Refurbishment Updates

Alexander House - A Fresh New Look

August 2026 update:

Alexander House Marks its 40th Birthday with a Community Celebration and Fundraising Appeal

Alexander House is celebrating a remarkable milestone as it marks its 40th birthday, providing an opportunity for local residents, supporters, and friends to come together and celebrate four decades of community service. 

Established in 1986, Alexander House has been a familiar and valued part of village life, supporting wellbeing, independence, and social connection for people across the local area. Today, the building is entering a new chapter as a community-focused hub dedicated to supporting older adults, veterans, people with disabilities, and other members of the community. 

To commemorate the anniversary, supporters are being encouraged to take part in a series of fundraising activities designed to help secure the future of Alexander House and support its ongoing development. Planned ideas include community celebrations, sponsored challenges, raffles, coffee mornings, and opportunities for local businesses and residents to become part of the organisation's growing network of supporters. 

The anniversary comes at an exciting time for Alexander House, following its return to the local community and continued efforts to transform the building into a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for local people. Directors, friends, volunteers, partner organisations, and supporters are working together to ensure the hub remains a valuable asset for generations to come. 

A spokesperson for Alexander House said: 

"Reaching 40 years is an incredible achievement and a testament to all those who have supported Alexander House over the decades. As we celebrate this special birthday, we are also looking to the future. Every donation, fundraising event, and act of support helps us continue our mission of serving the community and creating opportunities for people to connect, thrive, and feel supported." 

Residents, businesses, and community groups are invited to join the celebrations and help raise much-needed funds. Whether by attending events, donating prizes, volunteering time, or making a financial contribution, supporters can play a vital role in ensuring Alexander House continues to make a positive difference in the local community. 

As Alexander House celebrates 40 years of service, the message is simple: honour the past, celebrate the present, and help build a brighter future for the community it has proudly served since 1986. 

Please contact Anne if you have any ideas or would like to help with the celebrations. annedonmarshall@hotmail.co.uk

July 2026 update:

We're Almost Ready to Welcome You!

The hallway carpets have been cleaned, the community room has been commissioned for our exciting programme of events, the coffee machine is fully stocked, the grounds and gardens are looking healthy, and all accommodation rooms now have their final snagging lists inplace.

We are almost ready! 

If you would like to have a look around the building, please contact Manager.Alexanderhouse.Bootle@outlook.com

Community Room Hire

Thinking of running a small community event? 

Our community room comfortably seats up to 20 people and includes access to a hot drinks machine, making it an ideal space for meetings, workshops, training sessions and community activities. 

We also have several smaller rooms available, perfect for one-to-one meetings, support sessions, interviews and small groups of 4–6 people. 

All rooms are available at a small, reasonable hire charge. 

Help Us Complete the Final Improvements

Whilst we have made fantastic progress, we are still seeking funding for some final improvements. The accommodation flooring requires replacement, and several shower room floors would benefit from a refresh. 

We are also pleased to share that our community hub toilet, located just inside the front entrance, is now in its final stages of completion. 

Can You Help?

Every donation, no matter how small, will make a real difference. Your support will help us complete these final improvements and create a safe, welcoming and comfortable environment for future residents as they move into their forever homes. 

Perhaps you are a local business, community group, organisation or individual who would like to sponsor a resident's room and help us complete the refresh to a high-quality standard. Your support could directly contribute to creating a comfortable, dignified and welcoming home for someone in our community. 

We are always keen to hear from people who would like to volunteer their skills, experience and enthusiasm. Whether it's practical support, gardening, decorating, helping at community activities or supporting events, your contribution can be just as valuable as a financial donation. 

To Make a Donation, Sponsor a Room or Volunteer

To discuss sponsoring a room, making a donation, volunteering, or offering support, please contact our Fundraising and Community Director, Anne Marshall, via: Manager.Alexanderhouse.Bootle@outlook.com 

❤️ Every pound donated, every room sponsored, every hour volunteered and every act of kindness brings us one step closer to opening Alexander House, welcoming local community groups, and supporting future residents into their forever homes.

Thank you for helping us make a lasting difference in our community.

April 2026 update: 

Alexander House continues to make steady progress towards opening as a Community Care Hub. Key preparatory work is underway, including completion of an approved CSEP application, which has now been authorised to enable specialist compliance and operational support in the lead‑up to opening.

Building readiness work is progressing, with a Fire Risk Assessment scheduled and all required evidence prepared and held on site, demonstrating a proactive approach to safety and regulatory compliance. An up‑to‑date inventory for Alexander House has also been compiled to support asset management and operational planning. 

In parallel, the directors have confirmed orders for essential furnishings, including specialist seating to support future residents and hub users, aligned with the anticipated opening timetable.  Directors are also actively progressing funding activity, responding to follow‑up questions from grant funders and continuing community engagement through Friends of Alexander House and local supporters.

Overall, Alexander House remains focused on ensuring the building is safe, compliant, and financially sustainable ahead of opening, with strong governance and constructive engagement with partners and funders.

March 2026 update:

Work is continuing at Alexander House, Bootle as we move forward with plans to develop the building into a safe, welcoming and accessible community space.

Over recent months, a range of essential improvements have been taking place to ensure the building meets modern safety standards and can support future community use. This work is an important step in bringing Alexander House back into active use for local people.

What’s Been Happening

The current phase of work has focused on preparation and safety, including:

• Detailed assessments of the building to meet current Building Control and fire safety requirements
• Planning improvements to accessibility, including facilities on the ground floor
• Upgrading utilities and internal layouts to support future activities
• Careful review of kitchen facilities to ensure they are safe, compliant and suitable for community use.

These works are laying the foundations for the next stages of refurbishment and fit‑out.

Alongside physical works, we have been actively securing funding to support the project. Grant applications are progressing well, and recent awards and community fundraising have helped cover essential costs.

Strong financial planning and governance are in place to ensure all funding is used responsibly and in line with our long‑term vision for Alexander House.

We are working closely with architects, contractors, funders and local authorities to make sure all improvements meet required standards and reflect community needs. This collaborative approach helps ensure Alexander House will be safe, inclusive and sustainable for years to come.

What’s Next

The next stage will focus on completing key building works and preparing the space for community activities. As progress continues, we will share further updates on timelines and opportunities to get involved.

Thank you for your continued support and interest in Alexander House.
We are excited about the future of the building and the positive role it will play in the Bootle community.

January 2026 update:

We’re delighted to share that Alexander House is undergoing a thoughtful refresh, bringing new energy and warmth to our community space. The updates will enhance comfort, accessibility, and well-being, creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and supported.

This renewal reflects our ongoing commitment to dignity, connection, and high‑quality care, and it celebrates the heritage and community spirit that make Alexander House so special.

Thanks to the continued support of our partners and volunteers, we are making steady progress with our improvement works. Volunteer painters are currently refreshing the interior walls, creating a brighter, more welcoming environment for everyone who uses the building.

Looking ahead, we are preparing for essential external rendering on the south-facing wall, planned for Spring 2026. This work forms a key part of our long‑term maintenance and will help protect the building for years to come.

And great news: we now have a fresh water supply on site, and the heating is on, which makes a huge difference to what our volunteers and contractors can do day to day.