Advice please about living in Almshouse Charities Housing.

My Sister and her husband are moving to the Midlands from Bristol and have been offered a lovely cottage by a Almshouse Charity, however the licence gives no sssurances about a home for life and seems to have many restrictions. I I have spoken to a number of people who are happy living in Aldhousing but all say it is very dependent on having understanding Trustees.

According to statement made by the Almshouse Association Almshouses are generally considered to be homes for life, with care packages being provided through Social Services if and when additional help is required. Yet,they keep being criticised in the political domain for over regulation and for the increasing restrictions they have placed on older people lifestyles and their lack of effort to reduce loneliness ankd feelings of social isolation. From what Imhsve read many of these Charities have made little or no attempt to improve older people quality of life. As anybody able to advise if the these criticisms are justified ? What advise can anybody give me to help as to what my family members can do to ensure it is the right move for them before they sign the license offered? What assurances should they be seeking from three Almshouse Charity. I would be delighted to,hear from anybody long in such accommodation.

Thank you for any guidance