This survey is conducted by the national housing and care charity EAC (Elderly Accommodation Counsel) and forms part of a wider programme of work through our Later Life Research programme aimed at better understanding the financial needs and aspirations of older people and how they value products and services to deal with these.

A Resident Consultation Service which engages residents of all forms of housing for later life via a stimulating card game. The reports to housing providers give clear feedback of how residents view their facilities and services.

Case Study 31 describes an innovative approach to obtaining the views of people approaching retirement about their future housing and accommodation needs.