The Almshouse Association is a support charity representing over 1600 independent almshouse charities across the UK.

Almshouses are a charitable form of self sufficient, low cost community housing that is held in trust for local people in housing need. They are managed and run by almshouse charities made up of local volunteers.

Today, 36,000 people are living full and independent lives in almshouses, finding friendships, wellbeing, safety and security inside their walls and within their communities. Through representation, fundraising, and your donations and legacies, The Almshouse Association is working hard with almshouses charities, local authorities and the Government to make it possible for many more to be built.




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Celebrating a tradition of giving to almshouse residents

Each Christmas, The Almshouse Association takes great joy in sending gift vouchers to almshouse residents aged 90 and above –...
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New almshouse to reflect changing needs

Case Study: Thomas Fryer Almshouse Charity makes strategic changes to ensure they continue to effectively serve the community. If a...
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Charity offers emergency funding

St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity works to end homelessness by providing practical funding, supporting frontline workers and advocating for change. The Charity...
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