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St John’s Hospital in Bakewell

…finally erected in 1709. Trustees were assisted by local volunteers in demolishing a dreadful lean-to at rear which saved the charity £2.5k before refurbishment work started. After many years, this…

Starts at Home Day - 2nd September 2022

…almshouse charities help to support the communities they serve by providing genuinely affordable local housing to those in need. Almshouses ensure the residents not only have a safe, warm roof…

Stake your Credit Claim

…credit and it has been estimated that 650,000 over 75s could get Pension Credit if they applied. A recent article written by Paul Lewis, featured in the Radio Times explains…

Southwark's Appleby Blue Almshouses

…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 |…

Solar Farm Opportunities

…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…

Social Media Use

work but that there are risks involved, which trustees should plan for. The new guidance is clear that charities using social media should have a social media policy in place…

Small grant makes a big difference

…awarded a grant of £2,835.00 to install foam loft installation in their almshouse roofs. On completion of the work, we put the following questions to the almshouse charity clerk: What…

Sloswicke’s Almshouse Charity expansion news!

…the Charity with the chance to work with conservation architects,  Soul Architects, to redesign the area to the rear of the combined Union Street properties to incorporate communal gardens, seating…

Selective Licensing Update

…Association was asked to provide written information to support our strong case for exemption. Through our work with members and our previous calls for evidence, we have excellent case studies to put…

Scheme Manager - Mercers' Company, London

…will be assisting in our regulatory and compliance work, reviewing processes and suggesting improvements, The Person The successful candidate will have excellent listening and communication skills, be a strong team…

Scheme Manager

…for residents and a wider audience You will be highly organised and able to work under pressure and embrace the fact that no 2 days will be the same You…

Rules on holding AGMs and other meetings

…virtual or telephone meetings where physical meetings are not possible. If your charity’s governing document does not allow for this, the Charity Commission suggests amending the document to allow for…

RSL rent cap set at 7.7%

…providers ensure that they use the correct annual percentage to increase their rent. It also provides the additional data needed to work out formula rent for new properties. Full guidance…

Round&About: Wokingham news

…holding a special event or anniversary in the coming months? Does your almshouse charity have a captivating history or maybe you have topical story to tell about one of your…

Roger Manwood  Trust Almshouses - Canterbury, Kent

…in Canterbury or district for at least 3 years. single person, or couple, looking for suitable accommodation, but with limited finances. Contact Details Administration Assistant manwood.office@gmail.com or phone 07592 968036…

Risk Assessment online training

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…

Rising Energy Costs

…with your energy provider to see whether additional support may be available to the charity or residents. The Association is looking to work with the Government to call for charities…

Richard Bigg Almshouse - Hurst

…offers access to Reading, Twyford, Winnersh and Wokingham. Criteria To be considered applicants must be: In reduced financial circumstances with a real housing need In reasonably good health but capable…

Responding to MP letters

…Your response may reassure and impress them and this may actually be a good opportunity to engage with your MP. In the moment, it does not feel like a positive…

Residents celebrate 90yrs with tea party

…amount of good cheer and appreciation for the work of the Trust, was matched only by the amount of pasties, scones (jam first!) and pots of tea!” Donna Birrell Many…

Resident Liaison Coordinator Vacancy

…and their family members and keep a watchful eye over residents’ health and well-being. They will act as a ‘good neighbour’ to residents and provide a friendly source of social…

Research funding awarded to ARC

…almshouse movement and other social housing providers. As the needs increase to provide older people with safe and affordable housing options, this toolkit will not only inform our best practice…

Reminder: A CCLA special event for almshouses

…is to help you secure a positive financial future for your organisation. CCLA initiated its mental health engagement programme in early 2019. Amy Browne, Stewardship Lead, will share some insights…

Register of Merged Charities

…to apply to link charities. Decide whether merging is in your charity’s interests. It could be less risky and more efficient to work with another charity more informally. More helpful…

Registered Providers: Policy Statement update

…violence refuges hostels for the homeless support for people with drug or alcohol problems support for people with mental health problems support for people with learning disabilities support for people…

Regional Champions pilot project launched

…United Charity – Devon and Cornwall Susie Coen, Salisbury City Almshouse & Welfare Charities – Wiltshire All currently work for or are trustees of almshouse charities in their respective regions…

Read all about it!

…– 3rd Jan 2020 The Telegraph – 4th Jan 2020 The Mail online – 6th Jan 2020 The Telegraph Letters Page – 6th Jan 2020 Note: The Association does not…

RAAC in almshouses - what to look out for

…will be needed. What if RAAC is present? In the unlikely event that a charity does have RAAC in its roof structure, the area concerned should be isolated until further…

Providing a safe haven over the centuries

…by clicking on the link below. We are now really looking forward to the publication of the third article in the series in December! Wiltshire Life: Providing a safe haven…

Press Release: Nottingham Community Almshouse Charity

…At Nottingham Community Almshouse Charity (NCAC) we have a passion for preserving this legacy, whilst acknowledging our responsibility to provide safe, comfortable homes for future generations. It is a fine…

Porter & Visitor Services - Winchester

…alongside a plethora of information to visitors.  The successful candidate will be interested in learning about the Hospital’s 900-year history and work well with the local Parish who have been…

Policy and Governance – Latest Developments

…social work: The Department of Health and Social Care has published a report focussed on the evidence around the role of social workers in preventing and reducing loneliness and isolation….

Policy and Governance update: April 21

…rural and remote areas of the UK. Members may wish to consider responding if they have difficulties accessing good quality broadband for work and for residents. Health and Safety Shielding…

Policy & Governance update – March 2021

…interest in a charity What to send to the Charity Commission and how to get help Adult Social Care Free PPE for unpaid carers – The Department for Health and…

Policy & Governance update: September 20

…account delays to repair work and the additional pressures placed on local authorities by coronavirus. The new deadline for applications from communities flooded in November 2019 is now 31 December…

Policy & Governance update: June 21

…Board. The Trustee Recruitment Cycle takes charities through the recruitment process in six stages and is designed so charities can dip into relevant sections, or work through the whole recruitment…