Description
Tenants and residents associations (TARAs) are groups of people who like to support their community. They work on community issues and give a voice from their community on housing and environmental issues. TARAs are non-political and anyone living in the area they cover can join.
They work with local councillors, officers, and other partners to improve the areas they represent, and apply for funding for things like play areas and days out.
TARAs hold regular meetings and produce newsletters to keep their local community informed. They often organise outings or events, which are not directly related to housing but help to build community spirit and bring people together.
We have TARAs in the following areas:
- Athersley
- Carlton
- Great and Little Houghton
- Grimethorpe
- Redbrook
Setting up a new TARA
First, you’ll need to decide which area you want to represent and start to find people who will work with you to get things going.
Here are few things to think about:
- You’ll need to name your group. Most are named after the area they are located in.
- You’ll need to have a committee that will make sure the TARA achieves its aims. The group must also adopt our model constitution to help with the running of things.
- You could have an open public meeting; you could hand out leaflets or put up notices in public places.
Help, support, and advice is available to any TARA from our Community Engagement Team.
We can support you with the general running of the group, developing community projects, sharing information with your members and local community, and getting involved with Berneslai Homes.
If you want to start a TARA in your area please email us at communityengagement@berneslaihomes.co.uk
Don’t forget to tell us your name, address, and phone number.
Opening Times
Athersley - 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am
Carlton - Meet around 4 times a year check their Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/carltonvillagecommunitygroup
Great and Little Houghton - 3rd Wednesday of the month 10am https://www.facebook.com/houghton.tara
Grimethorpe - https://www.facebook.com/groups/760892744359204 you will need to join the group. Face to face meeting are held at St Lukes Church
Redbrook - 1st Monday of the month at 6.30pm
Contact Details
Contact name: Community Engagement Berneslai Homes
Email address: Communityengagement@berneslaihomes.co.uk
Role: Customer Service
Phone number: 01226 787878
Mobile number:
Locations
Address details:
Athersley - 26 Mansfield Rd, Barnsley S71 3BQ
9 John St, Great Houghton, S72 0EA
St Lukes Rd, Grimethorpe, S72 7FN
Mezzanine Room, Chestnut Tree, Claycliffe Rd, Barugh Green, S75 1HS
Published: 09 August 2019