…refurbish the other property. Mrs C will have the option of remaining in 2A or returning to 2, her original dwelling. Either way, when the refurbishment is complete two local…
…not a mental asylum. Successful applicants for one of the original 12 apartments had to be aged between 57 and 67, single, have a small income, and have references that…
…Force to whom the charity extends their gratitude. A grant for the garden party which reunite trustees, staff, patrons families and friends post covid, on this special afternoon was award…
…in terms of exceeding timescales – (YES proportionate to size). Q.24 – “Small net cost” implications of timescales. – (NO – emergency repairs at short notice cost more, especially if…
…2023 Willie is a highly regarded investment management professional with generations of family commitment to almshouses. He is a driving force in his local community having recently been High Sheriff…
Following extensive discussions, The Almshouse Association is pleased to announce that the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) will now be open to all almshouse charities. The fund is due to…
…established. Our members will be aware that as a movement we face a number of challenges in the years ahead including net zero obligations and trustee recruitment. Events such as…
…a report as they reach the half way point of the project with the bathrooms complete and the insulation work planned for 2024. History of the Charity The original foundation…
…of the flats in 2019 indicated that substantial work would be needed in the medium term on the front windows of the original flats. Since the flats were built secondary…
…historic brickwork. The cement was painstakingly chipped out by hand and then lime mortar was applied. Where the original lime mortar was sound, this remained in place. The power of…
…almshouses or participating in an off-site event. Whatever you are hoping to organise, we want to help make your day special so please call us if you need any extra…
…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…
…introduction of licensing is at lower super output area level (LSOA), then the Guidance: “The essential trustee: what you need to know, what you need to do” – Charity Commission…
…visited tourist attraction. And before they were opened to the public on 6th October 2023, residents who live in the original homes were treated to a VIP sneak preview. Our…
…incorporated in the design, but overall the project stayed close to the original expectations. “The Almshouse Association was helpful to the trustees in persuading Mole Valley District Council that the…
A Colchester charity has reopened nine of its almshouses after a £1 million facelift. Former Colchester Mayor, Alderman and farmer Arthur Winsley left much of his property to the new…
Eventide Homes resident May turned 100 last November. Due to coronavirus restrictions, the big party planned could not take place, but the charity organised for a Malus Floribundu tree to…
Last month, we asked our members to join us with the national campaign as part of an initiative by The Captain Tom Foundation. Our contribution had the aim of raising…
…who wanted to help men and women equally in Aynho – first by clothing them, then by giving them some extra pennies and then, after his death, his trustees built…
The 100th anniversary of an almshouse in Ramsgate has been marked with a tree planting ‘dug in’ by award-winning actress and Thanet arts patron Brenda Blethyn. by Kathy Bailes, as…
Worcester Municipal Charities has created another 4 flats for the single homeless in Worcester city centre, taking the total they own to 68, which, together with their other 32 “retirement…
Hay-On-Wye almshouse resident Lynn Trowbridge celebrated her 100th birthday on 7 November 2023! To mark the event, John Houmoller, Clerk of Harley’s Almshouses in Hay-on-Wye where Lynn has resided for…
We’re inviting you to take part in Captain Tom 100 from Friday 30 April to Bank Holiday Monday 3 May 2021 to celebrate Captain Sir Tom Moore’s amazing achievements and…
…the original name was inadequate. It did not reflect the collegiate nature of the community’s lifestyle, neither did it do justice to the study in which many of the Residents…
Double birthday celebrations at Yoakley House as two more residents join the 100 Club May 19, 2023 Kathy Bailes News 1 Photo credit: The Isle of Thanet News | Yoakley House 100 Club…
…truly affordable, community housing. Furthermore, we hope that the extra £450 million Home Building Fund will provide an opportunity for new almshouse developments, which will help to establish high quality…
…Some trustees have special roles, such as the chair and the treasurer. They are known as officers. Officers don’t automatically have any extra powers or legal duties than the other…
Awarded for outstanding refurbishments or new build projects that have achieved architectural merit in a traditional almshouse format. In 2000, our Royal Patron, HRH The former Prince of Wales, introduced…
Compassion, Community, Companionship What are almshouses? Almshouses were the first form of community housing for people in housing need established in the medieval period. For over 1000 years almshouse charities…
…be logged in to access this page – Members Login Website Registration … Read More Patron’s Award design brief You must be logged in to access this page – Members…
…to refurbish the Grade II listed railings and reopen the original right-of-way. Initially, part of the stone wall at the footpath entrance had to be demolished and a gap created…
…original benefactor. Please click here for our Case for Support. The almshouse movement is growing. And we need to grow with it. Pledge your support to help us grow. Find…
2024 Subscription Rates Dwellings £ £210 1-5 £267 6-10 £343 11-20 £407 21-50 £582 51 – 100 £806 Over 100 £1428…
Almshouses Chapels – An Illustrated Gazetteer A Fascinating Guide to a Rich Architectural Heritage Written by Canon Raymond Bayley and compiled by the Association, this book is sumptuously illustrated and…
…valuable legacy. We thank them wholeheartedly for their support and dedication.’ Nick Phillips, CEO of The Almshouse Association Royal Patron – HRH The Former Prince of Wales KG KT GCB…
…When you contact us, request information or send us feedback. We may collect personal data from you in person, over the telephone, through the post or online via email or…
If you wish to change your Will, you can either revoke (cancel) the previous Will and make a new one or add a Codicil to the original Will. It is…
The Almshouse Association provides support and guidance to member charities needing to raise funds for projects they wish to undertake; whether this is to assist with the cost of repairs…
..support generation after generation.. ..in perpetuity ‘Pass it on’ Almshouses are usually created as a result of a bequest and social activism, with the original benefactor keen to support those…
The Association’s Member Charities may advertise staff and trustee vacancies on our website. If you are a member and have a vacancy you would like us to list on this…
This award is for charities that can demonstrate elements of: Innovation in design Exceptional planning Quality of build Value for money Examples in support of your submission could include: Communal…
This Award is for members who can demonstrate innovative thinking in their redevelopment or new build/s that would enhance the lives of residents, add greater enjoyment and provide a sense…
…also: – Almshouses Today – In the footsteps of St Albans first female superstar – Trinity Hospital Castle Rising – The Great Hospital, Norwich – St John’s Hospital in Bakewell…
…wardrobes. The design included level entry for wheelchair users and extra wide front doors with a covered porch, wide internal doors, an extra large shower room and a large hall…
…been included by the architect to return the frontage of the building to its original façade and include so many features from the original design into the extensions has been…
…Lifetime Members Photo courtesy of Perry Almshouses The inspiration for The Friends of Club comes from our original Associate Members and Lifetime Members who are the honoured forefathers of this…
…support for so many people” Simon Smith – Simon became Clerk to The Visitors, Jesus Hospital Charity in 2006. The charity dates back to the 1600s and provides…
…Manager to provide support to the residents and assist in the management of the charity. A small number of larger almshouse charities offer extra care and residential care. Generally speaking,…
…– Milly Vincent for Mail online click link news item Mail online Jan 2020 Return of almshouses for the vulnerable could help solve Britain’s housing crisis – Patrick Sawyer for…
…Training Online Training Courses through our partnership with an online training provider. Topics such as GDPR and Safeguarding can be accessed via a portal. Learning through webinars is also available…