New blog shares insights on building homes for an ageing population with design and technology

This blog by Susan Kay, Chief Executive at the Dunhill Medical Trust, explores the challenges of creating homes and communities that support an ageing population.

This blog explores the challenges of ensuring that homes and communities are suitable for an ageing population. It highlights the importance of creating spaces that promote independence, well-being, and multi-generational connections.

Susan shares a personal story of planning a "forever home," emphasising the need for future-proof housing, before discussing initiatives like the HAPPI principles and TAPPI programme, which incorporate design and technology to support older people.

Read on for an exciting announcement and to find out more about how these principles can shape housing to meet the needs of an ageing society and the importance of community-driven solutions for the future.

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Susan spoke and co-chaired the afternoon Sector Showcases at the Housing LIN Festival of Ideas on Age-friendly Homes and Connected Communities on Wednesday, 26 March 2025 in London.