A First World War compass owned by the son of Cardiff shipping magnate, Liberal Party MP and High Sheriff of Monmouthshire Sir William Henry Seager (1862-1941) has finally been returned…
Former Worcester warehouses converted to almshouses The Almshouse Association was delighted to be represented at Worcester Municipal Charities on 13th January for the official opening of four splendid flats that…
…building will be converted sympathetically with its original appearance, maintaining the character of the conservation area by the careful selection of replacement windows and doors, matching slate roof and reuse…
…a daily basis Just installing robotically some extra ventilation in the building to lower the high humidity won’t necessarily solve the problem and without understanding hat’s going on it’s poor…
Association CEO, Nick Phillips asks ” what is affordable housing?” Back in 2015, our friends at Shelter asked this question and we are still wondering what the answer is. The…
…in their current location at 42 Rochester Row. The present building was opened on St James’ day (25 July) 1882. The original almshouse, founded by James Palmer in 1656 was…
…at this stage, the changes will eventually allow us to offer online event booking, accept membership and event payments online, and any changes members make to their web profile will…
The Almshouse Association has just been advised by Utility Aid of the VSCE Energy Scheme which will help voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs) across England to deliver more…
…on land not part of the original endowment, being denied the concession. The Almshouse Association made a substantive case that the wording should be interpreted to mean when an almshouse…
…are four half day board meetings per year of which two are held online and two in person. There are additional meetings throughout the year in sub committees or to…
…governance. If it is not possible for you to hold a meeting online or by telephone, you may wish to postpone or cancel the meeting. You should check your governing…
…marriage, to be of 56 years at least, no common beggar, harlot, scold, drunkard, haunter of taverns, inns and alehouses.” These are the original qualifications for admittance for Trinity Hospital,…
…their original position to a new location, without prejudicing the floor space of the kitchen. Removing all plaster, re-pointing inner walls to accept wall slurry to combat rising damp and…
Thrilled to see almshouses in the national press this week. ( 14th Oct 19). The article was also posted online, making almshouses worldwide news. It feels good to be able…
Aged priests, poor scholars, and sick and hungry paupers were the original beneficiaries of The Great Hospital in Norwich, founded in 1249 by Bishop Walter de Suffield. Clerics remained unmarried…
…in evidence submitted to a US Senate committee on ageing: ‘Population aging will transform the global community. The question is whether such changes will better societies or extract net tolls….
…every length down, then back to his workshop before re-fixing them in their original positions, cost some £150k! – disabled ramps were built where necessary, CCTV installed, a new garden…
…unless otherwise stated are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2001 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between18-19th November 2020. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted…
…living areas. They were developed with accessibility in mind and internal detailing throughout is ideal for almshouse accommodation. original bedsit bungalow built in 1934 New semi-detached bungalows Receiving a visit…
…75th Anniversary of The Almshouse Association. While Covid-19 has seen management exercising extra caution to protect its residents over the festive season, Christmas hampers have also been arranged to spread…
…The original intention was that the hospital should have two chaplains, and should provide accommodation for twelve poor men. The property was confiscated during the Abolition of Chantries actions of…
…Charterhouse today would receive a longevity boost of 2.4 years (an extra 15% of future lifetime at the point of joining) compared to his peers from the same socioeconomic group,…
…thwarted by the wide range of challenges they faced throughout the restoration. What the original six homes from 1709 could boast in ancient charm couldn’t be matched by space. So,…
…plan, providing the support to retain their independence. Maintaining and expanding this provision of supported housing is vital if we are to ensure that people who need extra support will…
…will be an improvement and amalgamation of both Standards of Almshouse Management and the Support and Care manuals. It will be available online in an easy downloadable format and all…
…Blue is named after one of United Saint Saviours Charity’s original benefactors, Dorothy Appleby. ‘Blue’ refers to the central marketplace of Bermondsey, rooting the development in its locale and noting…
…posting online. Our guidance will help charities to navigate their use of social media with greater confidence and will support the Commission to regulate this high profile and fast paced…
…Housing Decarbonisation Fund. The fund seeks to help raise the energy standards of social housing as part of the government’s plans to reach Net Zero. The fund provides a good…
…acquire the former joiner’s workshop adjacent to their existing properties on Union Street in Retford. The new construction in 2023 is very timely as the original almshouses were built in…
…number of new homes built. – 21,600 social homes were either sold or demolished in 2021/22, while only 7,500 new homes were built leading to a net loss of 14,100 homes. – In the last decade, there has been a total net loss…
…Essex Life magazine and online on 29th June 2022, Denise explores the almshouses dotted around Essex, finds out more about the long history of almshouses and who lives in them…
…livery company focused on being a philanthropic force for good. We have a rich history dating back over 700 years with philanthropy as the common thread between our past, present…
…the Charity Responsibility for certain health and safety and fire safety procedures and records Be alert to potential Safeguarding cases working with the Clerk, and raise online safeguarding reports to…
…of the Chapel is a row of original stalls with carved misericord seats, the other seats facing north and south. A service of Holy Communion is taken here by the…
…Commission of these changes. 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…
The Almshouse Association was delighted when our Royal Vice Patron, HRH The Duke of Gloucester accepted our invitation to visit the Hammersmith United Charities almshouses in celebration of their 400…
35 mins | CPD accredited |IOSH approved This online Risk Assessment training is designed to help organisations comply with Health and Safety regulations, as well as learn to and carry out structured risk…
…going to deteriorate. It’s also probably important to say that without improving our homes to make them more energy efficient, we’re never going to reach the government’s net zero target.”…
Briefing Note to Regulated Housing Providers – Confidence and Conduct Standard for Social Housing – Qualification requirement Dear Members You will have seen the announcement of a new consultation regarding…
…being available only to individuals within an identified group with specific support needs. Point 2.40 – For the purposes of this definition, ‘support’ includes: sheltered accommodation extra care housing domestic…
…Champion is to support the Association in engaging with members, providing local expertise and identifying those charities that might need a little extra support from the team at Billingbear Lodge….
…– 3rd Jan 2020 The Telegraph – 4th Jan 2020 The Mail online – 6th Jan 2020 The Telegraph Letters Page – 6th Jan 2020 Note: The Association does not…
…joists or metal truss beams are easily identifiable. Occasionally charities may have original construction drawings available. Where this is the case, various trade names – Siporex, Durox, Celcon, Hebel and…
Preserving the legacies of the past, providing homes for the future Press Release from NCAC Almshouses are the original ‘social housing’. They offer low rent in often beautiful, quirky buildings….
The Hospital of St Cross and Almshouse of Noble Poverty Winchester The Hospital of St Cross & Almshouse of Noble Poverty lies nestled in the ancient water meadows and park…
…inquiry will investigate: the economic impacts of Universal Credit whether Universal Credit is meeting its original objectives whether the policy assumptions reflected in its design are appropriate for different groups…
…for charities: DCMS has launched a new online portal, aimed at strengthening its support to charities handling safeguarding concerns or allegations. The portal offers a step by step guide to help…
…to submit their annual returns online. However, if Trustees have an imminent deadline and believe they are likely to miss it you should send an email to filingextension@charitycommission.gov.uk with your…
…who can demonstrate that the contractor will start work on cladding remediation by 31 March next year Online forms must be completed by 31 December 2020 to be considered Trustees…
…specific adult social care settings: testing for adult care homes testing for extra care and supported living settings testing for homecare staff testing for personal assistants testing for day care…