AN EAST END housing association has stepped up to support the city's most vulnerable during the coronavirus pandemic.

Emergency funding has been allocated by London Road-based Thenue Housing which will be used in a number of ways to support their tenants.

The group says they have made contact with all tenants who are either single or aged 70 and over to assess how they can be helped.

Thenue Communities, the charitable subsidiary of the housing association, is carrying out a food delivery and prescription collection service.

While income maximisation officers who work for Thenue are contacting people to help them claim benefits and some empty properties have been offered to Glasgow City Council for the homeless.

Most of the work has been done out of community hubs including one based in the Calton Heritage and Learning Centre.

One resident, who did not want to be named, said: “I needed help when I lost my job because of the virus and had no money for rent or food.

"It was great to speak to staff and get advice.

"I would have been lost without them.”

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Thenue Chief Executive Charles Turner said: “It is vitally important to thank our inspirational staff who, with passion, have adjusted so quickly and connected to our tenants during this coronavirus emergency. I also want to say to all our communities that Thenue is here for you in these challenging and difficult times.

“We will continue to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances we find ourselves in and our priority will remain the wellbeing of our tenants and the communities we serve. Be assured we are here for you.”

Gary Naylor, Head of Community Housing Services, added: “I’m already hugely proud of the team and the efforts they go to for our residents. Their commitment is second to none."

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