The Move for Mental Health campaign, organised by Movember, saw 40 Bromford employees collectively walk just shy of 1000 miles this month.
With the original target a collective 60 miles in the month of November, for the 60 men who lose their lives to suicide globally ever hour, Bromford staff surpassed this within days, completing over 16 times the planned distance. The funds raised by Bromford, who provides a number of Shared Ownership homes across the West Midlands, will fund game-changing men’s health projects, helping Movember to tackle issues that affect men, including mental health, suicide, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
Shared Ownership gives first-time buyers and those who do not currently own a property the opportunity to secure a new build home with Bromford. Homebuyers pay a mortgage on the share they own, and pay rent on the remaining share, meaning only a smaller deposit is required. The 40-strong team included Head of Construction Simon Kershaw, New Homes Transformation Lead Penny Edmonds and Business and executive support, Simone Challis, who said: “Not only has all the fresh air been great for our own mental wellbeing, but it is also raising awareness about Men’s Health every day with our family, friends and colleagues.
“The morale has been high on the group chat, and it has been great to be part of such a dedicated team. Here at Bromford, we have instilled a culture of open dialogue and community spirit, with combined effort that helps to tackle men’s issues being testament to the teamwork and togetherness here.”
Movember has launched a number of successful fundraising schemes to support men and fight against issues affected by men. Bromford is part of the National Shared Ownership campaign supported by the National Housing Federation.
The campaign to raise awareness of Shared Ownership, supported by almost 50 organisations.
