As far back as 1869, Almshouse flats have provided accommodation for single people and couples in Nechells. Elizabeth and Emma James provided the land and, more than 150 years later, The James Charities continues to prosper and make homes available. Many improvements have been made to modernise existing flats and build new ones, ensuring residents are afforded high standard, secure accommodation.

Those accommodated in Almshouses should be able to live independently, which the majority of residents are able to do into advanced age. While we cannot provide personal or nursing care, we can provide the support necessary to make things easier.

Residents benefit from emergency pull-cords connected to a 24-hour response service and a General Manager on site five days a week.