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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MPs meet with Association CEO

At Portcullis House, The Almshouse Association lobbies the support of MPs. Tuesday, 10th December was an exceptionally busy and fruitful...
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Wyggestons Christmas Fayre

Festive fun for everyone who attended the Wyggestons and Trinity Almshouse Charity Christmas Fayre in November 2024. We were delighted...
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Southwark Charities planning more almshouses

Southwark News: Southwark charity to double almshouse capacity offering modern homes to over 150 pensioners by 2030by Herbie Russell,  3rd October...
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