The Guinness Partnership, one of England’s largest housing associations, recently teamed up with their contractor Morgan Sindall Property Services, to improve the grounds at the Maples refuge centre in Hampshire.
Morgan Sindall Property Services was keen to help transform the grounds and they carried out several works including, re-paving and re-turfing the garden and installing new lighting. They also made a very generous donation of £3,000 for outdoor seating and garden toys, and the delivery of a beautiful Wendy House kindly donated by supply chain partner, The Total Protection Group team.
Lucy Gamlin, Senior Project Delivery Manager – South Coast from The Guinness Partnership said: “Everyone involved in the hugely successful project found it incredibly rewarding, making a real difference. The outdoor space has been totally transformed and is a perfect area for families to enjoy – seeing the children’s excited faces when they saw the toys and the activities was truly heartwarming. Both the staff and the residents at the refuge were extremely grateful to Morgan Sindall Property Services for making this happen and are delighted with the outcome.”
Helen Sheen, Head of Social Value, Morgan Sindall Property Services said: “This is what social value is all about – practical support that makes a lasting difference to people’s lives. We’re so proud of our teams and partners for playing a part in creating a safe, welcoming space that families can truly enjoy and start to rebuild their lives.”
Guinness and Morgan Sindall Property Services would also like to thank to all the volunteers who helped to put the finishing touches to the garden – Trident Maintenance Services for landscaping, 3D Services LTD for the electrical works, and Reconomy Connect for providing the skip.
In addition to improving the garden at the Refuge centre, Morgan Sindall Property Services has also provided residents with access to their online training courses and employability programme to help them learn new skills and improve their career prospects.
