Memberships

Anchor is a member of a range of bodies and groups around England.

We are continually involved in new initiatives that raise standards and shape best practice in our ever-changing and growing sector.

Memberships

We are members of the following bodies and groups:

National Housing Federation (NHF)

NHF are an umbrella body that represents independent non-profit housing associations in the United Kingdom.

National Care Forum (NCF)

NCF is a membership organisation for not-for-profit organisations in the care and support sector.

ARCO

ARCO is the main body representing the UK Integrated Retirement Community sector and aims to promote confidence in the sector and ensure all members are providing a high quality service to their residents. As an Approved Operator, we seek to adhere to the principles laid out in the ARCO Consumer Code at all the eligible communities that we have registered with ARCO.

Housing and Ageing Alliance

The Housing and Ageing Alliance is made up of a broad spectrum of people from local and national organisations working together with a single objective; to bring about improvements to the housing and living conditions of older people.

Heat Trust

Heat Trust is all about protecting heat network customers. They are an independent, non-profit consumer champion for heat networks that holds suppliers to account for the benefit of everyone involved.

Heat Trust strive to make sure customers enjoy the benefits of heating systems fit for the future by setting the standards they should expect, making sure they are treated fairly and working with suppliers to deliver high-quality customer service.

Anchor are a registered participant of the Heat Trust scheme. We have 7 participating Anchor locations:

Greener Futures Partnership

Anchor is a founding member of the Greener Futures Partnership, set up in 2021 by Abri, Home Group, Hyde, Sanctuary and Anchor; five of the UK’s largest housing associations. We work together combining our purchasing power, procurement methods and knowledge to enable the delivery of works which will improve the energy efficiency and affordability of our homes and enhance living conditions.