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New Almshouse Research published

…highlights the challenges the sector faces going forward. The Smith Institute and The Almshouse Association hosted an online event on 11th October 2022 to mark the launch of a new…

Mental Health and wellbeing in the charity sector

…were forced to abandon face-to-face service provision in March 2020, along with the camaraderie and support offered by office life. Many moved service provision and core operations online, while others…

King John’s House - Wisbech 

…met through other means. Contact Details For more information and to request an application form call or email the Charity: House Manager on 01945 581370 / 07984 869125 Email: wisbechcharities@gmail.com

Influencing local planning on housing and ageing

…and Country Planning Association. The Older People’s Housing Champions would love to hear from you if you are taking any local action on housing and ageing. Website: www.housingactionblog.wordpress.com Email: housingchampionsnetwork@gmail.com

HRH visits Bond's Hospital almshouses

…trustees all raised a glass to toast this special moment.   . Some wonderful video footage of the day filmed by the Daily Mail online can be accessed here. The Almshouse…

Holding AGMs & other meetings

…30th December 2020.  Wherever possible it is still hoped that members will be able to submit their annual returns online. However, if Trustees have an imminent deadline and believe they…

High Ercall Almshouses - High Ercall, Shropshire

…age and are in need, hardship or distress. Contact Details Further information and application form can be obtained from: The Managing Agent, BERRYS – Anna Roche 01743 290645 Email: anna.roche@berrys.uk.com

Fond farewells to retiring clerk

…doing so much to support community efforts.” Article by Nick Jones for The Barnet Society online publication. Posted 2 September 21 Click here to read more almshouse news and stories…

Fire doors in almshouses

…sets on a six-monthly basis as part of a programme of planned preventive maintenance. Communal fire doors should be inspected more frequently i.e., 3 monthly.  For example, check fire door…

Festival of Trusteeship, 2-6 November 2020

…great candidates for trustee roles, and charity finances – the basics. Sessions are being held online and tickets range from £5 to £15. To find out more, visit: www.gettingonboard.org/festival-of-trusteeship Posted…

Feltham United Charities - Feltham

…They must be persons of good character who ideally reside locally preceding the time of appointment. They must be capable of independent living. Contact Details James Groves 07910 036417 Jamesgroves1965@gmail.com

Exeter Homes Trust marks Platinum Jubilee

…Charity’s 150 residents with updated and energy efficient apartments, more suited to modern day living requirements. For more information about Exeter Homes Trust, please visit: www.exeterhomestrust.com Posted 5 April 22…

Energy Scheme Grant helps to install efficient heating

…Fund, visit www.affordablewarmthsolutions.org.uk/warm-homes-fund/overview If you want to know how E.ON Energy Installation Services can assist you, please contact Andrew Edwards on Andrew.edwards@eonenergy.com or call 07815 502613 Dated: 7th May 19…

Double celebrations in Sonning!

…newspaper article in the Henley Standard – click here Link to online version Posted 12 July 21 For more almshouse news and stories, visit Almshouse news and stories | (almshouses.org)…

Devon Regional Meeting (Exeter)

…you to the Devon Regional Meeting, taking place on: Thursday 18 April 2024, 10.30am – 2pm at: The Exeter Community Hall, 17, St David’s Hill, Exeter, EX4 3RG. Contact: info@exeterhomesgtrust.com

Cyber Security Awareness Training

…number and name. 3. Type in your first name and last name as you would like them to appear on your certificate Login to Cyber Security Awareness Training online course…

Covid-19 update: 29.09.20

…misuse https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/drug-addiction-getting-help/ Find support services near you https://www.talktofrank.com/get-help/find-support-near-you Staff If your staff are able to work from home, they should be encouraged to do so. Not only will this protect…

Covid-19 update: 11.01.21

Meetings The Charity Commission has updated its guidance on holding meetings during the national lockdown. Where possible, it states that charities should hold meetings online or via telephone. Where this…

Covid-19 update: 8.4.21

…potential outbreaks of coronavirus. The tests can be ordered online or collected from larger local pharmacies. You may wish to encourage your residents and staff to use these tests and…

Covid-19 update: 05.1.21

…it nonetheless provides guidance on cleaning, PPE, managing outbreaks, and visitors and support bubbles. The guidance can be found at: www.gov.uk/government/publications/supported-living-services-during-coronavirus-covid-19/covid-19-guidance-for-supported-living. Don’t forget, the Almshouse Association offers an online course…

Covid & supported housing

…risks and challenges involved in adopting such a policy: www.twobirds.com/en/news/articles/2021/uk/what-to-consider-when-implementing-a-vaccination-policy-in-your-organisation If any member charity is considering this, we would recommend taking separate legal advice to ensure the charity is protected…

Council Tax & Spring Budget update 2024

…Association considers are of interest, which we will report on further, once we have more detail.  3.23 Following on from the £188 million allocated to housing projects in Sheffield, Blackpool…

Coronavirus Update

…accepting new online customers and others not having delivery slots available for the next 2-3 weeks. If this continues, you will need to look at how your elderly residents get…

Clerk to the Trustees / Administrator - Greenwich

…schedule online meetings on Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Good communication skills and ability to relate to people at all levels, including residents, outside organisation and professional bodies. Ability to work…

Charity of William Marshall - Welney, Norfolk

…West Norfolk Borough Council). Contact Details All interested parties regardless of age, gender or martial status, are encouraged to express interest. Please contact the Clerk for further details: Email: marshallscharity1661@gmail.com

Charity Commission Covid-19 Fact Sheets

…efforts Government financial support for charities Using reserves and restricted funds AGMs and other meetings: postponing or cancelling meetings Holding meetings online or by telephone Reporting serious incidents to the…

CEO update: June 20

…logo and branding/PR Representation: MP engagement Charity Commission: Definition of almshouses Training and Seminars Conference 2021 Research Please click into the link below to view. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTKYk3LNShE&feature=youtu.be Posted 23 June 2020…

CEO Message 29.04.20

…We have been encouraged by the response of some MPs and ministers but we have a way to go. We continue to update our online information regularly and have added…

CEO guest speaker at Charity Matters webinar

…involves risk. The value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up and an investor may get back less than the amount invested. aberdeenstandardcapital.com

Burnham-on-Sea almshouses mark historic anniversary

written by Burnham-On-Sea.com  September 15, 2022 Almshouses in Burnham-on-Sea made a splash in the local news with their special anniversary celebration attended by trustees, residents and local dignitaries. Nick Phillips, CEO…

Build Build Build

…the Almshouse Consortium Administrator by email to acltabitha@gmail.com or on 07464 021046  Sean Stafford on sean@saffercooper.com or 07714 255520. Kathy Green on kathy.green.projects@gmail.com or 07940 590173 Posted 30 Sept 20…

Brookside Cottage Homes - Tatenhill, Staffordshire

…current amount for Housing Benefit, as well as all utility bills and Council Tax. For further information, contact the Clerk to the Trustees, Ruth Tomlinson, on 07751 168960, email r.tomlinson@ymail.com….

BRADFORD TERRACE

…maintenance contribution payable monthly. This is subject to annual review. Further information and application form can be obtained from: The Managing Agent, BERRYS – Anna Roche 01743 290645 Email: anna.roche@berrys.uk.com

Blue Plaque for Marlborough Almshouses

…via SAHAAS Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/not-just-a-favourite-the-formidable-sarah-duchess-of-marlborough-tickets-394936464597 If you are interested in becoming involved or want to donate to Blue Plaques St Albans, please contact: blueplaquesstalbans@gmail.com or phone Tim Boatswain on 07873 586074….

Barton & Royle Homes, Turvey, Bedfordshire

…Parish of Turvey or the Borough of Bedford. Contact Details Further information and an application pack can be requested from Sue Newman, Clerk to the Trustees at snewman2109@virginmedia.com or by…

Association welcomes new Chairman

…Reading Today Online (rdg.today) The Almshouse Association Chairman, Willie Hartley Russell on Kennet News Radio – click on link below and slide to 30.21 to listen. posted 22 June 2023,…

Association CEO in FT Letters

…article, but please find an extract below. [If you have a paid subscription with the FT, you can access the full article here. (if you have not visited the site…

Anniversary Network Event

…before any photos/videos are taken of them and used in any promotional material, or online on websites or social media. There is also a poster that can be printed out…

Almshouses in the national news!

…living in an almshouse can boost life expectancy | (almshouses.org) https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/may/22/almshouse-residents-may-live-up-to-two-and-a-half-years-longer-study-finds [Top photo: Kim and Terry Baxter at the second viewing of their new almshouse flat in Southwark, London. Photograph: Sean…

Affordable Homes Programme

…call us at The Almshouse Association. Contact details for ACL – email: kathy.green.projects@gmail.com or Tel: 01225 865573 Mob: 07940 590173 See also Chapter 9 of Standards of Almshouse Management Posted…

Admin Support Officer

…or other category protected by law. Closing date for applications: 10 March 2024 To apply, please email your CV together with a short covering letter to: Adrian.nisbet@argonaut-hr.com Tel: 07966 117801…

170th Anniversary celebration

…The stunning cake! ©Barbara Evripidou/FirstAvenuePhotography.com A garden party was held in beautiful sunshine and, to commemorate this very special occasion, a Hawthorn tree was planted by Dee Russell-Thomas, Deputy Lord…

90 year old vicar skydives for almshouse and care home

For further details or to visit: The College of St Barnabas, Blackberry Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6NJ Tel: 01342 870260 Fax: 01342 871672 email: office@collegeofstbarnabas.com website: www.st-barnabas.org.uk posted June 2023…

…Communal Garden space. Criteria: Female, Single occupancy Age 55 + Preference for local connection or occupant is working in the area. Contact Details: Clerk : Cllr Mary Cooper 01372273489 Mary.p.cooper@btinternet.com