The issue of care and support for the elderly is high on the political agenda. This volume makes a valuable contribution to the debate about how this provision could be funded. In the chapters that follow, there is thorough analysis of the issues and,

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.

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

This is aimed at home owners who would like to have a regular income, a cash lump sum or both. It explains how equity release scheme could do this, how they work & the risks, and how money might be raised in other ways.

Report investigating the current system of equity release and possible developments in the future.

Considers issues to be taken into account by anyone considering releasing equity from their home.

This factsheet provides information about different types of equity release, such as lifetime mortgages and home reversion plans. It includes information on: ⚫ what to consider before deciding on a particular product ⚫ equity release regulations and saf