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The neighbourhood asset mapping of greater Fishponds: a project delivered by BAB community researchers
- Editors:
- MEANS Robin, WOODSPRING Naomi
- Publisher:
- Bristol Ageing Better
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 60
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
This report presents the findings of a neighbourhood asset-mapping by community researchers in one area of Bristol, and includes their reflections on the asset-mapping process itself. The mapping included a range of organisations, clubs and activities where older people might engage, either as participants or volunteers, some of which might not be expressly focused on older people. Assets identified ranged from churches and traditional service providers to bicycling and gardening clubs to cafes to individuals who were seen as important resources in their neighbourhoods. The mapping also identified some of the community deficits, which included poor public transportation, obstacles to walkability, and a basic lack of resources and facilities. An important insight from the asset mapping work was how boundaries of wards and neighbourhood partnership areas are artificial from the point of view of both many community groups and many older people, with older residents accessing various assets across ward and neighbourhood partnership boundaries. (Edited publisher abstract)
Pembrokeshire housing's sheltered housing co-design service review: case study 137
- Authors:
- EDWARDS Keith, BLANLUET Noreen
- Publisher:
- Housing Learning and Improvement Network
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 8
- Place of publication:
- London
A case study of a review of services in five sheltered schemes and three linked semi-sheltered schemes for older people, carried out by Pembrokeshire Housing. Based on co-production principles, the review included full engagement with residents and used their unique expertise as a prerequisite for designing a service that would meet the needs of older people now and in the future. The case study looks at the stages of the co-production process and outlines key learning points. Learning points included being open and honest with residents, which helped develop trust and ensuring co-production is a genuine process. The co-production process also led to the identification of untapped resources among staff and residents. (Edited publisher abstract)
Financial abuse and scams: guidance for councillors, directors, managers and social work practitioners
- Author:
- ASSOCIATION OF DIRECTORS OF ADULT SOCIAL SERVICES
- Publisher:
- Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 14
- Place of publication:
- London
This guide gives some key information on the effects of scams on the continued health and wellbeing of individuals and it is aimed at those working in the adult social care sector. Each year scams cause approximately between £5 and £10 billion worth of detriment to UK consumers. Victims of scams, specifically the elderly and consumers made vulnerable by their circumstances, experience deteriorating health, independence and loss of self-confidence. These give rise to additional financial costs on the health and social care sector which could be prevented through earlier intervention and protection. The inevitable consequences of being a victim are also far more costly in terms of deteriorating health than with pure financial loss. An ageing population, reduced cognitive function in older people and social isolation further exacerbate the risk and impact of financial abuse and scams. The document provides essential advice and tips, designed to help consider responses to the risks of financial abuse associated with scams. They are not exhaustive but suggest areas of specific focus, and comprise: top tips for Councillors; top tips for Safeguarding Adults Boards; top tips for Health & Wellbeing Boards; and top tips for Social Care Practitioners. Three illustrative case studies are included. (Edited publisher abstract)
Focus on...Health and social benefits of co-located primary care services and extra care housing
- Author:
- COMMUNITY HEALTH PARTNERSHIPS
- Publisher:
- Community Health Partnerships
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 2
- Place of publication:
- London
A short paper outlining the health and social benefits of co-located primary care services and extra care housing. The paper explains how, six years since they opened, Milehouse Primary Care Centre and Mill Rise Extra Care Village, purpose built on the same site, provide an innovative example of the benefits of integrated health care facilities with extra care accommodation for older people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Findings from housing with care research: practice examples
- Authors:
- BLOOD Imogen, PANELL Jenny, COPEMAN Ian
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 28p.
- Place of publication:
- York
This report draws together practical examples of ways of working from two reports: “Boundaries of roles and responsibilities in housing with care” and “Affordability, choices and quality of life in housing with care”. It highlights ways of working in different housing with care schemes, drawing on the two studies and considering their implications in very practical terms. The practice guide is aimed at people managing frontline housing with care schemes, commissioners and senior managers in housing organisations, social services and health, and frontline staff, older people and their relatives. The practice guide: identifies five key topics in housing with care which could benefit from improvement; summarises what older people and their relatives say they value in housing with care; and presents practical examples.
Trees Extra Care Housing: Highgate
- Authors:
- NICHOLSON Anne-Marie, WALKER Martin
- Publisher:
- Housing Learning and Improvement Network
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 11p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The ‘Trees’ Extra Care Housing scheme, opened in March 2011, provides 40 apartments for older people in a beautiful site located in Highgate’s Conservation Area. The scheme is the first 100% affordable housing project in this part of Haringey. The building was awarded a prestigious Housing Design Award in July 2011, winning the best ‘Completed HAPPI Scheme’ and was shortlisted for the British Homes Awards 2011 - Lifetime Home of the Year and the House Builder Awards 2011 - Best Design. This case study provides an overview of the development of the 'Trees' Extra Care Housing scheme, the relationships of the partners involved, the planning challenges in producing modern sustainable design in a conservation area, and how the local community were engaged. The project has resulted in a valuable housing and care facility for older people and the local community, meeting a need in the local area that was previously not met. Key learning points from the project are discussed.
Going techno in the house
- Author:
- VALIOS Natalie
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 4.3.10, 2010, pp.32-33.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
North Yorkshire Council has achieved success with its use of assistive technology and telecare in helping older people remain independent. This article looks at the local authorities approach and the benefits to their older residents.
Integrating extra care: partnership working in Staffordshire
- Author:
- EDWARDS Tim
- Publisher:
- DH Care Networks. Housing Learning and Improvement Network
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 5p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This case study looks at the establishment of the first purpose build Extra Care facility in the Borough of Newcastle-under Lyme. Mill Rise provides 60 high quality apartments set within extensive communal facilities and landscaped environment. It is the result of successful joint working by 8 partner organisations, including Staffordshire County Council, Aspire Housing, and Prima, and demonstrates that multi-agency collaboration can provide value for money and improved outcomes for customers. This paper considers the design of Mill Rise, which includes a primary care centre in addition to the extra care complex of 60 apartments. Also described are the extensive communication and involvement with the public though the life of the project, the person-centred approach to developing future services, and the key points learned from involvement in such a complex multidisciplinary project.
Generation game
- Author:
- TAYLOR Amy
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 25.6.09, 2009, pp.16-17.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The strengths of intergenerational work are discussed. A project at the intergenerational arts organisation Magic Me where older people worked with students and children to create a play re-enacting parts of their lives is also highlighted.
Oldest wingers in town
- Author:
- SALE Anabel Unity
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 30.4.09, 2009, p.26, 28.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The Extra Time project aims to encourage older people in England and Wales to take part in physical activity. This article reports on the Norwich Extra Time scheme, operated by the charity Football in the Community, which provides sporting activities to encourage older people to remain active.