Blackwood Homes and Care

18/08/2026

Andrea gets a call first thing in the morning. Another at 8pm. And every time, she knows someone's there.

That's CleverCogs Connect - daily welfare calls, medication and appointment reminders, all from one screen. Andrea puts it best: "the people on it are absolutely amazing."

Watch her full story on our youtube page, and find out what CleverCogs Connect can do:

Our round-the-clock support service offers peace of mind, with a carer always just a tap away.

13/08/2026

At Blackwood, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We couldn't deliver our services without them, and we have so many brilliant people with different experiences and stories, all working to deliver high-quality landlord and care services and help our customers Live Life to the Full.

First up, meet Israel 👋 Swipe through to find out a little more about him, how running and cycling keep him going, and the headspace he finds along the way. 🏃

11/08/2026

Some days, a video call can mean the world.

CleverCogs Connect gives our customers daily welfare calls, medication and appointment reminders, all from one screen. For Catherine, it's a lifeline.

Watch her full story on our page. Find out what CleverCogs Connect can do: www.blackwoodgroup.org.uk/digitalservice

30/07/2026

Today is International Day of Friendship. And at Blackwood, we know that friendship isn't a nice extra. It's part of what keeps people well.

Connection matters. Having someone to call, someone to laugh with, someone who notices when you haven't been around — that makes a real difference to how people feel day to day. For the people we support, relationships and community are just as important to independence as the roof over their head.

Today's a good excuse to reach out to someone you've been meaning to catch up with.

08/07/2026

July is Talk to Us Month, run by Samaritans. The idea behind it is simple: a conversation can make a real difference.

You don't need the perfect words. Often, just asking someone how they're really doing, and properly listening to the answer, is enough. A colleague. A customer. A friend. Family. A quick check-in can mean far more than you'd think.

So this month, reach out to someone. Put the kettle on. Ask how they are, and mean it.

And if you ever need someone to talk to yourself, Samaritans are there day and night, for free, on 116 123. 💚

01/07/2026

Good Care Month. One month to say thank you, properly, to the people who show up every day for those who need them most.

Our care and support staff help customers live with independence, dignity and real choice. This month we're celebrating them, and letting the people they support do some of the talking.

To our care teams: thank you. Really.

15/06/2026

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It's a chance to talk openly about something that often stays hidden.

Abuse of older people isn't always physical, and it's often by someone they know. Knowing the signs means more of us can step in and help.

Swipe through to learn what to look out for and where to turn for support. And if you're ever worried about an older person, Hourglass runs a free, confidential helpline 24/7 on 0808 808 8141.

Everyone deserves to feel safe. 💚

04/06/2026

Working together to strengthen tenant voices 🤝

Our Housing Directorate team at Blackwood recently took part in a really positive session with Tenants Information Service .

The session focused on how we can further improve tenant participation and engagement, making sure tenants’ voices are heard, valued and help shape the services we deliver.

A big thank you to Pedro from TIS for sharing their expertise and supporting us to keep strengthening how we work with tenants.

24/02/2026

📢 Service Update – Wednesday 25 February

Please note that our Customer Service, Housing and Property Team will be taking part in a staff development day on Wednesday 25 February and will not be available that day.

During this time, Bield will be handling all emergency repair calls on our behalf.

All other phone lines will be closed, but you’re welcome to leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible when we return on Thursday 26 February.

Thanks for your understanding.

05/02/2026

At Blackwood, the right home is one that supports people to live life to the full.

Whether someone is looking for an affordable home or a more supported living environment, Blackwood offers a range of housing options to suit different circumstances.

Our housing options include:

🏠 General Needs / Affordable Housing
Well-maintained, affordable homes for individuals and families, located close to local services, transport links and communities, with fair and sustainable rents.

🏡 The Blackwood House
Blackwood’s own innovative housing design, created to support independent living through thoughtful layout, accessibility and assistive technology.

🏘️ Shared Living Homes
Homes for people aged 65 and over, offering a private room within a supportive community setting. Shared living homes include communal spaces, on-site staff providing two meals a day, property and garden maintenance, and the reassurance of community living, with all bills included in a single monthly charge.

Find out more about our homes on our website:
https://www.blackwoodgroup.org.uk/types-of-homes-