Meet Sophie - Resident & Community Involvement Lead

I’m Sophie Bird, the new Resident & Community Involvement Lead at ISHA.

About me...

Previously I have worked within the NHS and charity sector with people with care and support needs, survivors of domestic abuse and modern-day slavery. During this time, I co-produced service design programs, peer support networks, and communications for people to speak out, raise awareness and create positive change.

I also worked with residents to ensure that properties were psychologically Informed as therapeutic spaces for recovery and wellbeing. During this time, I learnt from residents the impact our home environment and community has on our health and quality of life.

Get involved with ISHA

At ISHA, we aim to develop homes and communities which are safe, secure, and flourishing.

Residents’ insights, experiences, views, and opinions are vital in improving the quality of ISHA properties and services. If you agree, we need you to be involved!

There is no defined commitment; we value your time and participation in whatever way suits you.

Being involved in developing ISHA brings many benefits, meeting others in your community and improving standards of living, learning new skills, knowledge, and gaining personal development.

We will support you with the tools, information, and training to participate.

Most importantly, we are here to listen and act on what residents tell us to shape ISHA for the better.

We will hold several residents’ events over the coming year and I hope to see you there.

More information

For a chat to discuss involvement opportunities at ISHA, call Sophie on 07974 040 715 or email involvement@isha.co.uk.

The My Home section of the website provides more information about how to get involved and the work of the Resident Scrutiny Panel.