Cordale Housing Association has earned a reputation as an organisation that continues to use innovative approaches to tenant involvement. The association has used live theatre, entertainment and comedy as well as more traditional methods of engaging with tenants over the years. Evidence gathered during the Accreditation process shows that the Association continues to strive to place local people at the heart of everything they do.
Lesley Baird, Chief Executive of TPAS Scotland is delighted that the Renton based landlord has successfully achieved the award. Lesley said, "We continue to be impressed by Cordale’s ability to find new ways of engaging with the community. Over the past decade Cordale have worked closely with local people to identify problems and come up with solutions to improve the quality of life for people living in Renton."
Meeting people’s needs, wants and aspirations
Stephen Gibson, Director of Cordale Housing Association was "absolutely delighted to receive the TPAS Accreditation Award". Stephen believes the award is down to the desire and values of a visionary Management Committee and commitment to excellence from exceptional staff team who strive to provide services that people really want.
Mr Gibson said "the timing of this award is perfect. To become the first landlord in Scotland with under 1,000 units and only the 5th association overall to receive the TPAS Award is a tremendous accomplishment, this is something we are very proud of. The recognition from TPAS reflects our organisational approach to ‘Just Say Yes’ and our drive to provide a balance of practical and innovative solutions that truly match the needs, wants and aspirations of the whole community, irrespective of tenure".
Cordale will receive their award at the TPAS Annual conference in October. TPAS will soon be releasing a good practice briefing note on Cordale Housing Association’s approach to tenant participation. TPAS Accreditation is valid for 3 years.