Housing for older people in Wales: a sector review of sheltered housing

Author:
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY. Institute of Public Care
Publisher:
Oxford Brookes University. Institute of Public Care
Publication year:
2017
Pagination:
13
Place of publication:
Oxford

This report explores the current position of sheltered housing in Wales and recommends how providers and local authorities could better realise its potential to ensure it contributes to the delivery of outcomes for older people. It draws on the views of a small number of providers and commissioners of sheltered housing, gathered in both face-to-face and telephone interviews in 2016. It examines current policy drivers and the role sheltered housing is perceived to play within the wider housing and care agenda. It also looks at the current market, including types of providers and levels of supply and the opportunities that could be considered in the future. It highlights the need for a strategic approach to the commissioning and delivery of sheltered housing that is age friendly, enables care and support to be provided, and supports the wider health, housing and social care agendas. The final section looks at the implications for local authorities and providers of sheltered housing. (Edited publisher abstract)

Subject terms:
sheltered housing, older people, local authorities, commissioning, building design;
Content type:
research review
Location(s):
Wales
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