We would like to share with you some of the interesting articles and stories about our member charities and news about the almshouse movement today in our posts below.
The historical aspect of almshouse charities and the legacy of their benefactors are considerable so it is hardly surprising that they are able to present a wide variety of stories and anecdotes ranging from their inception to the present day. There are cases where residents dress in the unusual “uniform” which is unique to their charity and others where splendid architectural features have been unearthed and restored.
The titles of many almshouses have wonderful names: The Eight Men of Broadclyst, The Sisters of Castle Rising and Twitty’s Almshouses, to name a few. Aside from their titles and history, however, the common factor shared amongst all almshouses is that today they continue to provide comfortable and secure homes for those in need, in friendly communities – something they have done for centuries.
On 3 December 2025, Nick Phillips, CEO of The Almshouse Association, attended the AGM and APPG on Housing and Care...
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BBC News and several other outlets have been reporting that an almshouse charity discovered one of its artworks is valued...
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November 2025: Charity leaders and parliamentarians convened in Westminster to explore how a more coordinated and collaborative approach can help...
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Our special Christmas fund that inspires 1000s of smiles – year after year For more than 70 years, our Christmas...
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Eventide Homes almshouse resident celebrates an incredible birthday milestone Warmest birthday congratulations go to May Gilbert, a resident of Eventide...
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How The Almshouse Association’s £100,000 loan enabled Ottery Feoffee Charity’s most ambitious development in decades. Ottery Feoffee Charity is a...
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Plaque unveiling at Kendal Almshouse Charity, which created two new, state-of-the-art homes for vulnerable people in South Cumbria, signalling a...
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St John’s Foundation invests £5million into upgrading and creating new affordable housing for older people in Bath. St John’s Foundation...
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His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant visits The Almshouse Association's new Windsor offices: A celebration of heritage and member community On a crisp...
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Eileen Terry turns 100! Isleworth & Houslow Almshouse Charity were thrilled to celebrate a truly remarkable milestone recently—their beloved resident,...
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Nick Phillips was invited to attend the recent Yorkshire and Lancashire Regional Meeting hosted by The Peter Birtwhistle Trust. The...
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📸The results are in! 📸 Our latest photography competition has showcased the warmth, joy and connection that make almshouse life...
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