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.
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.
Action needed on housing with many homes still failing basic standards
Number of households occupied by over 65s has increased dramatically, by 20% since 2008, with many older people still living in homes deemed hazardous, in disrepair, or too cold.
Homes that help: A personal and professional perspective on home adaptations
This report summarises the findings of a primary research project exploring the lived experiences of individuals who use home adaptations, and practitioners who work alongside them.
