…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…
…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…
…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…
…their residents. Further reading: Providing a safe haven over the centuries | (almshouses.org) | November 22 Almshouses in Wiltshire Life: Centuries of supporting independence | | October 22 December 2022…
…properties for the future. To that end, last year was a milestone year for the charity, with the Board of Trustees agreeing to explore renovation works for the city’s Almshouses….
…charities own property do vary. Unincorporated Charities With an unincorporated charity (where the charity does not in itself have a separate legal status) the owners of the charity property are…
…this might sound counter-intuitive at first sight, it does make sense as old walls also accumulate and store some heat (thermal mass) keeping the core of the walls warmer than…
…Rev James Palmer founded almshouses in Palmer’s Passage for six poor old men and six poor old women together with a school for the education of twenty boys. He also…
…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…
…one off discount. If their supplier provides them with both gas and electricity, some suppliers will allow the resident to use their discount on the gas instead. The scheme does…
…The charity does not have any employees and day to day management has been delegated to Tai Tarian and is carried out in accordance with a Management Agreement for which…
…delivered by the Government to help frontline delivery organisations with the increased cost of living. How does it work? The Scheme’s eligibility checker may be used to check on eligibility…
…information on the Affordable Housing Commission can be found at www.affordablehousingcommission.org. 05/04/19 Update 12/04/19 Since submitting our evidence on 05/04/19, the Affordable Housing Commission has confirmed receipt of our submission…
…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,…
No doubt you have heard the BBC announcement that anyone aged 75 for over will now be required to pay for their TV licence (unless they receive pension credit). So how does this effect almshouse residents? Firstly,…
…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…
…the present day and the criteria of this almshouse charity is not quite as strict. The only qualifying requirement is for single women from parishes of Castle Rising, North Wootton…
…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…
…Oxfordshire. Sorry no pets Contact Details For further information, or to request an application form please contact the Trust Office on 01635 551530, email office@hartleytrust.org or visit our website www.hartleytrust.org…
…in this period so had no family to support them in old age. The poor scholars were boys selected on merit from local song schools and they received a daily…
…Fairholme – children were welcome, so EJJ does accommodate lots of families. Although I was working single handed in the office, I managed to secure the services of a very…
…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…
…Bosbury, the Trust owns The Bosbury Estate, a small rural estate that provides short to medium term residential accommodation for former service men and women and their families. It supports…
…daily basis by the commitment, dedication and tenacity of our members and the passion they have for their almshouse’s and the residents they support. Throughout 2021, we will be campaigning…
…two of the almshouses, following the demolition of two outbuildings. The works took approximately 12 months. Despite the delaying effects of the pandemic, No.1 was complete and occupied from January…
…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 purpose of the charity to helping both men and women, with a single Hospital able to accommodate up to 20 individuals. During the late 18th / early 19th century…
…that almshouse living is beneficial for residents. The results from this study demonstrate that the community spirit provided by almshouses does in fact result in longer life expectancy. These findings…
…John’s works with. Within the Abbey, over 600 guests gathered for a Service of Celebration that paid tribute to the history and impactful legacy of St John’s Foundation over the…
…actions we can, to help victims of this terrible conflict.” The trips have been organised by Ina, who is from Ukraine and works at St John’s and lives in Southampton….
…Cook and chair of trustees Roger Bright. “I want to acknowledge the brilliant work St John’s does both here in their almshouses and also through their community-facing services.” Nigel Atkinson,…
…daily figures including the number of COVID-19 tests undertaken but with the exception of whole care home testing, does not record the residence type of those tested.” The Almshouse Association…
…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…
…the city. Community The resident support model for the almshouse is integral to the physical environment and place. The team works closely with the Appleby Blue Centre Manager to create…
…types of developments. Interested members can provide the above information to Jack Baldan via admin@almshouses.org or alternatively can get in touch with Simon Jobson via simon.jobson@centrica.com. Posted 24 April 22…
…apply, and what to consider if issues arise. The guidance: makes clear that the regulator does not expect that every charity will involve trustees in the day-to-day running of the…
…comes to social housing. We lose far more homes than we build every year and the losses are mounting up. The social housing deficit is at the heart of the housing emergency.” “The fundamental lack of genuinely affordable homes has pushed millions of people into insecure, expensive and often…
…to others. Please contact admin@almshouses.org if you would like further information. Click here to download your reservation form for the Trustees and Clerks Seminar We strongly advise you to book…
On 25th June 2019, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government published the report – ‘An Independent Review of the Use and Effectiveness of Selective Licensing’. The Almshouse Association…
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…
…into contracts with a wide range of third parties, including insurers and maintenance contractors. Whilst this is an effective way to deliver a service it does increase the third party…
…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…
In 1475, William Browne, a rich wool merchant, endowed an almshouse at Stamford for 10 poor men and two poor women together with a Warden and Confrater. The dormitory for…
…many people, young and old, decide to leave the towns and villages where they grew up, for places which are actually affordable. Local businesses lose custom, and these places lose…
…virtual or telephone meetings where physical meetings are not possible. If your charity’s governing document does not allow for this, the Charity Commission suggests amending the document to allow for…