St Saviour’s Court joins Croydon Almshouses
Croydon Almshouses has purchased St Saviour’s Court, marking an important new chapter for the oldest charity in Croydon and its residents.
The transfer took effect on 1st October 2026, bringing St Saviour’s Court in Purley and Elis David Almshouses in Waddon together under Croydon Almshouses – two almshouses, one community.
The milestone was marked with a celebratory event at St Saviour’s Court on 1st October, bringing residents, staff, and trustees together to honour the occasion and look ahead to the future. Deputy Mayor (Statutory) and Cabinet Member for Homes, Lynne Hale, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care Councillor, Yvette Hopley and Purley and Woodcote Ward Councillor, Simon Brew, also joined residents for the celebration.
Photo credit: Kate York
Photo credit: Kate York
While St Saviour’s Court and Elis David Almshouse will each retain their own identity, history and character, they are now part of Croydon Almshouses community. Staff will continue to work closely with residents, keeping them informed and involved as things develop.
“Welcoming St Saviour’s Court into Croydon Almshouses is a pivotal moment for us as we double the number of almshouse residents we can support. Two almshouses. One community’ captures what we aim to achieve for our residents: increasing wellbeing, reducing loneliness and enabling people to manage their own lives. We are delighted to welcome St Saviour’s Court residents and look forward to this next step together as one community.”
Hayley James, Chief Executive of Croydon Almshouses
Croydon Almshouses is committed to providing excellent homes where older people can live independently while enjoying the connections that come with being part of a community.
Croydon Almshouses Chair , Michael Chawatama MBA, , Deputy Mayor (Statutory) and Cabinet Member for Homes, Lynne Hale, CEO of Croydon Almshouses ,Hayley James, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care Councillor, Yvette Hopley, Purley and Woodcote Ward Councillor, Simon Brew. Photos credit : Kate York
ABOUT CROYDON ALMSHOUSES
Rooted in over 600 years of heritage, we draw on our experience to support people in Croydon who are negatively impacted by poverty, to live more independently and with dignity. We do this by providing high-quality accommodation and support for our residents, and by awarding grants to individuals who are in need, facing distress or hardship and to the local organisations that help them.
posted 12 October 2026