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 the almshouse movement, threats and opportunities together with an update on The Almshouse Association 10 year strategy.
Other speakers gave details of their own challenges and Colin Tomlinson and Peter Ducksbury of Kendal Almshouse Charity gave a very inspiring talk about their history and the way the charity had overcome challenges thrown by nature in the storms and floods of 2021.
“It is always a privilege to spend time with our members gaining a better understanding of national and regional issues. The environment and the economy are clearly forcing many almshouse charities to review their medium term strategy along with the ever present challenges of resident frailty and building costs.”
Nick Phillips CEO The Almshouse Associaton
Congratulations to Colin and Peter for arranging such an engaging event.
posted 7 June 21