Kelvedon Parish Council

Vacancy at the John Marler Almshouses

News - 12 March 2009

The John Marler Charity dates back to 1419 in the reign of Henry IV, when the will of John Marler established an order to maintain almshouses in Church Street, Kelvedon. The current almshouses, built in 1900, still bear his name.

Today, the charity supports vulnerable elderly people by providing accommodation in the four individual cottages, and maintains them to a high standard. The centrally-heated cottages comprise one bedroom, a sitting room looking onto the south-facing garden, kitchen and modern bathroom with walk-in shower, all on one floor.

There is currently a vacancy at the almshouses and the Trustees are seeking applications from people over 60 who have lived in the area for at least five years, or have close relatives in the area.

For further information contact the Clerk to the Trustees, Angela Carruthers, on 01376 571992 or email ab@carruthers.co.uk.

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