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.
Strategies for older people’s housing must focus on general needs
When thinking about the issues that are important in housing for older people, we should also think about improving the suitability of housing to meet people's needs as we age.
Response to the Communities and Local Government Committee’s report on Housing for Older People
Today’s call to create a national strategy for housing for older people is hugely welcome and represents a significant step towards responding to a society where more people are living longer.
