Housing Options: Different types of housing to suit your needs

Many of us find that as we get older we start to think more about where we live. Do you want to stay where you are, but could do with some support to make life easier? Would repairs or adaptations make it more comfortable? Perhaps you’re thinking about mo

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Use of Housing Equity for Beginners: A self training module

This self training module is for people who want to understand the basic ideas behind use of housing equity in later life and the main types of equity release schemes. It is aimed at: – older people & their families – volunteers who work with older

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Informing the business case for a FreeSpace model

FreeSpace aims to create a revenue stream by renovating and renting out an older person’s home. The Council pays for the renovations and manages the letting – usually renting it to family in the borough who are in temporary accommodation. The income gener

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Helping older people choose the right home for them: An introduction to the costs and benefits of providing advice and support

Outlines five models of support and advice offered to older people which help them consider where they want to live and implement their choices. Models are: 1. Crossroads Care’s Homeshare service 2. Redbridge Council’s ‘Free Space’ 3. FirstStop’s l

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Homeshare – Good Practice Guide 2011

the key facts for policy-makers – how might the UK unlock the potential for Homeshare to become mainstream? The key facts for commissioners to help ordinary people to contribute . A detailed guide for those developing and implementing Homesare. Practice e

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