Knowsley gets the ‘Advantage’

Knowsley tenants all have the ‘Advantage’ thanks to an exciting new scheme launched recently by Knowsley Housing Trust (KHT).

‘Advantage’ is a fantastic new package of support and benefits for KHT tenants. It is KHT’s way of saying thank you to those tenants who pay their rent and keep to their tenancy agreement. It also gives members the chance to save money with discounts at shops which include Asda, Comet, Iceland and other local businesses. The scheme also allows access to childcare and benefits advice, helps tenants learn new skills, win fantastic prizes and apply for grants for community projects.

KHT Advantage was officially launched at all of its offices and proved to be a project which has got the people of Knowsley talking.

“I think the Advantage is a great idea,” said KHT tenant Barbara White.

“I can use my discount card at my local supermarket to help cut my shopping bill and the projects in my neighbourhood funded by Advantage are really bringing the community together.”

Head of the Advantage project is KHT’s Louise Harris, who is excited at the opportunities available to KHT residents:

“Advantage will not only improve the social and environmental wellbeing of our neighbourhoods, but also give our tenants a real opportunity to get training and learn new skills. It has been developed with tenants, for tenants and we can see it making a huge difference to many people in Knowsley.”

Companies are queuing up to work with KHT to help deliver the scheme. Knowsley Works and Knowsley Community College are official partners and are providing FREE help to any KHT tenants who want to get back into employment with interview skills training, CV writing and career advice.

The Prince’s Trust is another Advantage Partner and is delivering a ‘Get Started with Football and Music’ campaign. This exciting course will give young adults the chance to spend time with professionals in music and football such as Everton and Liverpool FC.

The Advantage aims to make big changes to the communities and people of Knowsley. You can find out more about how you can get the Advantage by calling 0151 290 7000 or go to http://advantage.k-h-t.org