Amman Valley homes boost
Elderly tenants in the Amman Valley have had their homes turned into mini palaces.
Major refurbishment work has been carried out at the Pantyboblen sheltered housing complex in Tycroes.
Brand new kitchens have been installed in all the flats, along with new double glazed windows and doors.
Painting work has also been carried out to the delight of tenants.
The work is part of a £200 million scheme to improve Carmarthenshire’s council homes.
The County Council is behind the Homes Standard programme, aimed at improving its housing stock and regenerating housing estates.
Tenant Myra Davies, aged 67, said she was thrilled with the works.
She said: “I have just had a new kitchen installed and the room painted and it has made such a difference.
“I am very happy with the work and the workmen were considerate the whole time they were here.
“It is a lovely flat and the new kitchen has made it even nicer.”
Under the 10 year work programme, new kitchens and bathrooms are being installed for thousands of tenants, along with windows, doors and garden improvements.
Painting and rendering works are being carried out along with cavity and wall insulation programmes.
The scheme is well underway with some parts, including the energy efficiency measures, years ahead of schedule.
It has been praised by tenants, who say they are happy with refurbishment works at their homes.
The council’s Head of Housing Services Robin Staines said: “The Carmarthenshire Homes Standard programme is designed to make sure that houses are suitable for the people that live in them.
“It is a huge investment and bringing major benefits to thousands of people.
“It is very rewarding to receive such positive feedback from tenants.”
Housing officers say the programme is helping to reduce heating costs for tenants, improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions in council homes.
There are also benefits for tenant’s health because cold conditions can lead to respiratory conditions and are also linked to depression and anxiety.
It has created job opportunities during difficult economic times, and created training placements for over 150 apprentices.
Housing Executive Board Member cllr Hugh Evans said: “We are committed to making sure that all our homes are suitable for the people that live in them.
“We will be continuing to roll out the programme in the county to ensure maximum benefits for all.”
Better homes: Myra Davies welcomes Cyril Williams of Tycroes Group Ltd, Sheltered Scheme Officer Gail Thomas, Tenants Liaison Officer Kai Rogers and Team Leader Steve Jones into her new kitchen. Picture: Jeff Connell.
Major refurbishment work has been carried out at the Pantyboblen sheltered housing complex in Tycroes.
Brand new kitchens have been installed in all the flats, along with new double glazed windows and doors.
Painting work has also been carried out to the delight of tenants.
The work is part of a £200 million scheme to improve Carmarthenshire’s council homes.
The County Council is behind the Homes Standard programme, aimed at improving its housing stock and regenerating housing estates.
Tenant Myra Davies, aged 67, said she was thrilled with the works.
She said: “I have just had a new kitchen installed and the room painted and it has made such a difference.
“I am very happy with the work and the workmen were considerate the whole time they were here.
“It is a lovely flat and the new kitchen has made it even nicer.”
Under the 10 year work programme, new kitchens and bathrooms are being installed for thousands of tenants, along with windows, doors and garden improvements.
Painting and rendering works are being carried out along with cavity and wall insulation programmes.
The scheme is well underway with some parts, including the energy efficiency measures, years ahead of schedule.
It has been praised by tenants, who say they are happy with refurbishment works at their homes.
The council’s Head of Housing Services Robin Staines said: “The Carmarthenshire Homes Standard programme is designed to make sure that houses are suitable for the people that live in them.
“It is a huge investment and bringing major benefits to thousands of people.
“It is very rewarding to receive such positive feedback from tenants.”
Housing officers say the programme is helping to reduce heating costs for tenants, improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions in council homes.
There are also benefits for tenant’s health because cold conditions can lead to respiratory conditions and are also linked to depression and anxiety.
It has created job opportunities during difficult economic times, and created training placements for over 150 apprentices.
Housing Executive Board Member cllr Hugh Evans said: “We are committed to making sure that all our homes are suitable for the people that live in them.
“We will be continuing to roll out the programme in the county to ensure maximum benefits for all.”
Better homes: Myra Davies welcomes Cyril Williams of Tycroes Group Ltd, Sheltered Scheme Officer Gail Thomas, Tenants Liaison Officer Kai Rogers and Team Leader Steve Jones into her new kitchen. Picture: Jeff Connell.
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