…the need for an agreed definition that will help us build case studies to present to the Charity Commission, please contact ChrisTargowski@almshouses.org The Almshouse Association will continue to update our members…
…emissions reduction, across England, Scotland and Wales The deadline for applications to this funding round is 5pm on 20 February 2024, via the Energy Redress website. Before applying, organisations need…
…thanks to Chris Jones CEO, Wyggestons for hosting the event. See also: Almshouses in the national news! | Award win for Wyggestons in Leicester | (almshouses.org) posted 13 November 2023…
…his cousin Lorraine who both live in England contacted the Willie Seager Memorial Trust which was able to connect them with the living relatives of Willie Seager. The two families…
…is that whatever the need, Wokingham United Charities will still be around to do what it does best – helping the people of Wokingham. For more details, log on to: https://wokinghamunitedcharities.org.uk/…
…the renovations project, please click here . Contacts Robert Needham 01206 824446 noisybeggar@btinternet.com Peter Hill 01206 823073 peter@toadhall2.co.uk Chair of Trustees Further information www.wivenhoehistory.org.uk Searches: 1) Almshouses 2) Major Project at…
…decorated with paintings and photographs that trace her circuitous route here. She and her English mother fled the communists who had seized power and came to England, the place of…
…time. In 1976, Paul was the architect responsible for an extensive refurbishment programme of the Trust’s Nottingham Road Estate. Little did he know that, 40 years later, he would lead…
…need to do, please do not hesitate to contact us on Tel: 01344 452922 or at almshousesupport@almshouses.org and we will be more than happy to help. Posted 7 June 21…
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…
…Kingdom, with the overwhelming majority situated in England. Almshouse charities provide homes for 35,000 residents making them collectively one of the largest specialist providers of affordable community housing. Whilst almshouse…
…individual basis. If you are able to help and interested in being involved, please send the following details to ChrisTargowski@alms houses.org the name of your charity membership number contact name,…
…five webinars. Places are limited to 20 people so early booking is recommended. To reserve your space, please complete the booking form and return to rosiesweeney@almshouses.org. Posted 9th July 2020…
…Phillips Chief Executive at Angelawaters@almshouses.org or the chairman of the Nominations Subcommittee Paul Mullis at pmullis@damha.org.uk. The closing date for applications is Friday 16 February 2024 posted 16 November 2023…
…Architects; Jamie Saunders, Director, Northmores ; Mark Hart, Joint Managing Director Barnes Construction; and Marc Bermann, Trustee, Girton Town Charity.] See also: Girton Town Charity futureproofs village housing | (almshouses.org)…
…reside in Leighton Buzzard and the immediate surrounding area. Contact Details For a confidential discussion or an application form please contact the Clerk to the Trustees on 07851153016 or clerk@wilkes-alms.org.uk…
…for the garden! Whatever your plans, we would love to hear about them! Please send in your story and photos to karenmorris@almshouses.org Trustees Keith Sugden, Simon Talbott and Michael Pooles…
…0TH, E-mail: membership.secretary@thelondongardenssociety.org.uk. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1 MAY 2024. THE LONDON ALMSHOUSES RESIDENTS GARDENS COMPETITION: ENTRY/JUDGING FORM 2024 THE LONDON ALMSHOUSES GARDENS COMPETITION posted 12 February 2024…
…Great Hospital site contains much historic and architectural interest. Some buildings date as far back as 1380. Examples of this include one of the smallest monastic cloisters in England, a…
…Keen to contribute to a community Has the right to live in the UK Contact Details Sophia.osei@thecharterhouse.org The Clerk to the Brothers The Charterhouse Charterhouse Square London EC1M 6AN 020…
…support each other in a safe and secure environment. This project has been made possible through funding support from both Herefordshire County Council and Homes England, along with other charitable…
…for….. Please click here for details of our submission format, tips and design guidance, Patron’s Award design brief and information about previous award recipients. Please send your submissions to admin@almshouses.org…
…the almshouse movement. They offer independent living but provide friendship and support when needed. Analysing up to 100 years’ worth of residents’ records from various almshouses in England, the research…
…11th oldest in England. For 850 years, St John’s Foundation has been changing people’s lives, for good. As one of the UK’s oldest charities, they are proud to serve Bath…
…capacity, all symptomatic individuals in England and Wales and all symptomatic individuals aged five and over across the United Kingdom are eligible for a test for COVID-19. The Department publishes…
…almshouse or the almshouse movement can get in touch with The Almshouse Association at www.almshouses.org and we will put you in touch with your local charity. posted 1st September 2022…
…around them.” For more information, please visit www.ustsc.org.uk See also: Appleby Blue almshouse is spacious and special for everyday folk | RIBAJ Appleby Blue Almshouse by Witherford Watson Mann Architects |…
…and Historic England to provide suitable guidance in this area. The Association is not endorsing Centrica as a preferred partner and so members should also consider whether other energy providers…
…which was established in 1658, is a Registered Provider with Homes England and now has 46 properties at 4 sites in the town. In 2017 they seized the opportunity to…
…social homes lost last year, as over a million households sit on waiting lists” SHELTER 26 Jan 2023 New government figures released today reveal a net loss of 14,100 social homes in England, as demolitions and sales far outstripped the…
…upon arrival Train Station: Tunbridge Wells – 10-minute drive to Mercure Tunbridge Wells Bus Stop: Bus 297 from Railway Station stop D – 11 stops to Mercure Tunbridge Wells Seminar…
…Selective Licensing and would like to discuss it further with the Almshouse Association, please contact ChrisTargowski@almshouses.org To recap on how we got here, please click on the link. Published 25/06/19…
On 23rd January 2019, the Almshouse Association met with a Government representative regarding the issue of Selective Licensing – see also our news item https://www.almshouses.org/news/selective-licencing/ As a result of the meeting, the Almshouse…
…risk Value for Money. The Almshouse Association has produced a webinar on this topic https://www.almshouses.org/training-seminars/ . B. Operational risks – existing stock and service delivery Existing stock quality. Failure to…
…Part-time working with hours subject to negotiation for the right person Closing Date: Ongoing For an application form or informal chat please contact: Lynne Jardine (Clerk) clerk@guildhallfeoffmenttrust.org.uk Tel 07766 030505…
This Rural Housing Week is likely to be dominated by the long term impact of the Coronavirus pandemic. Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) recently discussed how a fall…
…apply to Registered Providers’ weekly maintenance charges, non-registered provider almshouse charities may want to use the information for information/ guidance purposes. Please also see our guidance here: https://www.almshouses.org/news/wmc-specimen-outline-budget-2024/ posted 4…
…Prince’s Trust and has won 17 caps playing for the England cerebral palsy football team. The Duke then went on to see the nine fabulous new almshouses built in Winnocks…
…left £100 to buy land for their longer term benefit. Visit https://hamunitedcharities.org.uk/400th-anniversary/ to find out more. Following this, HRH visited two residents’ homes and walked through the award winning gardens…
…every market town and city in England. They identify the value of the architecture, the unique nature of almshouses as charitable enterprises, the drive of philanthropy in establishing them and…
…of your almshouse charity, highlight the benefits of almshouse living and showcase the good work of your trustees and staff, please do get in touch via gerryharmon@almshouses.org. posted February 2023…
…thanks for sending in your story Donna, looks like you all had a fantastic day! To have your almshouse story posted on our website, please email karenmorris@almshouses.org posted 12 September…
…of applying, and would like to know more, or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Clerk by emailing clerk@georgefenthamtrust.org.uk, who will also be able…
…as part of this important piece of research. If you have any queries regarding our research, please get in touch with Jack Baldan via jackbaldan@almshouses.org . Posted 13 Jan 21…
…via jackbaldan@almshouses.org. The consultation is open until 11:45pm on 12 October 2022, however, if you would like to contribute to the Association’s submission, please do so by Friday 30th September…
…to our discussions with you. posted 12 February 2024 The Zoom will take place on 22 February 2024 at 12.30. Please click here to access. Please contact angelawaters@almshouses.org for further…
…would just like a recap on the discussions that took place. If you have any suggestions for future meetings, please do get in touch via jackbaldan@almshouses.org. Posted 25 August 22…
…any suggestions for discussions at future meetings, then please get in touch with Jack Baldan via jackbaldan@almshouses.org. A recording of the session can be found here. Posted 26 May 22…
…your experiences and success stories with this new process. If you have any feedback or suggestions for improvement, please don’t hesitate to reach out to gerryharmon@almshouses.org. Your input will help…
…have been possible without the support from various funders, namely: The Almshouse Association, Homes England, Saffer Cooper Consultancy, The Eveson Charitable Trust, Herefordshire Cathedral, Sandy & Zorica Glen Charitable Trust,…