…the need for an agreed definition that will help us build case studies to present to the Charity Commission, please contact ChrisTargowski@almshouses.org The Almshouse Association will continue to update our members…
…thanks to Chris Jones CEO, Wyggestons for hosting the event. See also: Almshouses in the national news! | Award win for Wyggestons in Leicester | (almshouses.org) posted 13 November 2023…
…a block of flats on Peach Street for older, vulnerable people who are unable to buy or afford rental properties in Wokingham. While plough repairs may no longer be a…
…the renovations project, please click here . Contacts Robert Needham 01206 824446 noisybeggar@btinternet.com Peter Hill 01206 823073 peter@toadhall2.co.uk Chair of Trustees Further information www.wivenhoehistory.org.uk Searches: 1) Almshouses 2) Major Project at…
…their residents. Further reading: Providing a safe haven over the centuries | (almshouses.org) | November 22 Almshouses in Wiltshire Life: Centuries of supporting independence | | October 22 December 2022…
…a daily basis Just installing robotically some extra ventilation in the building to lower the high humidity won’t necessarily solve the problem and without understanding hat’s going on it’s poor…
…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…
…visit the Programme Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions information using the links below. Further information may be obtained from ees.groundwork.org.uk or by calling 0121 237 5894. posted 14 February 2024…
…information on the Affordable Housing Commission can be found at www.affordablehousingcommission.org. 05/04/19 Update 12/04/19 Since submitting our evidence on 05/04/19, the Affordable Housing Commission has confirmed receipt of our submission…
…individual basis. If you are able to help and interested in being involved, please send the following details to ChrisTargowski@alms houses.org the name of your charity membership number contact name,…
…five webinars. Places are limited to 20 people so early booking is recommended. To reserve your space, please complete the booking form and return to rosiesweeney@almshouses.org. Posted 9th July 2020…
…Phillips Chief Executive at Angelawaters@almshouses.org or the chairman of the Nominations Subcommittee Paul Mullis at pmullis@damha.org.uk. The closing date for applications is Friday 16 February 2024 posted 16 November 2023…
…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 next phase leading to completion of these energy-efficient almshouses. I’d like to thank both the consultant team and our own team on-site, including our first Passivhaus Champion Ben Cross,…
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…
…for the garden! Whatever your plans, we would love to hear about them! Please send in your story and photos to karenmorris@almshouses.org Trustees Keith Sugden, Simon Talbott and Michael Pooles…
…each competition are detailed below: COMMUNITY CLASSES (i.e. maintained by the Management of the Almshouse Charity) Class 1 Small Community Gardens (Area 2500 Square Metres or less) Class 2 Large…
…in this period so had no family to support them in old age. The poor scholars were boys selected on merit from local song schools and they received a daily…
…Deed states that the gifts should be used to help ‘poor residents’ and since the funds are limited, we ask that member charities that can afford to buy a gift…
…Keen to contribute to a community Has the right to live in the UK Contact Details Sophia.osei@thecharterhouse.org The Clerk to the Brothers The Charterhouse Charterhouse Square London EC1M 6AN 020…
…for those in need and The Coming Homes Report Led by The Archbishop of Canterbury unpins the Church’s position today. So, I agree with James – why not expand the…
…daily basis by the commitment, dedication and tenacity of our members and the passion they have for their almshouse’s and the residents they support. Throughout 2021, we will be campaigning…
…for….. Please click here for details of our submission format, tips and design guidance, Patron’s Award design brief and information about previous award recipients. Please send your submissions to admin@almshouses.org…
…to organise the tea parties where they could meet and socialise in person whilst maintaining sensible protocols. I know that they thoroughly enjoyed the events.” The event coincided with the…
…built as well as securing the heritage of these historic buildings. www.almshouses.org See also: Living in an almshouse boosts life expectancy, study finds | Bayes Business School (city.ac.uk) Almshouses in…
…daily figures including the number of COVID-19 tests undertaken but with the exception of whole care home testing, does not record the residence type of those tested.” The Almshouse Association…
…almshouse or the almshouse movement can get in touch with The Almshouse Association at www.almshouses.org and we will put you in touch with your local charity. posted 1st September 2022…
…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…
…around them.” For more information, please visit www.ustsc.org.uk See also: Appleby Blue almshouse is spacious and special for everyday folk | RIBAJ Appleby Blue Almshouse by Witherford Watson Mann Architects |…
…types of developments. Interested members can provide the above information to Jack Baldan via admin@almshouses.org or alternatively can get in touch with Simon Jobson via simon.jobson@centrica.com. Posted 24 April 22…
…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…
…to others. Please contact admin@almshouses.org if you would like further information. Click here to download your reservation form for the Trustees and Clerks Seminar We strongly advise you to book…
…Selective Licensing and would like to discuss it further with the Almshouse Association, please contact ChrisTargowski@almshouses.org To recap on how we got here, please click on the link. Published 25/06/19…
On 23rd January 2019, the Almshouse Association met with a Government representative regarding the issue of Selective Licensing – see also our news item https://www.almshouses.org/news/selective-licencing/ As a result of the meeting, the Almshouse…
…risk Value for Money. The Almshouse Association has produced a webinar on this topic https://www.almshouses.org/training-seminars/ . B. Operational risks – existing stock and service delivery Existing stock quality. Failure to…
…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…
…daily, where masses for the repose of the souls of the Founders were said, but on Sundays it was to All Saints’ Church that they had to go. The title…
…perpetuity by their exemption from Right to Buy. Residents do not pay rent but a Weekly Maintenance Contribution which is below the average rent in the area and helps 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…
…maximum 7.7% for social housing rent increases ( i.e. the September CPI (6.7%) + 1% = 7.7%) from April 2024. Annual adjustment of formula rent Every year, the annual September…
…left £100 to buy land for their longer term benefit. Visit https://hamunitedcharities.org.uk/400th-anniversary/ to find out more. Following this, HRH visited two residents’ homes and walked through the award winning gardens…
…of your almshouse charity, highlight the benefits of almshouse living and showcase the good work of your trustees and staff, please do get in touch via gerryharmon@almshouses.org. posted February 2023…
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…
…thanks for sending in your story Donna, looks like you all had a fantastic day! To have your almshouse story posted on our website, please email karenmorris@almshouses.org posted 12 September…
…of applying, and would like to know more, or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Clerk by emailing clerk@georgefenthamtrust.org.uk, who will also be able…
…as part of this important piece of research. If you have any queries regarding our research, please get in touch with Jack Baldan via jackbaldan@almshouses.org . Posted 13 Jan 21…
…via jackbaldan@almshouses.org. The consultation is open until 11:45pm on 12 October 2022, however, if you would like to contribute to the Association’s submission, please do so by Friday 30th September…
…to our discussions with you. posted 12 February 2024 The Zoom will take place on 22 February 2024 at 12.30. Please click here to access. Please contact angelawaters@almshouses.org for further…
…would just like a recap on the discussions that took place. If you have any suggestions for future meetings, please do get in touch via jackbaldan@almshouses.org. Posted 25 August 22…