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Website: Important changes coming into effect

…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…

Tiverton Almshouses Celebrate

…and a celebratory cake at each event which was cut by the residents who had lived at each almshouse site the longest helped by John Pulford, Chair of the Charity….

The Times reports on the almshouse boom

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…

The Great Hospital, Norwich

…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…

The Almshouse Association is 75 years old!

…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…

St John's open 15 new almshouses

…over 60. Work begun to convert the site, which used to be staff accommodation for the Wessex Hotel, in March 2021. 108 Colebrook Street was also renovated as part of…

Southwark's Appleby Blue Almshouses

…Appleby Blue occupies a site previously occupied by a care home, which had fallen into disrepair and was no longer fit for purpose. It is the off-site social housing provision…

Solar Farm Opportunities

…the land: the amount of land you would be looking to lease out any existing energy solutions on the site (solar, windmills etc) a company name that you trade under (likely just your charity name) who…

Social Media Use

…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…

Secrets of Essex almshouses

…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…

Rules on holding AGMs and other meetings

…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…

Risk Assessment online training

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…

Richard Bigg Almshouse - Hurst, Berkshire

…commercial washer and dryer. There is onsite parking. There are six other cottages on the site. The village shop and post office are a five-minute walk and a bus service…

Read all about it!

…– 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…

Policy & Governance update: September 20

…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…

Policy & Governance update: July/August 20

…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…

Policy & Governance: latest developments

online or by telephone Reporting serious incidents to the Charity Commission Keeping people safe It is also worth noting that the Charity Commission’s contact centre remains open Mon – Fri,…

Policy & Governance: 31.08.21 update

…groups will need to complete an eligibility checker on the Community Led Homes website. If eligible, groups will be emailed an online grant application form. Wales A new standard for…

P&G update: 31.10.22

…questions and comfort breaks. The interview can be in person or online and will include questions on: personal experiences of loneliness role of technology in measuring loneliness preferences for data…

P&G update: 30.05.22

…spread the cost of a TV licence, these include monthly or quarterly direct debits, or a TV Licensing payment card (which enables customers to pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly online,…

P&G update: 27.09.23

…full details Step forward to online Lasting Power of Attorney The most vulnerable in society will be better protected as reforms to simplify and streamline lasting powers of attorney are…

P&G update: 14.11.22

…is a new way for trustees and charity contacts to access the Charity Commission’s online services. It can also be used by other people you have authorised, such as your…

P&G update: 04.04.22

…For example, you will need to ensure that your governing documents allow for online meetings if you have found these to be more convenient during the pandemic. Charity Commission guidance…

Overnight visitors

…real issue for almshouse trustees. Of overriding importance is knowing who is on site overnight in case of emergency. Imagine two scenarios: a fire alarm is triggered, evacuation of permanent…

Northam Charities mark 600 years of giving

…Two blue plaques have been erected in Appledore and Northam, on the site of former almshouses to mark the 600th anniversary of charitable giving in Northam Parish. The ‘Northam Charities’…

New Windows for Latham almshouses

…window manufactures who supplied hardwood windows with sliding sash windows. He also contacted the local council to arrange a meeting on site with one of their building inspectors to discuss…

New online courses available

The Almshouse Association is pleased to announce that we have added three new online training courses to our website course library. With many of us are working from home, you…

New almshouses for veterans

…him to think about his next steps. He’s one of the first residents to move into the Trust’s new North Farm site, a redundant farmyard which has been transformed into…

New Almshouse Research published

…highlights the challenges the sector faces going forward. The Smith Institute and The Almshouse Association hosted an online event on 11th October 2022 to mark the launch of a new…

More New Homes Completed

…and after many years, seen our plans to futureproof housing in our Village come to fruition. I’d like to thank all the contractors who worked on the site for doing…