Grwp Cynefin which is responsible for 4,000 properties across North Wales is appointing four new officers, who all live in Meirionnydd, within the housing department.

All four have taken up their posts over the past few months, and are getting to know the tenants within their areas.

Meleri Williams, 26, is from Bala; Awel Morris, 38, was born in Powys but now lives in the area, whilst Catrin Lois Roberts, 32, is originally from Trawsfynydd. The housing society’s fourth new officer is Rhys Edwards, 31 from Bala.

Awel, Catrin and Rhys have been appointed as housing officers, whilst Meleri is a welfare officer.

Catrin, who lives with her young family in Frongoch, said it was important for her to be able to work locally through the medium of Welsh.

“As a mother of three young children, the opportunity to work part-time was also very important so that I had a good balance between family and professional life,” she said.

“I really enjoy the work, I’m getting to know the tenants and the area, and I am able to be on hand to offer advice to people in difficulty - making the job worthwhile.”

Catrin had a background in local government, while Meleri Williams graduated in psychology from Bangor University before taking up her post as an assistant psychologist for children and young people in the Wrexham area.

“It was time for a change and I wanted to work closer to home through the medium of Welsh. No day is ever the same here,” said Meleri.

“I spend half my time in the office and half my time out visiting tenants in their homes. Some struggle with their benefits, some are unwell and others have disabilities which make life difficult.

“I can offer tenants practical support with paperwork, involve other agencies to improve their quality of life at home and challenge any inconsistencies in support from the Department for Work and Pensions.”

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