The Care Act 2014 set out the framework for the future provision of adult social care. Rge Departtment of Health has now published the Care and Support Statutory Guidance & associated Regulations, which will come into effect on 15 April 2015. Housing a

This report explores the progress of the local housing options services which are currently funded by FirstStop. It analyses their successes and challenges to date. The next phase of the research will look at a sample of the client cases to analyse the po

This study explores information, advice and advocacy services for older people. Services providing information, advice and advocacy are crucially important in promoting older people’s independence. The current context of government initiatives such as L

Shelter and the Joseph Rowntree Foundation asked us to carry out a market assessment of older people’s housing in England: both specialist retirement developments and mainstream housing suitable for people aged 55 and above. In response, this study add

The Cambridge Centre for Housing and Planning Research (CCHPR) is evaluating the FirstStop service. This paper reflects on the achievements of the service between 1st April 2011 and end of March 2012.

This updated brochure, previously titled ‘A fresh approach to later life’, explains how FirstStop Advice can help you explore your housing and care options and how to fund and pay for accommodation or services you need. Sections include Inside FirstSto

Examines the role of HIAs in providing information and advice to their clients about the options and services available so that they can make informed decisions. It provides examples of good practice as well as considering the key issues to be addressed

Gives an overview of the key findings of the Future HIA project carried out by Foundations on behalf of Communities and Local Government (CLG). The Future HIA project aimed to set out a broad agenda for the evolution of the HIA sector to its next level. I