The coming demographic shift will have significant implications for the housing market, with a growing need for age-appropriate housing options that meet their needs and requirements. This report draws extensively on survey findings to provide compre

The study, funded by the NIHR School for Social Care, delves into various extra care housing models and their potential to enhance the wellbeing of individuals living with dementia. This Housing LIN Viewpoint (No. 107): – Outlines what the project se

The market for independent and assisted living with onsite care provision continues to be an increasingly attractive option for older people as an alternative to long term care. The demand for homes in IRCs (Integrated Retirement Communities) has been bui

“Right-sizing” to a more accessible, manageable, energy-efficient home may be the perfect answer for a lot of us in older age. But what if you cannot afford to buy outright, yet have little chance of getting a rented apartment from a social housing pro

Over the past five years, there’s been a 13.5% increase in English local authorities that have adopted planning policies and site allocations for seniors housing. Whilst this is significant progress, the figure also masks several regressions in the dat

Over the past decade, Integrated Retirement Communities have become the UK’s predominant form of senior living provision. But delivery remains low. This report charts the state of the market from both investor and consumer perspectives.

Demographics and affluence are only one part of understanding the housing needs for later life. To understand older people’s wants and needs, and to find the best locations to meet them, we need to truly understand them as customers. What type of accommod