Trustees of The Wivenhoe Housing Trust are looking forward to joining in with the national celebrations to mark 75 years of The Almshouse Association. This almshouse charity, based in Essex,…
A Celebration Event at Jonathan Feedham Court. Held on Saturday 18th September 2021, the event was to mark the completion of the new courtyard with its raised flower beds, new…
…at this stage, the changes will eventually allow us to offer online event booking, accept membership and event payments online, and any changes members make to their web profile will…
Almshouse Association panel member Geoff Trobridge from Lester Aldridge LLP, hosted a webinar on behalf of The Almshouse Association on the topic of Trustee roles and responsibilities on 25th February…
…are four half day board meetings per year of which two are held online and two in person. There are additional meetings throughout the year in sub committees or to…
…governance. If it is not possible for you to hold a meeting online or by telephone, you may wish to postpone or cancel the meeting. You should check your governing…
The Almshouse Association has been following the refurbishment journey of Tibberton Almshouses for the last two decades. We supported them with a loan and they have diligently kept the Association…
Thrilled to see almshouses in the national press this week. ( 14th Oct 19). The article was also posted online, making almshouses worldwide news. It feels good to be able…
On 6th February this year Her Majesty The Queen became the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service to the people of the United…
The Almshouse Association is honoured to have received an invite to the opening event for The Buchanan Trust’s new almshouses, specially built for ex-military beneficiaries. The Buchanan Trust is a…
“Building a new generation of almshouses could restore the Church’s sense of social mission – in partnership with industry!“ The Times recently published an article by James Vitali on ‘How…
…unless otherwise stated are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2001 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between18-19th November 2020. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted…
Our seventieth AGM took place virtually on 29 September 2021 at 10am Main Business of seventieth AGM: Address by the Chair of The Almshouse Association, Elizabeth Fathi Approval of minutes…
2021 ALMSHOUSE ASSOCIATION AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN FOR ENTRIES! We are delighted to announce the opening of our 2021 Almshouse Association Awards! * Has your charity completed a major refurbishment…
News from The Sutton Coldfield Charitable Trust (SCCT) Tea Party Events bring almshouse residents together for the first time since the pandemic, as Trust’s Annual Review is released. Sutton Coldfield…
The Hospital of St John the Evangelist and of St Anne in Okeham is believed to be the oldest charity in the county of Rutland, having been established for the…
Almshouse Association panel member Tim Rutherford of Stone King Legal Services and Almshouse Association Chair and Director at The Trust Partnership Elizabeth Fathi, invite members to join a free webinar…
21st March 2024 | Hampshire Chronicle YEARS of planning and months of hard work finally paid off as 15 new almshouses were officially opened in Winchester. The apartments, in Colebrook Street,…
…will be an improvement and amalgamation of both Standards of Almshouse Management and the Support and Care manuals. It will be available online in an easy downloadable format and all…
Chris Wilson, CEO/Clerk to the trustees of Southwark Charities recently recorded a podcast about the charity’s plans to build a new almshouse development in central London with construction starting shortly….
…posting online. Our guidance will help charities to navigate their use of social media with greater confidence and will support the Commission to regulate this high profile and fast paced…
The Almshouse Association would like to make members aware that from autumn 2021, members who are Registered Providers of Social Housing will be able to submit bids for the Social…
Press releases relating to trends within the social housing movement not only highlight the need for the affordable housing crisis to be high on the housing agenda, but also the…
The Regulator of Social Housing has published the main risks facing the social housing sector and some of the actions registered providers should be taking to manage those risks. Whilst…
…Essex Life magazine and online on 29th June 2022, Denise explores the almshouses dotted around Essex, finds out more about the long history of almshouses and who lives in them…
…the Charity Responsibility for certain health and safety and fire safety procedures and records Be alert to potential Safeguarding cases working with the Clerk, and raise online safeguarding reports to…
…Commission of these changes. Wherever possible, it is still hoped that members will be able to submit their annual returns online. However, if Trustees have an imminent deadline and…
Almshouses: a model of community housing for an ageing population. A recent report recognises the great value almshouses have played in the provision of homes for people in housing need…
35 mins | CPD accredited |IOSH approved This online Risk Assessment training is designed to help organisations comply with Health and Safety regulations, as well as learn to and carry out structured risk…
The Cumbrian almshouse trustees gathered in beautiful Kendal for the Cumbria Almshouse Regional Meeting on 6 June 22. Almshouse Association CEO, Nick Phillips, was invited to provide an overview on…
…– 3rd Jan 2020 The Telegraph – 4th Jan 2020 The Mail online – 6th Jan 2020 The Telegraph Letters Page – 6th Jan 2020 Note: The Association does not…
Housing – Feb 20 Summary Westminster Hall debate on Flats and Shared Housing – Fire Risk: Labour MP Matt Rodda (Reading East) held a debate in Westminster Hall on the…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
…for charities: DCMS has launched a new online portal, aimed at strengthening its support to charities handling safeguarding concerns or allegations. The portal offers a step by step guide to help…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
…to submit their annual returns online. However, if Trustees have an imminent deadline and believe they are likely to miss it you should send an email to filingextension@charitycommission.gov.uk with your…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
…– The Welsh Government has announced that the moratorium against forfeiture for the non-payment of rent will now be extended until September 30, 2021. It was originally due to end on June…
…who can demonstrate that the contractor will start work on cladding remediation by 31 March next year Online forms must be completed by 31 December 2020 to be considered Trustees…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
Each month, the Association posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
The Almshouse Association regularly posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
The Almshouse Association regularly posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
The Almshouse Association regularly posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
The Almshouse Association regularly posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
…online or by telephone Reporting serious incidents to the Charity Commission Keeping people safe It is also worth noting that the Charity Commission’s contact centre remains open Mon – Fri,…
…groups will need to complete an eligibility checker on the Community Led Homes website. If eligible, groups will be emailed an online grant application form. Wales A new standard for…
The Almshouse Association regularly posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…