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Changing perceptions: older people fast becoming the renting generation
Greater choice in later life housing is critical if the ageing population is to be able to live independently in their own home for as long as they wish. Choice of tenure is part of that equation, including renting on an assured tenancy in a location of your choosing, writes Gemma Vincent of My Future…
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The future is intergenerational: the impacts and benefits of intergenerational living in retirement
A society that is living longer, writes Charlotte Millions of The Extra Care Trust, brings its own set of challenges, and demands that we adapt and become smarter… making the importance of intergenerational relationships ever more apparent. Intergenerational living is one way in which this can be achieved: the United for All Ages think tank…
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The role of housing in meeting the challenge of dementia
In West Yorkshire, a dedicated task force is building an understanding of older people’s housing and care needs with the aim of keeping them in their own homes for longer, writes Yvonne Castle, CEO of Johnny Johnson Housing
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How intergenerational living can support independence in the home
For many older people, writes Justin Dewhirst of Two Generations, one of their most important wishes is to live in their own home for as long as possible. Sharing their home with a younger person is one way to do just that.
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Solution of the week: home adaptations sooner rather than later
As we age, write ILC UK, most of us are likely to need to adapt our homes to make them easier for us to navigate. Simple adaptations to the home can keep us independent for longer.
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Housing an ageing population: the consumer’s perspective
Tony Watts OBE gave a presentation to a Housing LIN “Festival of Ideas” conference on 27 February, 2023: this is a blog version of that talk.
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Is expecting older people to downsize really such a good move?
On a regular basis the cry goes up: “Older people should downsize to free up their houses for younger families.” However, it’s not quite as straightforward as it’s made out to be.