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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16 new almshouses in central Cambridge

The Foundation of Edward Storey breaks ground on 16 new homes for people in housing need in Cambridge For some,...
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Wivenhoe Housing Trust breaks ground on six new almshouses

Construction has officially begun on six new almshouses in Wivenhoe, marking the first new almshouse development in the town for...
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Landmark partnership

A bold step forward for community-led housing We are delighted to announce a landmark partnership with Innovate UK, the University...
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