Good homes in which to grow old?: the role of councils in meeting the housing challenge of an ageing population

Author:
LOCAL GOVERNMENT GROUP
Publisher:
Local Government Group
Publication year:
2010
Pagination:
33p.
Place of publication:
London

Older people want to remain independent and get on with their lives. Many will want to continue to make a contribution to their communities and their families, and for some to continue working. Housing, and housing services, often make the difference between being able to remain active and independent and becoming isolated from their family, friends and communities. This publication highlights the role that councils play in addressing the housing needs of our ageing society. It identifies how housing can contribute to better service integration, better outcomes for older people and greater efficiency. In a period of austerity, it is suggested that addressing the housing needs of older people can substantially reduce the demand for, and cost of, health and social care. The paper also identify how central and local government can work together to devolve, simplify and rationalise the housing and planning framework in order for councils to have the freedom and autonomy to develop housing strategies that meet the needs of older people, now and in the future. Short case studies are included throughout.

Subject terms:
housing, integrated services, joint working, local authorities, needs, older people, planning, central government, communities;
Content type:
practice guidance
Location(s):
United Kingdom
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