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Design for Homes, the organisers of the National Housing Design Awards (HDA), have announced that 4 8 have been shortlisted for this year’s awards, including a selection of retirement homes/extra care housing developments, supported housing developments, cohousing developments and one shortlisted scheme that specifically refers to some homes for intergenerational living.

Ahead of joining our HAPPI Hour webinar on Thursday, 22 May 2025 to coincide with Dementia Action Week, Bournemouth University are seeking housing professionals to take part in a research project on dementia and the housing workforce.

This blog by Professor Tine Buffel explores the pressing issues of urban ageing and spatial justice, inspired by the Housing LIN’s Festival of Ideas conference in Leeds.

Historic England have published advice on how the heritage significance of almshouses can be conserved as proposals for upgrading accommodation are developed.

In this week's HLINks newsletter, we’re diving into the latest developments shaping housing and care for older people. There's plenty to catch up on from national policy updates and sector news to new reports and thought-provoking insights from sector leaders!

The Regulator of Social Housing has published a report on the fundamental issues with some lease-based provision of specialised supported housing.

The Housing LIN's Southwest Leadership Set met in St Ives today to determine the group's priorities for the next 12 months on housing an ageing population across the region. With thanks to team Poynton Bradbury Architects for hosting our awayday.

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming series of HAPPI Hour webinars, commencing Tuesday, 6 May 2025 at 4pm.

The Prime Minister has been urged to ensure the upcoming Housing Strategy has a strong focus on addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by our ageing population, in a letter organised by the Housing and Ageing Alliance (HAA).

This blog by Angela Currie, Chief Executive of Hanover Scotland, explores the realities and demands of leading Hanover Scotland amidst a growing affordable housing crisis and an ageing population.