Home is where most people want to be in later life and 80% of homeowners aged 65 and over wish to stay where they are. Homes are important for health and wellbeing – home adaptations can delay a move into residential care by four years.
National scandal of poor housing for over-55s revealed in new report
New report from the Centre for Ageing Better and Care & Repair England has found that over two million over-55s are living in a home that endangers their health or wellbeing.
Non-decent homes and later life in England: Headline statistics
New report from Ageing Better and Care & Repair England finds that 10 million people across England are set to spend winter in homes that don’t meet the government's basic standard of decency.
Home truths: Housing options and advice for people in later life
This report demonstrates the need for understanding the local context and speaking to local communities when developing information and advice services.
We must do more for the growing demographic of older renters
A recent government report found 27% of privately rented homes are considered non-decent, meaning that it could be a health risk to occupants and lacks many basic provisions.
