Cathy McCarthy has been appointed as Housing Director to replace Deborah White, who retires at the end of the month.

She was recruited following an open and rigorous recruitment process that involved staff, board members and residents.

Cathy is currently Interim National Head of Housing at Centrepoint and has held previous Director roles at Southern Housing group and Origin Housing.

Cathy says 'I am so pleased to be joining West Kent, especially at such an exciting time of change. I am really looking forward to working with residents and colleagues on delivering our objectives and providing a great service.' 

Cathy starts on 11 November.

New Housing Director Cathy McCarthy

 

3 October 2019

35 years of West Kent: Joanna’s route to shared ownership

As part of 35 years of West Kent, we’re proud to celebrate some of the stories from our residents. Joanna, one of our residents moved into her home back in 2024. year ago.

 

35 years of West Kent: Rodrick’s & Doreen’s stories

As part of our 35 years of West Kent campaign, we are celebrating different stories from our residents. Rodrick and Doreen are residents at White Oak Court. White Oak Court in Swanley has been a vital part of the community for over 30 years. Since 2018, it has provided housing with extra care services, currently supporting over 56 residents.