The ABS is a charity which works to help architects, assistants, technologists, technicians, landscape architects and their families, in times of need.  Their support can include providing financial assistance to help members of the architectural profession with limited means to get by in difficult circumstances. They offer confidential support and advice in areas such as health, disability and benefits, and can help towards a range of costs including essential household items and repairs, respite holidays for carers, and even bills in times of particular hardship.

When architects have spoken to us and cited financial hardship we have been able to signpost them to the Society.  This proved effective during the retention fee collection period with a number of registrants requesting the contact details of the Society.  We will continue to maintain contact with the charity and explore further opportunities for joint working, where our respective remits allow.

To read more about the ABS please visit their website at the following link http://www.absnet.org.uk/