The Charterhouse
Charterhouse Square, Clerkenwell, London, EC1M 6AN
Charterhouse Square, Clerkenwell, London, EC1M 6AN
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"An almshouse is a housing charity. At the Charterhouse we provide a home and care for single people who are over 60 years old, who are in financial and social need and who are capable of living indepe..." Show more "An almshouse is a housing charity. At the Charterhouse we provide a home and care for single people who are over 60 years old, who are in financial and social need and who are capable of living independently.What makes us unusual is that we live as a community. The charity’s beneficiaries live in private flats. They are free to come and go as they please, eating out, taking advantage of local cultural venues and going on holiday. However they eat most of their meals in the historic 16th century Great Hall, often joined by members of staff and get involved in community activities like book club and keep fit sessions.
There is a monthly maintenance contribution paid by residents, rather than rent. To see full entry criteria see the website: www.thecharterhouse.org. Pets not accepted." Show less
Main Facts
Housing-with-care / Close care housing
Tenure(s): Licence
Care provider: The Charterhouse
40 flats. Built in 1611 and renovated in 1945. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom.
Almshouses scheme with (24 hours)Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Library, Chapel
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: post office 300 yards; town centre 1 mile(s); GP 300 yards.
This almshouse charity caters for: single men and women in housing, financial or social need. Social activities include: lectures, music, and visits, organised by Clerk to the Brothers. Meal(s) available (all meals available - residents meals served in the Great Hall). New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Islington
Social Care Authority: Islington
Info updated: 30/05/2018
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