What we do
We care for architects, assistants, technologists and landscape architects and their dependants - including husbands, wives, partners, widows, widowers and children.
Because nobody is immune to misfortune, we don't have age restrictions. Each applicant is assessed according to need by our Case Committee and decisions are made quickly and in confidence.
Help falls into four main areas:
- Monthly grants for people needing regular financial help - for example, someone who is suffering from a debilitating illness and struggling to support his or her family
- Gifts of money or interest-free loans for people facing a temporary financial crisis - for example, needing a new roof or boiler.
- Free, confidential advice on a range of issues. Our trained welfare officers know their way through the state benefits maze and offer guidance on what people are entitled to and how to claim. This service accounts for a large part of our work and helps hundreds of people each year. We always ensure that all available benefits within the state system have been claimed but we can often help with a little extra even when state benefits are being received.
- The Society runs purpose-built sheltered accommodation for elderly people in Chester. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact us.