Accommodation
Soroptimist (London) Housing Association Ltd has large ground floor one bedroom flat available. We are based in Wandsworth, London.
The flat comprises of one large bedroom with en-suite shower room, a kitchen with an oven and hob fridge/freezer, parking on the street (with a council residents’ parking permit), secluded communal gardens and the use of communal laundry room.
Criteria
Our criteria is as follows:
- Single woman aged 50 years or over
- You must be able to live independently
- Have limited financial means
- Have no pets
While most residents will be retired, the organisation recognises that some residents may need to work full or part time.
Contact Details
The Housing Officer, Soroptimist (London) Housing Association Ltd., 6 St. Simon’s Ave., London SW15 6DU.
Email: sorophousingofficer@gmail.com
Accomodation
St Joseph’s Almshouses is in Hammersmith and comprises of 31 compact flats. The flats are situated around a courtyard garden setting that provides peace and tranquility. They are located centrally and within easy walking distance to shops and public transport
Criteria
- Suitable for single people
- Aged 60 years and over
- Must be able to live independently
- Of Roman Catholic faith
- Of limited means
Contact Details
For an application form or further information please contact Rita Nath-Dongre:
St Joseph’s Society
42 Brook Green
London
W6 7BW
020 7603 9817
Old London Road Kingston upon Thames KT26NQ
Accommodation:
One-bedroomed, ground floor at a modest weekly maintenance contribution, with shared use of large garden
Criteria
To be eligible, you need to be:
- In housing need – in temporary or very unsuitable accommodation or facing eviction
- Of modest means – this may mean eligible for Housing Benefit.
- 60 years or older – there is no upper limit.
- Living in Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames or with links to the Borough – except in special cases to be approved by the Trustees.
- Capable of independent living – able to look after yourself and your home, if necessary, with help from, for example, friends, family or social services.
- Aware of the need for give and take when living in close proximity to others.
Contact Details:
For more information, please contact clerk@cleavesalmshouses.co.uk
Accommodation
The St Lukes Almshouses has an unfurnished bedsit in Charlton, London.
- The bedsit has a separate kitchen diner.
- Sharing communal garden.
Criteria
Terms of charity state that residents are to have a connection to Charlton.
- Must be able to live independently.
- Over 55 years of age.
- Pets considered.
Contact Details
For more information, please contact Yvonne Simpson 0208 858 8175
Accommodation
Self-contained unfurnished flat, designed for
independent living, in private grounds.
- Laundry room
- Communal lounge and communal gardens
- No pets
Criteria
Applicants must be
- Over 60 years of age
- Live in Westminster
- Have less than £100,000 in cash or assets
Contact Details
The Clerk, clerk@westminsteralmshouses.com
Accommodation
The Charterhouse was founded as an almshouse in 1611 and today continues to provide a range of accommodation from self-contained studio to one-bedroom flats. Residents live in beautiful surroundings, with shared gardens, and eat together in the Great Hall. The Charterhouse is situated very close to Barbican and Farringdon stations.
Would I qualify to join the Charterhouse?
- I am single
- I am older than 60
- I am in financial and social need. I have minimal income and capital
- I have no significant debts (credit cards, loans or other)
- I have no pets
- I am able to live by myself and anticipate continuing in good physical and mental health for at least two years
- I am keen to contribute to a community
- UK resident for at least 2 years
Contact details
Applications welcome from those meeting the above criteria. Applicants are assessed, will visit the Charterhouse, and have formal and informal interviews.
In the first instance applicants need to fill in the form at http://www.thecharterhouse.org/joining-the-community/almshouse/ where you can also find more details of the almshouse and community. If you have any queries please contact Hannah Crane 020 3818 8874 or email Hannah.crane@thecharterhouse.org
Accommodation
40 Self-contained 1 bedroom flats in a 2 storey purpose built building arranged around a communal garden. There is a lift available for first floor flats. Lygon House is supported by a scheme manager who lives onsite.
2 guest rooms, Laundry room, Communal Lounge with satellite TV.
Well placed for public transport, shops and parks
Criteria
For married couples or single person of limited financial means who live in the old Metropolitan Borough of Fulham. Priority is given to applicants who are on or near retirement age. Applicants must be able to live independently.
Contact Details
Please call 020 7731 6311 for an application form or email aclygonarmshouses@hotmail.com
Accommodation
- One-bedroom unfurnished ground and first floor flats in small friendly scheme
- Suitable for single person or couple
- Separate living room, fitted kitchen, bathroom. courtyard and attractive gardens, laundry room and common room for social activities and meetings
- Resident Estate Manager, daily handyperson and emergency call system in each flat
- Guest flat available for visitors.
Criteria
- 60+
- Able to live independently
- In need of sheltered accommodation
- Limited financial means
- Local connection prioritised but not required.
Contact Details
Martin Webber, Almshouse Administrator Tel.: 020 7213 0572 Mon-Thurs, email:martin.webber@skinners.org.uk
Website
www.skinners.org.uk
Accommodation
1 Bed ground floor Bungalow
Criteria
Must have lived in Haringey for a year prior to application. Must be 60 plus at the time of application
Contact Details
Pathways, Tel.: 02085797411
Website
www.yourpathways.org.uk