A new guide for housing adaptations calls for a better understanding of the needs of people with autism and/or learning disabilities in housing adaptations and the system-wide cost benefits.
Welcome to this week’s HLINks, the Housing LIN’s weekly update, week ending 16 April 2021 in which we feature the sector’s key news, views and essential resources through the lens of housing and ageing.
New research reveals a lack of awareness of the prevalence of dementia, and a deep-rooted reluctance to think and talk about it. The practical guide seeks to help people start these important conversations, so that families can proactively plan for dementia and ensure anyone who does develop it can still lead a fulfilling life.
A cross-industry steering group and research report has highlighted a significant disparity between public perception and actual offering at retirement housing schemes, as well as identifying clear issues with language and missed opportunities by the retirement housing sector’s marketing approach.
This research looks at the experiences of co-operative and community-led housing schemes across Wales during the pandemic. It reveals how schemes have provided a supportive, safe environment for people through these unprecedented times.
We are delighted to announce that Look Ahead have joined the Housing LIN's family of sponsors. Look Ahead supports thousands of people across London and the South East with a diverse range of needs, including people who are homeless and/or have mental health needs.
Welcome to this week’s HLINks, the Housing LIN’s weekly update, week ending 9 April 2021 in which we feature the sector’s key news, views and essential resources through the lens of housing and ageing.
Design for Homes reveal that 9 of the 64 developments shortlisted for the year’s Housing Design Awards are specifically age-designated schemes with a further 5 incorporating housing for older people as part of their plans.