APPG Inquiry: Regeneration of Outdated Sheltered Housing
Chaired by Lord Best, this APPG on Housing and Care for Older People’s Inquiry looked at the regeneration outdated sheltered housing.
While the focus of the government’s Older People’s Housing Task Force is primarily on the supply of new, purpose-built retirement housing for an ageing population, this Inquiry looked at how best to regenerate our existing supply of outdated sheltered housing – from modernisation and extensions to repurposing and replacing older stock and service models – for our 21st century expectations.
The Inquiry's report was launched on 23 July 2024 at the House of Lords, calling for urgent upgrades to the estimated 527,000 sheltered housing properties in the UK.
Researched and written by the Housing LIN and funded by Abbeyfield, Abbeyfield South Downs Ltd, Abbeyfield The Dales Ltd and Abbeyfield Wessex Society LTD, the report highlights:
- the need for modern, accessible homes for older residents,
- showcases successful regeneration projects, and
- urges investment in refurbishments, emphasising the health benefits.
Lastly, to accompany the Inquiry report, the Housing LIN has produced a 4-minute animation (opens new window) on regenerating sheltered housing. Taking a look at sheltered housing from the 1960's to what it could look like in the 2030's, it describes types of changes made to schemes through the eyes of 2 sisters as they age and how - over the years - sheltered housing met their grandparents' requirements, then their parents' needs and now their own future aspirations.
This APPG is grateful to