BCHA

12/06/2026

"People say you need to hit rock bottom, but in my opinion, rock bottom has a basement - and that’s where I was."

Read Steve's inspiring story, in his own words, on BCHA's website here: https://ow.ly/hq5H50Zax1t

10/06/2026

Starting this month, some BCHA customers can expect to hear from Acquity to see how we are doing as your landlord.

Once per quarter, customers are selected randomly to be asked questions related to the Tenant Satisfaction Measures. This survey provides an opportunity to give confidential feedback about our services.

If you have any concerns or questions about the surveys, you can contact our Customer Services team on 01202 410 500.

08/06/2026

Tune in tomorrow to KeeP 106 to hear BCHA's Josh discussing all things mental health and how the Community Front Rooms can support you.

The Dorchester Community Front Room has seen visits from the Mayor and Mayoress of Dorchester, plus MP Edward Morello, but the team are most excited to meet and support those in the local community with their mental health.

You can find the team Thursday - Sunday, 2:15 - 9:45pm at 19 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HH.

05/06/2026

BCHA are pleased to announce the long-awaited return of BCHA's Festival of Wellbeing!

Promising a fun-filled day with organisations providing activities, support and signposting, this FREE event is taking place on Friday 7th August this year at Boscombe Chine Gardens.

Find out more about the event and the organisations who are attending on our website here: https://ow.ly/LYOQ50Z7Ttt

Are you a local business and want to take part? Contact us on [email protected] to discuss hosting a stall with our friendly team.

01/06/2026

In a recent visit to one of our Mental Health Floating Support teams, Tom Hayes MP noticed the soft yellow paint on the wall in one of the rooms at a property provided by Sovereign. He suggested to a member of his team that they copy the idea in their office. We look forward to seeing a photo Tom.

At BCHA we want people to feel at home and calm in their rooms so we avoid clinical white, dark and bright colours across BCHA properties. This follows our commitment to being person centred and following the concept of trauma informed environments.

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