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Coast & Country to Honour Unsung Heroes

Coast & Country, one of the largest regeneration and housing companies in the North East, has launched its own version of the Oscars to recognise residents who have made their neighbourhood a better place to live.

The housing association is holding its first ceremony, aptly named ’‘The CCoscars’’, in July.

Emma Grimes, Communities Manager ,said: “We need you to nominate those people in your communities who make the neighbourhood a better place to live.

“This is a fantastic opportunity to reward the people who have made a real difference. Those who have helped improve the lives of others, whose endeavours have enhanced the community or have made notable strides in their own lives.”

Coast & Country are working with pupils from Freebrough Academy, Brotton, to hold a glitzy ceremony on July 11.

Nominations are being accepted for the following;

Life Time Achievement

This resident will have been involved with Coast & Country from the start and has worked with us formally or informally to make the organisation what it is today.

Young Tenant of the Year

A tenant under 30 who is an inspiration to other tenants, having overcome barriers to move forward with their life.

Shining Star

We want to celebrate the young people aged 13-18 who live in a Coast & Country home and who go out of their way to help others, either in the community or in their family home.

Best Ambassador

This person has Coast & Country at the heart of everything they do, promoting the company to other organisations.

Community Champion

There are many people who work tirelessly in the community without receiving any recognition, this award celebrates their achievements.

Champion of Change

This person is innovative and embraces change for the benefit of others.

Going the Extra Mile

This accolade is for the person who has provided ‘the icing on the cake’.

Best Community Group

To recognise the combined effort that goes into running a successful community group.

Active Learner of the Year

This person has used the tenants’ training programme as a platform to build confidence and skills, moving on to gaining a recognised qualification.

Best Impact in the Community

A person who has been the driving force behind positive changes in their community.

The closing date is May 28. Entry forms can be downloaded from: http://community.cch-online.org.uk/default.asp?Section=&Article=9623

Or by contacting Emma Grimes, Communities Manager on 01642 836046 or emailing emma_grimes@cchousing.org.uk

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Helen Logan .