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.
Adapting for ageing: Good practice and innovation in home adaptations
This report identifies the elements of high-quality and innovative practice in the provision of home adaptations for older people. It highlights practical examples of local areas that are organising and delivering adaptations effectively.
Innovative approaches to home adaptations help people live in their homes for longer
Our latest research highlights how councils and service providers are working to help local people live in their homes for longer through home adaptations.
Rightsizing: Lack of suitable homes sees older people staying put until a crisis
Local authorities, planners and developers need to shift their focus to 'rightsizing' by delivering better, diverse housing options that are accessible to everyone, regardless of age.
Room to improve: innovation and good practice in housing adaptations conference
This conference launched our latest report: Adapting for Ageing. We were delighted to welcome special guest: Nick Knowles, who hosted a panel discussion on home adaptations.