BCHA

29/05/2026

We've got some amazing courses coming up at BCHA Learn in June!

If you're over 19 and live in the BCP area, you can access these courses for FREE:

🧘All Being Well: learn how to better your mental health, build self-esteem and confidence and boost your wellbeing
🌿Horticulture (Levels 1 & 2): nurture your green thumb and get a recognised City & Guilds qualification in the process

Want to know more? Call our team on 01202 410 595 or visit our Course Calendar to find out more and enrol: https://ow.ly/woqO50Z4Ivj

28/05/2026

We're hiring across a variety of roles in the Plymouth area.

Find our full vacancy list or submit a speculative application on our website > https://ow.ly/WIyJ50Z4Irb

26/05/2026

⚠️☀️ Hot Weather Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) is now active in the BCP area.

The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) sees BCP Council work with St Mungo's to provide extra support to those sleeping rough.

Please contact the street outreach team about anyone you are concerned about:
☎️ Ring: 01202 315962
📧 Email: B&[email protected]

⚠️☀️ Hot Weather Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) is now active.
The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) mean we work with St Mungo's to provide extra support to those sleeping rough.
Please contact the street outreach team to let us know about anyone you are concerned about:
☎️ Ring: 01202 315962
📧 Email: [email protected]

26/05/2026

Thank you to the Dorset Echo for sharing the news of our recent mayoral visit at the Dorchester Community Front Room (CFR).

To support Mental Health Awareness Week, the Dorchester CFR hosted a visit from the Mayor and Mayoress of Dorchester. Read the full story on the Dorset Echo website here: https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/26123379.dorchester-community-front-room-visited-dorchester-mayor/

22/05/2026

Last week, BCHA's Jules, Business Manager for the Plymouth Outreach Teams, was invited to speak at "Our Voices, Our Careers: How Women Progress in Housing" at BLOCK Workspace in Plymouth, an event celebrating local women who have built their careers in the housing sector.

With approximately 58% of social housing customers identifying as female, representation is important when it comes to those working in the various services within the housing industry.

Jules said "I feel really lucky and privileged to work at BCHA. Not just for the fantastic teams, but for the invaluable support I have received. I am proud to work at an organisation that has a strong female influence across the organisation, from our CEO, several members of our directorate and multiple 'Heads of', all of whom champion and support women and their career progression at BCHA."

We're hiring across services in the region. If you're interested in working for a company that supports colleague growth and celebrates our differences, take a look at our vacancies here: https://ow.ly/kAmO50Z11br

21/05/2026

Yesterday, BCHA welcomed a visit from the National Housing Federation's Chair, to shine a light on some of our supported housing schemes in the Bournemouth area.

Read more about the visit on our website here: https://ow.ly/x2f650Z2H0L

20/05/2026

BCHA were pleased to attend the opening of Community cafe, EX4, in April. The cafe was opened by Michelin-star chef, Michael Caines, who runs luxury country house hotel Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux, who praised the cost-of-living friendly menu alongside a friendly, welcoming and safe space for those who may be facing isolation.

The cafe, spearheaded by a member of BCHA's Customer Steering Group Dan, has become a beacon of hope within the Exeter community.

Read more about the opening on BCHA's website here > https://ow.ly/7bWe50Z10W9

18/05/2026

Last week marked , and BCHA's services had an action-packed week.

The Mental Health Floating Support team received a visit from Tom Hayes MP for East Bournemouth on Friday, and the Dorchester Community Front Room received a visit from the Mayor and Mayoress of Dorchester. Both visits highlight the vital importance of offering mental health support throughout our local communities.

Colleagues at BCHA's Hubs - the Factory in Poole and Unity Hub in Plymouth - took part in day, helping to turn the world green for good mental health.

And finally, Millennium House hosted daily activities for customers, highlighting the importance of taking for Mental Health, no matter how small.

Swipe through to see some pics from the week > >

12/05/2026

BCHA want to say a huge thank you to Sienna, who very generously supported our Family Intervention team with a donation of art and craft supplies.

Sienna reached out to the team after doing a project at university on how children can be affected by domestic abuse.

Charlotte, Family Intervention Worker, said "We are thrilled that Sienna gave such a large donation of thoughtful items after learning about the Family Intervention service. The donation will allow us to provide a creative outlet to the children and young people we support in our community who have been affected by domestic abuse."

01/05/2026

Following the success of our most recent workshop, Access Wellbeing Hubs and BCHA Learn are coming together for "Wellbeing Matters" - a FREE 2-hour group workshop for those 19+ in Dorset.

Monday 11th May from 10am - 12pm
BCHA Learn, 3 - 5 Palmerston Road, BH1 4HN

This workshop will cover key topics in mental health and wellbeing, aiming to break down the stigma surrounding mental health, and to provide practical skills to support a healthier lifestyle.

To book your place, drop into the BCHA Learn facility or contact the Access Wellbeing team on 07385473687.