Everyone deserves a safe, comfortable home where they can live independently and feel part of their community. But for adults with learning disabilities, autistic people and people with complex needs, winter can bring additional challenges.
That is why we are launching our Safe, Warm and Well This Winter campaign to listen to our tenants’ experiences, raise awareness of the pressures they face and provide practical solutions that individuals and organisations can take to help people live well in their homes – not just through winter, but throughout the year.
Our tenants’ energy needs are often higher than average, affecting them disproportionately at a time when rising living costs are stretching household budgets. People with learning disabilities and autism may need to keep their homes warmer due to health conditions, do more frequent washing, or require additional support to understand energy information and use heating controls confidently.
Shorter days and colder weather can also affect wellbeing, confidence and social connection – meaning people spend more time at home. Through this campaign, we are raising awareness of these challenges while listening directly to tenants and understanding what support would make the greatest difference to their lives.
At Zetetick, we know the right home is the foundation for building a fulfilling life, but we want to go further. To enable our tenant community to live well at home and in their communities, we work in partnership with housing providers, charities, community organisations and businesses. By combining our expertise, we can help people live more independent, confident and fulfilling lives.
When people think about supporting a charity, fundraising is often the first thing that comes to mind. While funding is important, businesses can contribute far more than financial support.
Many organisations possess specialist skills, knowledge, technology, resources and networks that can help tackle challenges faced by vulnerable people. Whether that is improving home safety, helping residents manage energy use, supporting wellbeing or providing access to specialist expertise, businesses can be powerful partners in creating meaningful social impact.
Our upcoming winter party will bring our tenant community together to celebrate and connect; and receive practical advice and support from event partners on staying Safe, Warm and Well at home this winter.
While each organisation brings something different to the table, they all contribute towards the same goal of enabling people to live extraordinary lives in ordinary places.
The benefits of partnership working extends beyond winter, allowing us to move from reacting to problems towards preventing them. By sharing expertise and resources we can identify risks earlier, deliver support more effectively and create opportunities that improve quality of life over the long term.
For tenants, that can mean greater independence, improved wellbeing, increased confidence and a stronger sense of belonging. For businesses, it offers a meaningful way to create social value while supporting some of the most overlooked and vulnerable members of our communities.
Your generosity will help us provide practical support that responds directly to what tenants tell us they need. From helping people stay warm to supporting wellbeing and connection – every contribution will have a real impact on someone’s day-to-day life.
If you would like to give support that goes beyond winter, we would love to hear from you. We are looking to build lasting partnerships with organisations that share our ambition to create safer, warmer and more inclusive communities.
To discuss fundraising, sponsorship, volunteering opportunities or strategic partnership opportunities, contact:
Helen Clegg ([email protected])
Fundraising and Communications Manager
Everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, confidently and with dignity.
Donate if you can. Partner if you can. Together, we can help people stay Safe, Warm and Well this winter and beyond.
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