Residents across Wales have been joining in our 60th anniversary celebrations with community parties in their schemes. 

We’ve had dozens of applications from groups keen to take up our offer of grants to help bring people together to celebrate. 

In Newlands Court, Cardiff, neighbours, Sue and Edith, organised a fun party for all. And for those who were unable to attend, they had plates of party food delivered to their homes. “A wonderful time was had by all. Thank you for making it possible,” says Sue.  

The residents of St Clements Court, Cardiff, raised a toast at their party in April. They all enjoyed home-cooked food made by Janet, with help from her daughter and neighbour Dawn. Another resident, Christine, applied for the party grant for the scheme. She said: “It was a well-attended, enjoyable afternoon. Thanks to everyone involved.” 

At Fferm Y Bryn in Ystrad Mynach, residents got together and enjoyed a party spread of sandwiches, savouries, fresh fruit and mini Victoria sponges. 

In Flint, the residents of Centenary Square got together on one of the hottest days of the year, for their party. 

How to apply for your party grant 

It’s not too late to get involved…. 

As part of the celebrations, we are offering our residents the opportunity to organise their own 60th birthday party.  

Grants of up to £250 are available per resident group to help fund refreshments (non-alcoholic), decorations, activities and entertainment to bring people together for your event. 

If you’d like to arrange a celebration in your area, first you need to get in touch with your local Community Development Officer. They are: 

Cardiff: Claire Ashby Claire.Ashby@wwha.co.uk  07866 156923 and Herman Valentin Herman.Valentin@wwha.co.uk  07827 279711 

North Wales: Judith Sellwood Judith.Sellwood@wwha.co.uk  07866 156923     

Bridgend: Laura Allcott Laura.Allcott@wwha.co.uk  07929201313   

West Wales: Rhiannon Ling Rhiannon.Ling@wwha.co.uk  07791805311

Merthyr Tydfil and Powys: Claire Hammond Claire.Hammond@wwha.co.uk  07766 832692 

They can tell you what you need to do to apply. 

Have fun!