Most people want to live independently and safely in their own home for as long as possible – but as you become older, you might start to need help with things you used to be able to manage for yourself. There may be care, support, equipment or minor

– Help with making appropriate housing choices together – What help is available if you decide it is best for the person you care for to stay at home including: – What can help to support people to live independently – How to make the home safe and hea

This factsheet gives information about housing intended specifically for older people, usually aimed at those over 55 or 60. Specialist housing for older people comes in many different forms and we cannot cover all of these here. However, a common model i

Many older people consider releasing equity in their property in order to improve their financial situation; this factsheet helps to identify the various options available and important things to consider before making such an arrangement.

A guide to 150 housing developments designed for older people and described by their developers / managers as Retirement Villages.

This updated brochure, previously titled ‘A fresh approach to later life’, explains how EAC FirstStop Advice helped many thousands of older people and families to explore their housing and care options and to find and fund the accommodation or services th

An introduction to services that can help older people live more comfortably or independently at home, and the options available to those who decide to move in later life. It is written for older people who rent their current homes as well as those who ar

A brief guide to the main sources of help, including benefits, loans, grants and the Social Fund.