Assistive technology can play a part in supporting people who live in extra care housing. This summarises the most common applications, gives examples, and tells where to get further information. Factsheet 5

If you’re thinking of moving, the different types of housing on offer can be confusing. This factsheet describes the main housing options open to older people and things to consider before making your choice.

Information and advice about estate agents for people buying or selling a home. Includes contracts, charges, offers, repossesion, surveys, valuations, & legal advice

An explanation of what help may be available & whether you’ll have to pay for it. It includes help at home, as well as residential and nursing care.

Information about Homeshare International, which promotes homesharing, i.e. whereby a householder offers accommodation in exchange for an agreed level of help, such as help with household tasks and/or some financial help

Expllanation of what Home Improvement Agencies do, why they’re needed, and how they’re funded

Promotes the need for fresh thinking about older peoples housing needs, in view of the growth in owner occupation and the links between health and housing etc. Older people should be actively involved in service planning, and alternatives to reidential ca

If you’re looking for some help to stay independent in your own home, there are services, gadgets and equipment that you might benefit from.