Lee’s Rest Houses and our Trust that was created under the Will of Dr. Charles Alfred Lee. 

Most of Dr Lees’ estate was left to Trustees to provide accommodation for people who have served the Community of Hull within the previous 5 years or as stated in the deeds; (Persons who have retired and have worked, or spouse of such a person, making application within five years of such a person’s death.)

At the time of Dr Lee’s death, nurses had to live in the nurses’ home and if they got married were not allowed to continue their nursing. Consequently, when nurses retired they had to find somewhere to live.

In 1912 there was no state pension and wages were very poor. It was common for people to have a live-in job as maid, or to live “above the shop”. Dr Lee wanted to provide good quality accommodation for those people who had served the people of Hull and had come on to hard times.

The original terms have been widened to include people who are still in employment and who have resided in Hull for the preceding 5 years.

All residents must be able to live independently in their flats and be of 58 years of age and upwards, there is no upper age.

Help Shape our Future by Becoming a Trustee of Lees Rest Houses Almshouse Charity

Are you a passionate community-minded individuals, and want to make use of your skills?
Then why not join the board of Trustees at Lees Rest Houses charity (Charity No. 221523) and help make a lasting impact by supporting older residents living in secure, dignified housing.
No experience is required, just a commitment to the community and a willingness to learn.

This is an opportunity for you to help shape the future of this Almshouse in Hull.

In becoming a Trustee, you will be contributing to:

Improving the lives of vulnerable older people

Using your skills to further the charity’s commitment

Contributing to the aims of the charity

The Board is interested in hearing from you if you have experience or interests in one
or more of the following areas:

1.      Finance

2.      Property Management

3.      Governance

4.      Community Engagement

5.      Housing or care services for older people

6.      Have no prior trustee experience, but want to be considered for the Board

Trustee Role Description:

Key Responsibilities:

1.       A commitment to the organisation

2.      Having a willingness to learn

3.      Ensuring the charity complies with its governing document, charity law, and relevant regulatory returns.

4.      Being part of the strategic oversight of the charity’s operations.

5.      Monitoring financial performance, including managing income shortfalls, and long term sustainability.

6.      Acting as a guardian of the charity’s mission and reputation.

7.      A commitment to equal opportunities

Person Specification:

8.      An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship

9.      An ability to work effectively as a member of the Board

Time Commitment:

10.    Quarterly board meetings (in person or online meetings)

11.   Engagement with residents 

12.   An initial term of two years

For an informal chat or to find out more, contact Dr Anthony Nicholson 07721 643905 or by emailing your expression of interest to tonynick60@gmail.com

The Pickering Almshouses were left in trust by the late Christopher Pickering “to be occupied by
females or married couples of good character and moral worth of the age of at least 65 years and
who have resided in Hornsea for at least 10 years and who cannot maintain themselves by their own
exertions”.

The Pickering Charity is a registered Almshouse Charity and as such the Trustees do not offer
secure tenancies under the provision of the Housing act 1980. All offers of Accommodation are
subject to license. This means that a successful applicant will be given a letter of appointment and
become a beneficiary of the charity when occupying the Almshouse accommodation.

The Pickering Almshouses comprise of 6 units, 78-88 Newbegin, Hornsea, HU18 1AD.
The Governors and Trustees are seeking to recruit new Trustees, to help with the day to day running
of the Almshouses, including administration and management.
The Trustees are volunteers who offer their services free of any charge, other than any agreed
incurred expenses.

If you possess any of the skills and qualifications listed below, then you may be suitable to take up
the role of Trustee, a very rewarding and important role in the community.

• Almshouse Knowledge
• Board / Trustee experience
• Communication, Social Media & Marketing
• Data Protection
• Financial & Budgeting
• Fundraising
• Gardening
• Health & Safety
• Investments
• Legal
• Policy Development
• Risk Management
• Safeguarding
• Change Management
• Social Care System and Services
• Directorship / Chairperson-ship
• Information Technology
  

If you have time on your hands, and enjoy helping disadvantaged people, to lead a better life, then
this could be for you.
The Governors and Trustees meet 3 times a year and this includes the AGM.
To apply by written letter to; The Governors and Trustees, Pickering Almshouses, 31 Market Place,
Hornsea, HU18 1AN.

Email: jimandclare190@btinternet.com

Help Shape our Future by Becoming a Trustee of Emma Rice and W.E.J. Knight Almshouse Charity

Are you a passionate community-minded individuals, and want to make use of your skills?
Then why not join the board of Trustees at Emma Rice and W.E.J. Knight Almshouse charity
(Charity No. 801604) and help make a lasting impact.by supporting older residents living in secure, dignified housing.
No experience is required, just a commitment to the community and a willingness to learn.
This is an opportunity for you to help shape the future of this Northampton Almshouse.
In becoming a trustee you will be contributing to:

• Improving the lives of vulnerable older people
• Using your skills to further the charity’s commitments
• Contributing to the aims of the charity

The Board is interested in hearing from you if you have experience or interests in one
or more of the following areas:

1. Finance
2. Property Management
3. Governance
4. Community Engagement
5. Housing or care services for older people
6. Have no prior trustee experience, but want to considered for the Board
   

For an informal chat or to find out more, contact Robert Goulbourne on 01604 760928 or by
emailing your expression of interest to rmgoulb4@btinternet.com

Trustee Role Description:

Key Responsibilities:

1. A commitment to the organisation
2. Having a willingness to learn
3. Ensuring the charity complies with its governing document, charity law, and relevant
   regulatory returns.
4. Being part of the strategic oversight of the charity’s operations.
5. Engaging with property management partners – East Midlands Housing (EMH) on all
   joint business decisions
6. Monitoring financial performance, including managing income shortfalls, and long
   term sustainability.
7. Acting as a guardian of the charity’s mission and reputation.
8. A commitment to equal opportunities

Person Specification:

9. An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of
   trusteeship
10. An ability to work effectively as a member of the Board

Time Commitment:

11. Quarterly board meetings (in person or online meetings)
12. Engagement with residents and property management partners (EMH)
13. An initial term of two years

Governance Action Plan:

The following areas have been identified a priority by the Trustees’ for urgent attentions

Trustee Board: The recruit of 3 or more additional trustees to ensure quorate at meetings and diverse inputs. Ensure Almshouse policies and complaints procedures is in line with current legislation.

Financial Oversight: Review income strategy, prepare budgets, including a future sustainability financial plan.

Filing Compliance: Establish an annual Trustees’ meetings calendar, ensure legal compliance with statutory returns, and current policies.

Resident Engagement: Schedule regular feedback sessions with residents and explore ways to enhance their independent living experience.