The Almshouse Association is a support charity representing over 1600 independent almshouse charities across the UK.

Almshouses are a charitable form of self sufficient, low cost community housing that is held in trust for local people in housing need. They are managed and run by almshouse charities made up of local volunteers.

Today, 36,000 people are living full and independent lives in almshouses, finding friendships, wellbeing, safety and security inside their walls and within their communities. Through representation, fundraising, and your donations and legacies, The Almshouse Association is working hard with almshouses charities, local authorities and the Government to make it possible for many more to be built.




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Advancing almshouse and charity housing research

Reflections from the Almshouse Association Annual Research Symposium Taking place at Ironmongers’ Hall in London on Tuesday 3 February 2026,...
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Competition winners enjoy afternoon tea!

Erica Duckworth, Resident Services Manager, has shared this lovely update following our recent photo competition. Almshouse residents, Mary and Brenda,...
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Happy 100th Peggy!

Almshouse resident Peggy, celebrated an incredible milestone on Saturday 24 January 2026, marking her 100th birthday with family, friends and...
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