We're pleased to announce that after a tender process involving residents, we've chosen The CGM Group to complete grounds maintenance in our communities for the next ten to fifteen years. 

The CGM Group was founded in 1985 and provides a complete service to both domestic and commercial customers. They are an award-winning Horticultural, Arboricultural and Landscaping organisation.

The CGM Group says: "We have immense pride in our work, commitment to better client care and relationships throughout every job we carry out, caring more about the communities and environment we live and work in. Every member of every team sees a project not as a job to get done, but a way of making positive change for those who live in those communities. It is job satisfaction and more."

The tender process started in February this year, and involved residents and staff looking at in-depth application forms over two days. The group looked at all sorts of information about the contractors that applied, focussing on the resident engagement and communication aspects of the applications and also social value (‘added extras’ the potential contractors could provide outside of their contract to support or benefit our residents).

A new schedule of work will be added to our grounds maintenance website page in the coming weeks. 

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.