…More information will be found on the Energy Ombudsman website. Heat suppliers can also contact heatnetworks@beis.gov.uk for more information on the redress scheme. You can find further guidance on the…
…Chief Executives and council leaders and all providers of social housing on ensuring quality in social housing. The letters are available here. RIGHT TO BUY An ambiguous response was received…
…all possible in order to ensure that almshouses are neither overlooked nor misinterpreted in these important issues. As always, we will, of course, keep our members closely informed of any…
…For example, you will need to ensure that your governing documents allow for online meetings if you have found these to be more convenient during the pandemic. Charity Commission guidance…
…of someone who lives in the Parish of Old Windsor. Contact Details Clerk to the Trustees 36A Crimp Hill Road Old Windsor Berkshire SL4 2QY Email: clerk.owuc@gmail.com Tel: 07444 486794…
The Almshouse Association is pleased to announce that we have added three new online training courses to our website course library. With many of us are working from home, you…
…dignity and community in elderly living (stirworld.com) John Morden Centre by Mæ Architects wins the 2023 Stirling Prize — Open City (open-city.org.uk) London retirement community wins UK’s Stirling Prize (ft.com)…
…and the Support and Care manual were also available and are easily accessed online. These are very enlightening documents, and are encyclopaedias of best practice for running the charity, performing…
…of traditional design and incorporating the highest standards of insulation and solar energy in order to reduce the impact on the environment and improve economic resilience. Amongst the throng enjoying…
…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…
…as laid down in the charity’s governing documents. Almshouse charities today: There are 1,600 almshouse charities operating throughout the UK today providing safe, comfortable homes to some 37,000 people in…
…Cornwall, for more social rent homes is one example, he suggests. “We are convening conversations with other major landowners in order to see if we can do more, because if…
…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…
…charities and the way in which they operate in order that such requests may be fairly considered. To this end a letter from the Association (click here to view) has…
…people live longer in almshouses. This study, based on an original report carried out with Whitely Village in Surrey*, highlighted that women did indeed live longer in an almshouse. The…
…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…
…units in one of its central sites. Social housing in the UK is a form of public sector housing which is rented at low rates to individuals and families who…
…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…
…Charity Name, membership number and name. Type in your first name and last name as you would like them to appear on your certificate. Infection Prevention and Control online training…
…accounts at: Prepare a charity annual return – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) NOTE: Access to the Charity Commission’s online services has changed. From 31 July 2023 your previous shared charity login details…
…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…
…account any deficiencies noted in the self-assessment. Click here for a Complaints Handling Flowchart Useful Links Complaint Handling Code FULL – https://www.housing-ombudsman.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Complaint-Handling-Code.pdf Housing Ombudsman Scheme – https://www.housing-ombudsman.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Housing-Ombudsman-Scheme-final-version-for-publication-Sep.pdf Posted April 21…
…black robe, a black trencher hat, and a silver badge in the shape of the Cross of Jerusalem. The Order of Nobile Poverty (The Red Brothers) This Order was founded…
…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…
…condition such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, acquired brain injury, dementia, depression, or autistic spectrum disorder. People who hoard often have logical reasons why they hoard e.g., throwing things away is wasteful,…
…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…
…Trust for sharing them with us. Heating advice notes for almshouses The initial approach should always be taken as fabric first, i.e., to look at ways of improving the thermal…
…at favourably. Almshouses are in a unique bracket of those who still receive funding for this purpose. For further information, please contact Sean@saffercooper.com 0161 804 2222 or kathy.green.projects@gmail.com 01225 865573…
…almshouses specifically mentioned in the Government’s announcement, reiterating the exemption from Right to Buy which almshouses benefit from. The full Government announcement can be found here. Posted 8 September 2020…
…this year to adapt people’s homes Overall, adaptation grants support 50,000 people a year and help people to be discharged from hospital quicker, cutting waiting times. In order to be…
The Almshouse Association Response to Government Plans to Extend Right to Buy Policy Almshouses are established by gifts of charity and run by volunteers. The charity is established to provide…
…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 Safety Act 2021 clarified that flat entrance doors must be considered in the Fire Risk Assessment mandated by the Fire Safety Order The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 require…
…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…
…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…
…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…
…St John’s Chapel of the adjacent Ewelme Church in order to pray for the King, the Duke and Duchess and their successors, and all Christian souls. One Chaplain, known as…
…order to offer best guidance. Our ability to offer guidance has been complicated by contradictory opinions from government and independent experts. In guidance we published on our website in 2019…
…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…
Case Study: Kettlestone Charities, Little Snoring, Fakenham This Charity received an Almshouse Association loan of £25,000 towards the cost of insulating the end of the property (bathroom), upgrading the hot…
…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)…
…different providers are approaching the change. Whilst any solution needs to work for the housing provider, one of the most critical components is the customer buy in. Do residents see…
…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…
…evidence of damp in a building, such as mould, mould odour or water damage in order to assess health risks and the need to take remedial action. When mould is…
…Cyber awareness training is a vital part of an organisation’s information security measures. Cyber-crime costs UK businesses and organisations a lot of money (Almost £30 billion per year to be…
…guides on self help and external links https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/ Search for help in your local area https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-services/Mental%20health%20support/LocationSearch/330 Guidance and advice on all aspects of mental health https://www.mind.org.uk/ Alcohol Information on risks…
…Vaccination Guide for Older Adults – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-vaccination-guide-for-older-adults Vaccination Guide: Why are you being asked to wait? – https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-vaccination-why-you-are-being-asked-to-wait Shielding The government has updated its guidance on shielding, which has been…
…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…
…found at: www.gov.uk/guidance/national-lockdown-stay-at-home. Restrictions also continue to apply in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Details on these restrictions can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus. Shielding Those who are classed as clinically…
…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…