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"The data revealed 77% of older households with a person aged above 55 live in pre-1980 housing not built to modern accessibility standards, and half of households in England with a person aged 55 who need an adaptation currently do not have one." While quoting research BRE carried out on behalf of the Centre for Ageing Better, THIIS Magazine discusses the need for minimum housing accessibility standards in new homes. 📄 Read full report conducted by BRE for the Centre for Ageing Better, finding fixing England’s dangerous homes would deliver more than £1.5bn in annual health and social care savings: 0https://lnkd.in/e-tfu_ay 📄 Full article by Millie York of British Healthcare Trades Association: https://lnkd.in/ev8Z5BEU Habinteg Housing Association Carole Easton Christina McGill #netzero #builtenvironment #housing #homes

Q: Why does older people's housing matter? A: Low awareness of the benefits of OPH/LLH Not many people know about the benefits of purpose-built OPH/LLH, with on-site care and support, which improves wellbeing and quality of life, reduces the chances of entering long-term care and provides significant cost-benefits to the NHS and local authority adult social care. Numerous studies have set out the health and wellbeing benefits. Those that show an interest in OPH/LLH can be put off by the costs and complexity, for example of the home buying and selling process. Only 6% of over 65s live in service-led housing with support (supported living) and 0.6% live in assisted living, which is almost 10 times less than in more mature OPH/LLH markets such as the USA and Australia, where over 5% of over 65s live in service-led housing with care (assisted living). For solutions, see #OPHTreport

Interesting research just released by the Housing Agency , with input from #TallaghtUniversityHospital and #AgefriendlyIreland - clearly establishes the link between housing conditions and health outcomes for older people . In short, this research shows poor housing has a disproportionate impact on older people’s health - biggest issues are cold and falls risk. Report shows that poor housing has a real cost in terms of increased hospitalisation and patient’s discharge from hospitals to home for recovery or rehab is also affected . The report estimates the health impact of poor housing on the care of older people at €1.25 billion annually just in Ireland.. The full report is available on the HAFH website , https://lnkd.in/ehNBNSct . La Casa is developing software and digital technology to help older people live at home and maintain health autonomy and independence using predictive analysis #aginginplace#digitalheath#integratedcare

Conversations around a unique housing model called home-sharing/co-housing are set to reignite the exploration of intergenerational living right here in Australia with a free webinar on Wednesday highlighting one aged care provider's new project. https://lnkd.in/gbYxwGbP

"At the current rate, it would take 44 years to build sufficient homes to meet the existing needs of 1.8 million people in England who currently need an accessible or adaptable home – never mind the growing number of people over that time period who would come to require an accessible home." Two years ago, the government announced plans to require new homes to have entrance level step-free access and other accessibility features as a minimum requirement. Centre for Ageing Better research reveals just 82,000 accessible homes were built in this time, despite the potential for an additional 250,000. New BRE research conducted on behalf of the Centre for Ageing Better reveals the scale of the growing unmet need for accessible housing: - Over five million households in England containing an adult aged 55 or over report having a long-term illness or disability (44%). - The majority of older households with a person aged above 55 (77%) live in pre-1980 housing not built to modern accessibility standards. - Half (49%) of households in England with a person aged 55 requiring an adaptation currently do not have one. Read more by Jon Land of HQN: https://lnkd.in/eKwpBHcG #housing #builtenvironment

Insightful blog written by David Done OBE, Specialist Advisor for Centre for Ageing Better. David discusses how transforming housing can significantly improve the quality of life for older adults, a demographic increasingly affected by poor housing conditions due to the growing aging population. He highlights that improving housing not only benefits the elderly but also alleviates pressure on health and social care systems, boosts the economy, and enhances environmental outcomes. Read the full blog below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eSxHkMf9

We’re announcing a change to the way some of our sectors operate. Previously, we’ve had separate sectors for Housing, and for Aged Care & Seniors Living. With some events and trends that have been occurring in these industries (Royal Commissions in both Aged Care and NDIS, changes in funding and legislative structures), we’re seeing less black and white between them. We’re also seeing more innovation: apartments that enable care (Class 9C), aged care beds that are designed to health facility standards, NDIS providers taking on off-the-plan accessible housing. What we’re establishing is an amalgamated sector called ‘Living’. We’re not straying away from our company mission to cover boutique residential projects – rather, we’re combining our strategic efforts to deliver good housing that supports the innovations found in the in-between. The Living sector will cover a broad range including aged care, seniors living, NDIS and supportive social housing, homelessness and short-term accommodation – and be led by our Sector Leads Jonathan Chew and Millicent Lupton, with support from our executive team that includes Andrew Masters, Simon Phillips and Robert Johnson. Get in touch for an updated capability statement or to discuss how we can help you if you’re in any of these spaces. 

What Do We All Have in Common? 🤔 We’re aging 💡 The average age we are living to in the UK is 81. Living longer is great news as it means we get to spend more time with those we love. But quality of life is also important, because people are living longer, they may face various health and mobility challenges that can make daily tasks more difficult. Consider this: Many homes aren't designed to accommodate the needs of an aging population. Steep stairs, slippery floors, baths, and hard-to-reach cabinets, can make an ordinary living space a dangerous obstacle course for many. Assisted living can provide the support needed to maintain a good quality of life, offering personalised care and services to help seniors stay independent and active while ensuring their safety and well-being. There is so much technology out there, but not enough information or knowledge about the products This is where we come in 🦹🙌 we have adapted over 7000 homes, changing lives for the better is what we do! If you would like more information on this, please visit our website or drop me a message, the UPS team are always happy to help #AssistedLiving #SmartHome #IndependentLiving #DigitalHealth #CaregivingInnovation

New data shows that residents in senior housing live longer and enjoy better health outcomes compared to their peers. However, the research also underscores the urgent need for more affordable housing and care options, as millions of older adults face housing burdens. Milken Institute's recent report suggests innovative solutions like repurposing distressed properties, sustainable capital models, and value-based care partnerships to address these challenges. At SPHERE, our focus extends beyond traditional healthcare infrastructure to the broader built environment. By investing in innovative senior living solutions, we aim to create healthier, more equitable communities for all.

I have read several posts on LinkedIn in recent months applauding the adoption or key milestone of a local or strategic plan. Having reviewed some of these plans in more detail, there is a recognition of an ageing population which is significant in some cases, yet the corresponding policy wording is underwhelming with no teeth to ensure that older peoples housing is delivered over the plan period let alone allocate appropriate sites. In my opinion, whichever government is at the helm at the back end of 2024 MUST get to grips with the housing needs of our ageing population. The benefits to the wider housing market, National Health Service, and our elders in delivering more age-appropriate housing are significant but will not be realised without a national older people’s housing target alongside a clear national policy direction that local authorities must allocate the necessary sites to meet the identified need. This must be the starting point.