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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Improvement works at The Almshouses of the Holy Name

A Case Study The Almshouses of the Holy Name is a small charity based in Hurstpierpoint, comprising a terrace of...
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Association £100,000 loan helps complete £1.946m restoration

Case Study: Fitzgerald Charity restoration of 14 almshouses in Seaford When almshouse charities face major repair costs or seek to...
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Strong foundation, strong future

We were delighted to welcome some familiar faces to The Almshouse Association this month. General Anthony Leask – respected author and former...
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