When Vicky, 47, was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2023, her life changed overnight. The months that followed were incredibly challenging. Vicky underwent two surgeries, followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy, facing the physical and emotional impact of cancer treatment. Yet despite everything she was going through, she remained determined to regain her strength and…
YMCA Thames Gateway acknowledges the regulatory judgement published today by the Regulator of Social Housing. The organisation accepts the regulator’s findings and recognises that significant improvements are required in relation to governance, financial resilience, asset management, health and safety assurance, and property investment planning. The Board and Executive Team have been working closely with the…
Becky came to YMCA shortly after the start of the pandemic in early 2020, following a particularly difficult period in her life. She had been working and living in a local pub, but difficult living conditions meant it was no longer suitable. Prior to this, she had been evicted from her previous flat due to…
YMCA Thames Gateway Group has launched a public appeal to raise £408k by September to unlock the start of a major £25.6 million redevelopment of its Romford site – transforming accommodation and support for young people facing homelessness. The charity, which already supports more than 150 young people every day in its Romford hostel, says…
Evie (pseudonym), a young person in care, moved into YMCA supported accommodation following a period of significant instability, including a relationship breakdown at home and a lack of secure housing. Before arriving, Evie had experienced a turbulent upbringing and periods of unsafe living arrangements, which had a lasting impact on her emotional wellbeing and sense…
Kamal (pseudonym), a young adult, moved into YMCA accommodation after experiencing homelessness following a period of housing instability. He had previously spent time in temporary accommodation after arriving in the UK, but when this came to an end, he experienced a period of street homelessness before being referred to YMCA TGG. When Kamal arrived, his…
Lucy (name changed) came to YMCA Thames Gateway Group in May 2023 after a period of homelessness caused by a breakdown in family relationships. This was not her first stay with us, but it marked the beginning of a significant turning point in her life. When Lucy arrived, she was facing a combination of mental…
GYM & CLASS SCHEDULE ► Gym open as usual ► 8.30am – 9.15am Yoga with Elaine ► 8.30am – 9.30am Body Pump with Roy TOMMY’S PLACE (RESTAURANT) Members & general public: Open from 9.30am – 4.30pm Resident mealtimes: ► Breakfast will be served from 9.30am – 10.30am ► Dinner will be served from 3.30pm –…
GYM & CLASS SCHEDULE Gym open as usual 8.30am – 9.15am Yoga with Elaine 9.30am – 10.15am Circuit with Roy 10.30am – 11.30am Body Pump with Roy TOMMY’S PLACE (RESTAURANT) Members & general public: Open from 9.30am – 4.30pm Resident mealtimes: Breakfast will be served from 9.30am – 10.30am Dinner will be served from 3.30pm…
YMCA THAMES GATEWAY GROUP STATEMENT ON INCLUSION IN THE REGULATOR OF SOCIAL HOUSING’S GRADINGS UNDER REVIEW LIST YMCA Thames Gateway Group confirms it has been included on the Regulator of Social Housing’s (RSH) Gradings Under Review list. As a small registered provider managing fewer than 1,000 homes, YMCA Thames Gateway Group is not subject to…
