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Digital device scheme reduces social isolation among vulnerable people in Tayside

Vulnerable people experiencing social isolation in Tayside are getting connected to loved ones, community groups and vital services thanks to a nationwide digital initiative. Connecting Scotland is a Scottish Government scheme, managed by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, which aims to get every citizen in the country online. Set up in response to the pandemic, the programme has enabled local charity Hillcrest Futures to hand out iPads and MiFi…
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  • Have your say on being a mid-market rent tenant

    Posted: 19th October 2021

      Our housing teams, Hillcrest Energy Advice Team (HEAT) and our Tenancy Sustainment Service (TSS) are always busy supporting tenants, but during the pandemic demand for help shot up as many people were unable to work or had reduced household incomes. With face to face support not possible, our teams…

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  • Hillcrest Futures celebrates volunteers over afternoon tea

    Posted: 5th October 2021

      Our housing teams, Hillcrest Energy Advice Team (HEAT) and our Tenancy Sustainment Service (TSS) are always busy supporting tenants, but during the pandemic demand for help shot up as many people were unable to work or had reduced household incomes. With face to face support not possible, our teams…

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  • A day in the life of a HEAT energy adviser

    Posted: 17th September 2021

      Our housing teams, Hillcrest Energy Advice Team (HEAT) and our Tenancy Sustainment Service (TSS) are always busy supporting tenants, but during the pandemic demand for help shot up as many people were unable to work or had reduced household incomes. With face to face support not possible, our teams…

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