We've won a national social value award for one of our supported housing projects
We have won a prestigious national social value award in recognition of our work supporting young people at the Malvern Hills Foyer.
We were crowned winner in the People category at the Better Together Awards, hosted by Travis Perkins Managed Services, which celebrate organisations that go above and beyond to improve lives and build a sustainable future.
Our Supported Housing team at the Foyer impressed judges with our work empowering young people to develop independence, confidence and life skills through tailored support, personal development opportunities and strong community connections.
The People category recognises initiatives that make a meaningful difference to individuals while helping create healthier, more resilient and connected communities.
As the winner of the category, we will receive £5000 which will be reinvested into the project to further support the young people living at the Foyer.
Nikki Knight, our Head of Specialist Housing said: “We’re incredibly proud of the work our teams do every day to support young people and help them build the skills and resilience they need to thrive. Winning this award is fantastic recognition of the passion, commitment and care shown by the team at Malvern Hills Foyer.
“Our colleagues work tirelessly to create opportunities for young people to move forward with confidence, and this award highlights the real difference that supported housing services can make to people's lives.”
The Better Together awards recognise organisations that deliver outstanding social value and demonstrate the power of collaboration in creating vibrant and thriving communities.
Ben Clifford, Senior Account Manager (South) at Travis Perkins Managed Services said: “The Better Together Awards shine a light on the incredible work happening across our communities and Platform’s success in the People category is a brilliant example of that.
“The team at Malvern Hills Foyer has demonstrated a genuine commitment to improving lives and supporting young people to thrive. Their work shows how partnership, dedication and care can create lasting positive change.”
The Malvern Hills Foyer forms part of our Young People’s Services, which provide accommodation, tailored support and life skills training for young people facing homelessness or other challenges.
Over its long history, the service has supported hundreds of young people to stabilise their lives, continue education or training and move successfully into independent living.
Photo caption : l to r, Ben Todd, Managing Director, Travis Perkins Managed Services; Ben Clifford, Senior Account Manager (South), Travis Perkins Managed Services; Atul Dattani, Director of Social Housing and Merchant Relationships, CEF; the Reverend Richard Coles, Jodie Downton, Supported Living Operations Manager, Platform Housing Group and Heidi Bumphrey, Supported Living Service Manager, Platform Housing Group