Kendal Almshouses

Age exclusive housing
Several locations, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4SX
Several locations, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4SX

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Kendal Almshouse Charities

Manager's Description

"The Charity’s principal objective is to provide affordable unfurnished homes for those in need, irrespective of gender or social, religious or ethnic background, who reside in the town of Kendal or ..." Show more "The Charity’s principal objective is to provide affordable unfurnished homes for those in need, irrespective of gender or social, religious or ethnic background, who reside in the town of Kendal or neighbouring parishes. Occupiers pay a Weekly Maintenance Contribution, the level of which is government regulated.

The Charity owns and operates 41 almshouses in five locations in or near the centre of Kendal, thus affording easy access to the facilities of the town, but has to meet all the costs of owning, maintaining and repairing these buildings from its own resources. It works closely with Social Services to adapt properties for the benefit of residents wherever possible and also with South Lakeland District Council." Show less

Main Facts

Age exclusive housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
41 bungalows, houses. Built in 1900. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Access to site fairly easy.
This almshouse charity caters for: residents of Kendal and specific surrounding parishes, with preference for those who have resided/worked in Kendal for many years. Both cats & dogs generally accepted.
Housing Authority: Westmorland and Furness
Social Care Authority: Westmorland and Furness

Info updated: 16/05/2025
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Availability

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Managed by

Kendal Almshouse Charities

Memberships
The Almshouse Association: The charity that runs this facility is a member of The Almshouse Association which supports and represents independent almshouse charities across the UK
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