Diversity and Inclusion
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Anchor Hanover’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans group
Our Lesbian Gay Bisexual & Trans (LGBT) Group aims to tackle concerns that moving into sheltered housing or a care home as an older LGBT+ person may be a lonely or isolating experience.
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Anchor Hanover celebrates LGBT History month
February was LGBT+ History Month. The theme for this year’s activity was Poetry, Prose and Plays so to recognise this we held a writing competition for our colleagues and residents.
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Language support service
Anchor Hanover utilizes the skills of our diverse workforce to provide a language support service to help improve communication with our customers who don’t speak English as a first language.
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Ruth Petzold talks National Inclusion Week
Ruth Petzold, Anchor Hanover's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, talks about National Inclusion Week 2019 and what is means for our organisation.
Promoting cultural understanding and diversity
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Anchor Hanover celebrates Black History Month
This October we are marking Black History Month by celebrating accomplishments of colleagues and residents and honouring the contributions of Black Britons across history.
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How diversity broadens our horizons - Richard's message this Black History Month
Location Manager Richard Kutu Acheampong talks about how Black History Month is a great opportunity for us all to take time to consider the importance of diversity.
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Rose Court care home organises party for Black History Month
A care home in Rotherhithe will be organising a party to mark the contribution the black community has made to British society.
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Waterside care home hosts party for Black History Month
Read about how Anchor’s Waterside care home orgnaised a party to mark the contribution the black community has made to British society.
Highlighting the importance of inclusion in the workplace
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Supporting colleagues with disabilities - Robert's story
My name is Robert Fry and I am Scheme Manager at St Clements Court in Kettering. I have severe hearing loss in both ears and this National Inclusion Week I would like to share my experiences with you.
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Anchor Hanover awarded ‘Bronze Status’ by Inclusive Employers
Anchor Hanover has been awarded ‘Bronze Status’ in the Inclusive Employers Standard, recognition of our firm commitment to inclusion in the workplace.
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Providing excellent training for all - Meet Ben and Luke
During 2019 Anchor Hanover welcomed four young people with autistic spectrum conditions and other learning disabilities on internships. Ben Parkes and Luke Dent have now been offered permanent roles.
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My personal gender and LGBTQ+ story
I have a lot of close friends and people I consider family who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, so days like International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia are close to my heart.