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News | September 2026

Community project in Seaham set for second year as residents invited to help shape what happens next

A project helping to create opportunities for young people in Seaham will continue for a second year after receiving £18,611 of new funding from believe housing.

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believe housing news, Community, News, Social value | September 2026

community groups can apply for believe housing grants to support west durham priorities

Community groups can apply for believe housing grants between £5,000 and £20,000 to deliver projects in Crook, Willington, Sunnybrow and Billy Row, where four priorities have been identified.

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believe housing news, News | September 2026

believe housing helps peterlee customer celebrate 100th birthday

Former wartime canteen worker May Edwards, from Peterlee, has celebrated her 100th birthday. The believe housing customer marked the milestone with a visit from her neighbourhood officers.

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News | September 2026

Single mother looks to brighter future after training and job support from believe housing

Support from believe housing helped a single mother of four rebuild her confidence, secure a new job and look forward to a brighter future.

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News | September 2026

We’re making it easier to pay your rent, your way

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believe housing news, News | September 2026

homes fit for the future – jubilee centre consultation

believe housing has launched a consultation on the future of the Jubilee Centre in Seaham. Customers are encouraged to share their views before the Board makes a decision.

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News | September 2026

Over 3,000 people into work or training with support from north east landlords, including believe housing

North East social housing providers, including believe housing, have helped thousands of residents into employment and training in two years, through the Government's UKSPF.

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News | September 2026

believe housing invests £2.7m to transform 70 homes in High Pittington

A £2.7m investment by believe housing has transformed 70 homes in High Pittington through extensive internal and external work, improving homes for years to come and supporting local jobs.

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News | August 2026

Housing consortium to deliver new affordable homes across the north east

A collaborative consortium of housing associations across the North East has been awarded £350m in funding to deliver much needed new affordable housing across the region.

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believe housing news, News | August 2026

free online training could be your first step towards work

Free online training from believe housing can help customers build skills, boost confidence and move closer to work. Support is also available with CVs, job searches, applications and interviews.

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believe housing news, Community, Events | August 2026

Free open day to help 18 to 25-year-olds improve wellbeing and take a step closer to work

believe housing residents aged 18 to 25 are invited to a free Durham open day to find out how a boxing club-based project can help them access education, training and employment.

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believe housing news, Community, News | August 2026

grant supports project helping older people stay safe, well and connected at home

Older people facing loneliness, isolation and other challenges can get vital support thanks to a £8,816 community grant awarded to Durham Alliance for Community Care for a project in the Durham area.

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News and events

Community project in Seaham set for second year as residents invited to help shape what happens next

community groups can apply for believe housing grants to support west durham priorities

believe housing helps peterlee customer celebrate 100th birthday

Single mother looks to brighter future after training and job support from believe housing

We’re making it easier to pay your rent, your way

homes fit for the future – jubilee centre consultation

Over 3,000 people into work or training with support from north east landlords, including believe housing

believe housing invests £2.7m to transform 70 homes in High Pittington

Housing consortium to deliver new affordable homes across the north east

free online training could be your first step towards work

Free open day to help 18 to 25-year-olds improve wellbeing and take a step closer to work

grant supports project helping older people stay safe, well and connected at home