first time buyers.
Coverage of the plaque unveiling event at 'Duddon Court', Adactus's latest development in Morecambe. Cllr David Kerr was joined by Council and Adactus staff to unveil a plaque at the development on Friday 22 Feb. Duddon Court on 47-49 West End Road, consists of family apartments available for sale through shared ownership; a three bedroom apartment could be purchased from as little as £55k for a 50% share.

northernhousing.co.uk - 20 February 2008

Adactus wins Star Status.
Online publication reporting on the recent success of Adactus being awarded star status accreditation for its workplace and investment in people. Adactus has achieved 'one star' status for a 'first class' workplace after taking part in the Best Comapnies survey 2007.

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icseftonandwestlancs.co.uk - 20 February 2008

Bootle housing associations unite to tackle crime.
This article reports on the newly established Forum between numerous housing associations in Sefton, including Adactus Housing, BReathe+, Maritime, Riverside and others, in order to tackle crime and Anti-Social Behaviour.

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Construction Now - 19 February 2008

First milestone marked for Manchester housing scheme.
Another article reporting on the bricklaying event organised by New East Manchester with partners Adactus Housing Association, Lovell and architects PRP to mark the start of the £65m Toxteth Street area regeneration.

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North West Housing News - 19 February 2008

First milestone marked for Manchester housing scheme.
Additional web coverage of the bricklaying event organised by New East Manchester with partners Adactus Housing Association, Lovell and architects PRP to mark the start of the Toxteth Street area regeneration. Local residents and senior staff from the four the partners laid the first bricks marking this £65m scheme.

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Crain's Manchester Business News - 19 February 2008

New homes under way in Openshaw.
Web coverage of a bricklaying event organised by New East Manchester with partners Adactus Housing Association, Lovell and architects PRP to mark the start of the Toxteth Street area regeneration. Local residents laid the first bricks marking the £65m scheme across a 10.3 hectares site in proximity to the Manchester City Centre.

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Inside Housing - 15 February 2008

Taking care of business.
Article looking into how working mothers are coping with their responsibilities at work and home and what organisations can do to help. Adactus is mentioned as one of the companies offering flexible working hours to working mothers, even at a senior level as Annabelle Robinson, Director of Housing, confirms.

Manchester Evening News - 1 February 2008

Winning snap puts playtime in the frame.
Coverage on the successful photography competition organised by Adactus Housing Association in Moss Side during the Respect Action Week. Adactus worked in partnership with St Mary's Primary School enabling its pupils to photograph things they like in their neighbourhoods. The photos where exhibited at the school throughout the Respect Action Week. The winner was Farah Mohammed, nine, with her photo of children playing on a climbing frame.

Manchester Evening News - 23 January 2008

Refurbished Home is miles better.
Further coverage on the improved quality of the refurbishment works in the Miles Platting properties. Revisiting the property of Ms Korona who initially raised concerns on the quality of the works, the article looks into how much things have improved since then to the delight of local residents. The article includes a quote from Lovell and mentions Adactus as a member of the Renaissance Consortium.

North West Housing News - 15 January 2008

Refurbished Home is miles better.
This story reports on the improved quality of the refurbishment works in the Miles Platting properties. Revisiting the property of Ms Korona who initially raised concerns on the quality of the works, the article looks into how much things have improved since then to the delight of local residents. The article includes a quote from Lovell and mentions Adactus as a member of the Renaissance Consortium.

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