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Fiona - Electric Tricycle User, Age 51. 'I purchased an electric tricycle as I have Multiple Sclerosis and can no longer ride a bicycle due to poor balance and mobility issues. I have found that being out on my tricycle that my fitness has improved and it has had an impact on weight loss. With the pedal assist I am still able to pedal and use my legs which is important to keep my muscles active, reduce numbness and I am also able to cycle further including hills and this also helps with fatigue as I tire easily. I have enjoyed being able to access local rural areas which has had a positive impact on my mental health and wellbeing, especially during this difficult time due to Covid-19 and being isolated as a clinically vulnerable person. This has meant that I have been able to get out of the house and feel safe whilst exercising. There are a lot of support groups on social media where I have met other like minded cyclists who have offered invaluable support and advice and I have met up with another lady tricycle rider as a riding companion.'

Mrs Surfleet a registered customer of the car scheme thanked HWRA for an excellent service and also to personally thank the driver, Terry for his help and assitance in providing transport to her medical appointment.

Wheels to Work North Lincolnshire Scheme - John from Grimsby ‘I joined the scheme in 2021 after hearing about it from a family member. I was in need of transport to get to and from work as I had my motorbike stolen and was not able to replace it. As a short-term arrangement I was relying on a family member to take and pick me up from work. For me the key benefit of the wheels to work scheme was that it provided me with a scooter that enabled me to get to and from work, it also gave me back independence and freedom. I would definitely recommend the scheme and I have done so to friends who are need of transport to get to work. Don’t’ underestimate the scooters as they are extremely reliable . My experience of the scheme was great, and I was glad that I was successful in receiving a scooter via the scheme’.

Vital support available to provide affordable Community Housing to provide for the needs of local residents.

17th September 2020

Humber & Wolds Rural Action (HWRA),, a charity that supports rural communities in East Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire, is working with East Riding of Yorkshire Council to tackle the problems of providing local housing for local people at an affordable price.

If your community is worried about whether local residents can continue to afford to live in your area, then we can help you explore options to meet your community’s housing needs. This is people-powered housing in action where local homes are firmly in the hands of community ownership.

Is your village lacking homes for younger residents, both single and families or for long term residents that are looking to downsize? Then, Community-Led Housing could offer a solution.

HWRA & the North Yorkshire & East Riding Community-Led Housing Hub are working to raise awareness of, and enthusiasm for, Community-Led Housing among East Riding of Yorkshire community groups, parish councils, landowners or anyone with a local interest. Over the last 3 years we have helped 9 communities to identify opportunities worth investing in and encourage groups to consider building and owning their own homes using the available funding.

A number of groups have acquired funding from the Community Housing Fund, run by East Riding of Yorkshire Council. The funding is available in three stages. Communities who are not sure if there is a need for this type of housing locally, can apply for Stage 1 funding of up to £4000, to run engagement and consultation exercises to explore options for developing small numbers of affordable housing that exactly matches the needs of their community.

Humber & Wolds Rural Action will also work with local councils, housing providers, the North Yorkshire and East Riding Community-Led Housing Hub and other stakeholders to provide ongoing community led housing support and advice. The Hub will lead as the main focal point for any enquiries regarding Community-Led Housing and provide support tp any group in their area, to help them develop Community-Led Housing in their community.

Humber & Wolds Rural Action is also happy to help support Community-Led Housing interest in North and North East Lincolnshire.

Please contact Peter Hirschfeld on 07539 477046 or email peter.hirschfeld@hwrcc.org.uk for more information or a chat.about Community-Led Housing or contact the Hub at clh@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk

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