Blog
David Orr
19 Aug 2021
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The Good Home Inquiry was established to look at the poor quality of our homes, to consider the consequences, and to explore what needs to be done to put things right. It was crucial that real people were at the centre.
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With over four million poor-quality homes in England, over half of which are lived in by older people, this new research finds that local hubs have been backed by the public as a way to help address poor housing.
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Digital connectivity has become an essential part of what makes a good home, but many people are still missing out on the benefits.
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Despite it being one of the easiest ways to build physical activity into daily life, people in mid and later life are less likely to participate in active travel than younger age groups.
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New report finds that lack of cycle and footpaths, personal safety concerns, and declining health are key barriers to people in their 50s and 60s walking or cycling as a means of travel.
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Around 50% of Torbay’s population is over the age of 50. This makes it especially important to have a platform for older members so that their area can be a better place to grow old in.
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Current research tells us that media depictions of ageing and older people are largely negative. It’s time we challenged these ageist portrayals.
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Carole, who has had an extensive career in the voluntary sector, will be staying on as Chief Executive for the next year.
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