All our futures…Housing for ageing

In the Spring of 2015 leading figures from the housing and ageing sectors came together at a summit to map out the actions required to address the critical issue of housing for an ageing population. This report summarises the key messages that emerged fro

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Commissioning an Extra Care Scheme from Social Services’ Perspective – Leicester City Council – from needs analysis to start on site

Case Study 24 describes the process that Leicester City Council and its partners, Hanover Housing Association, went through to achieve success in its bid to the Department of Health Extra Care Fund and the Housing Corporation for capital grants.

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Older homeowners’ guide

If you find it difficult to manage stairs or steps, use the bathroom, or bend and stretch to reach kitchen equipment, you could consider adapting your home to better meet your needs. This could mean a straightforward change like installing a ramp or hand

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Home improvements and repairs (Factsheet 67)

This factsheet provides information about the help you can get if your home is in a poor condition or unsuitable for your needs. It includes information on the financial assistance and practical support available to help you make improvements, as well

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