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UILDINGS that are well maintained and kept in good condition will generally be able to cope with most winter weather. Our 24/7 repairs service means we


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are available to complete emergency repairs right through the festive period when many places are closed. Our call centre staff are also available 24 hours a day every day, including weekends and bank holidays. While our repairs team is on hand to deal with repairs all year round, bad weather can impact what we can do and how quickly we can complete repairs. We prepare for winter by bringing in additional staff and making sure we have appropriate machinery available. However, we can’t carry out any roof


work during high winds, or when roofs are slippy due to rain or ice. In these cases, we’ll let you know and arrange another appointment. Long spells of cold weather can also


restrict the work we can carry out. For example, we can only roughcast when temperatures are over five degrees, as well as needing dry weather. In these cases, we’ll put repairs on hold until the weather improves, although we will always carry out any emergency repairs to keep you safe. During the holiday period, our


contractors also remove scaffolding to prevent any risk due to high winds and to stop any opportunity for anti-social behaviour. If you have any repairs needed, it’s best to get them done before the cold weather hits. Just call us or go online to report a repair.


Winter tips


If you’re not going to be at home for a period of time, set your heating to come on for a couple of hours a day and leave a key with a friend or neighbour


Have regular hot drinks and at least one hot meal a day


Wear several light layers of warm clothes to keep the heat in


Keep active and wrap up warm if you go outside draw your curtains at dusk and keep doors closed to block out draughts


Keep your living room at around 18-21°C (64-70°F) to keep warm and cosy


Know where your water shut-off valve (stopcock) is so you can turn off the water in an emergency


Get a career in care


It’s a great deal We’re offering boiler and central heating cover*


A NEW training course can help customers increase their skills, land a job – and make a difference to other people’s lives.


A three-week course called to all


YourPlace customers, from as little as £13.33 per month.


Routes into Care can prepare people for working in the care sector by helping them improve their knowledge and get on-the-job experience.


The course also involves a


two-week placement to give people practical experience to see if working in care is for them.


And everyone who completes the course is guaranteed a job interview with Loretto Care, also part of Wheatley Group.


Funmi Komolafe, took the course last year – and now works full-time as a Health and Wellbeing Assistant with Loretto Care.


*Cover provided by Saltire ‘2015 Domestic heating contractor of the year’


Funmi, 45, from Knightswood in Glasgow, said: “I really enjoyed


the course. It’s a good introduction and helps you learn new skills.


“The placement helps you see what the job involves.


“The course really


increased my confidence and has helped me start my new career.


“Working in care is a great


way of making a difference and putting a smile on people’s faces.”


You don’t need any


previous experience – just lots of enthusiasm and an interest in working in care.


If you’re interested, or someone you know is, phone 274 8045 or email zofiap@lorettoha.co.uk


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