Fire Doors are crucial in preventing the spread of fire and smoke in buildings.  Responsible persons need to decide on suitable and sufficient measures for the specific types of premises they are responsible for. For example, further information can be...

The Association has always encouraged our member almshouse charities, wherever possible, to hold meetings with their local MPs for them to gain an understanding of the issues affecting almshouse charities. This is something we are especially encouraging at this time...

Olfactory dysfunction (OD) describes a range of issues associated with the sense of smell, including the inability to smell (anosmia), a reduced sense of smell (hyposmia) and a distorted sense of smell, where things smell different to the way they...

People land on our shores from often, war-torn countries, families lost and afraid. What these people often wish to cling to, (second only to the freedom to live without immediate fear), are people that remind them of home - a...

We were delighted to read Susy Smith's recent column, 'View from here' in the June 2023 issue of Country Living, especially her opening caption that perfectly captures the almshouse movement message that almshouses are just as important today and in...

The Office for Health Improvement and Disparities has issued guidance on damp and mould which outlines that there are four types of damp: Rising damp Penetrating damp (due to structural defects) Traumatise damp (from leaks/bursts, inside the building) Condensation damp...

What is hoarding? Hoarding is now recognised as a mental illness known as Hoarding Disorder. It is a complex interplay between social, psychological, and environmental factors. A person who hoards may: become extremely attached to items and experience great difficulty...

Question time in Parliament is bringing to the fore the increased government focus on the Social Housing, Affordable Housing and Private Rented Sector. MPs are seeing a rise in complaints from tenants about housing conditions that they must act on...

We have some wonderful photos coming in from our members of their Coronation celebrations! Above and below, residents, trustees, family and guests were joined by the Mayor of Newbury, Councillor Gary Norman as well as the Garston Gallopers Morris Dancers...