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Getting on: well-being in later life
- Authors:
- McCORMICK James, et al
- Publisher:
- Institute for Public Policy Research
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 60p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This report details experience of growing older in both rural and urban locations, reviewing policies in the United Kingdom and international practice. Recent medical research indicates a healthy life expectancy rising faster than was previously thought and the protective and risk factors that mean some old people fare better or worse, respectively, are discussed. The essential elements of well-being in later life are resilience, independence, health, income, wealth, having a role and having time. The authors advise that preparing early by investing time in social networks outside the home and workplace is good practice. Risks to well-being in later life which are becoming more prevalent include increased debt either as unsecured loans or unpaid mortgages and problematic alcohol consumption. Chapters 2 to 4 survey evidence on attitudes to later life and highlight, using case studies, approaches taken to ageing by policy makers in the UK, United States, Japan, China, Ireland, Finland, Norway and New Zealand. In Chapter 5, more detailed exploration of the views of older people living in London, Newcastle and rural North East England was obtained via focus groups in these locations. The final two chapters summarise key themes discussed and conclude with recommendation for policy and practice.
Housing our ageing population
- Authors:
- COPEMAN Ian, BEECH Lois
- Publisher:
- Local Government Association
- Publication year:
- 2022
- Place of publication:
- London
This report follows on from the LGA report Housing our ageing population, published in 2017. It reflects the current and changed policy context since 2017, highlighting the benefits of achieving the right mix of housing suited to older people and the issues to consider and challenges affecting delivery. Eight new case studies are included which highlight the varied and notable actions taken by councils to meet the housing needs and requirements of their local older population. Society is ageing and more people require housing that meets their needs as they age. Between 2014 and 2039, over 70 per cent of projected household growth will be made up of households with someone aged 60 or older. The suitability of the housing stock is of critical importance to the health of individuals and impacts on public spending, particularly adult social care, and the NHS. Councils are well placed to exercise local leadership and take a greater strategic approach to enhance the housing and lifestyle choices for people in later life. Integrated action in the fields of housing and planning can align with some of the most important policy areas currently challenging national and local government - how to reform and integrate the NHS, social care, and public health in the context of population ageing, and how to increase housing supply delivery and build more resilient and healthy neighbourhoods. Given the scale of demographic change and the centrality of this growing older population to many aspects of housing, health and care policy, there is an opportunity for the Government to set out to comprehensively address the housing needs of an ageing population for England, through working with and supporting councils and other stakeholders. The report makes a number of recommendations to government on how we can best meet the needs of people in later life with case studies demonstrating how councils are addressing the housing needs of an ageing population. (Edited publisher abstract)
Challenges in the provision of digital technologies to elderly with dementia to support ageing in place: a case study of a Swedish municipality
- Author:
- TSERTSIDIS Antonios
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, 16(7), 2021, pp.758-768.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Purpose: The aim of this paper is to identify structural problems and challenges for the delivery of digital technologies for ageing in place to elderly with dementia. Methods: To that end, I conducted a case study in a Swedish municipality. Results: The results showed that elderly with dementia are not exploiting their full potential of receiving help in the form of technology, since the four conditions of the Consumer Direction (Control and Direct services – Variety of digital technologies for ageing in place options – Information and Support – Participation in systems design) were met to a very low degree. Conclusions: I propose that the municipality in question creates a proper knowledge-sharing platform so that occupational therapists are well informed about digital technologies for ageing in place, to allow them to provide accurate information and support to elderly with dementia, resulting in a possible increase in use of technology and subsequently support the empowerment goal of Consumer Direction. I also believe, according to the findings of this study, that the module of Information and Support should be treated as the most important condition for achieving increased Consumer Direction. (Edited publisher abstract)
A home for the ages: planning for the future with age-friendly design
- Authors:
- STERN Daniel, WARREN Ian, FORTH Andrew
- Publishers:
- Royal Institute of British Architects, Centre for Towns
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 53
- Place of publication:
- London
This report emphasises the importance of well-designed, purpose built new homes that enable people to play a more active role in their communities as they age. It highlights the key policy changes needed, focussing on changing demographics, the economic and social costs of the failure to plan for an ageing population, and designing age-friendly places. It includes recommendations on providing support to help older people looking to move home to more suitable accommodation and for local authorities and Health and Wellbeing Boards to draw up joint urban ageing strategies to address issues of active ageing in line with World Health Organisation Age Friendly Cities principles. (Edited publisher abstract)
'Quite an adventure': some lessons from digital arts projects with older people
- Authors:
- BLOOD Imogen, EASTERBROOK Lorna, ROBINSON Mark
- Publisher:
- Baring Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 20
- Place of publication:
- London
A report into how the use of digital technology in five arts projects impacted on older people, creative engagement, business models, partnerships, and attitudes towards ageing. The projects were part of the Digital Arts and Creative Ageing (DACA) Programme, funded by the Baring Foundation and the Nominet Trust (now ‘Social Tech Trust’). The projects were: 64 Million Artists, which used existing digital platforms to facilitate and share everyday creativity; FabLab Belfast: Digital Makers, who hosted designated sessions for older people; City Arts, which developed an app to promote virtual access to arts and cultural venues; Ladder to the Moon, which developed an online tool to promote and record creative engagement in care homes; and Moving Memory, who are refining a portable digital kit to facilitate movement-based performance projects. The report includes advice for planning digital arts projects for older people (Edited publisher abstract)
Music for life: a Japanese experience of spirituality, ageing and musical growth
- Author:
- MATSUNOBU Koji
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing and Society, 38(6), 2018, pp.1100-1120.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
This paper examines the role of musical engagement in later-life spiritual development and ageing. The nexus of music, spirituality and ageing has been relatively unexplored. Change of styles, means of expression and ways of engagement are among the transformation that older musicians often encounter. Based on an ethnographic study of Japanese music practitioners, the paper introduces a community music practice in which spiritual cultivation is a collective goal of musical pursuit. A case introduced in this paper suggests that music helps to develop a sense of purpose and enhance the meaning of life by instilling the feeling that people are still able to develop musically and spiritually. Some of the transformation identified in the study included changes of repertoire, the purpose of practice and the meaning of progress, all of which was characterised in the dictum of less-is-more. The paper highlights the process in which spiritual development and musical growth are linked and support positive ageing. (Edited publisher abstract)
Age-friendly communities in practice: a portfolio of good practice in age-friendliness across Greater Manchester
- Author:
- AMBITION FOR AGEING
- Publisher:
- Ambition for Ageing
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 24
- Place of publication:
- Manchester
Brings together 30 examples of initiatives that are making a positive difference to the day to day lives of older people in Greater Manchester. The portfolio showcases large and small projects that are breaking down barriers to make places more inclusive and accessible and that are committed to creating age-friendly communities. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social work practice with older people
- Author:
- RESEARCH IN PRACTICE FOR ADULTS
- Publisher:
- Research in Practice for Adults
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Place of publication:
- Dartington
Online resource providing a range of practice tools to support social work with older people. The tools focus on the case study of a retired couple who are dealing with the consequences of ageing. The case study moves through seven time periods as their circumstances change and the responsibilities for caring develop. The resource includes an action planning tool and a critical reflection tool. An introductory webinar outlines how to use the resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
From positive ageing to positive living; a changing perspective from the Beth Johnson Foundation
- Author:
- WEALLEANS Lynne Marie
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 19(4), 2015, pp.165-169.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to disseminate the learning from the positive ageing and positive living projects of the Beth Johnson Foundation (BJF) and to contribute to the discourse around ageing and older people. Design/methodology/approach: The content for this case study was drawn from evidence gathering activities with different generations of older people, with key stakeholders, commissioners and policy makers. This was supported by extensive desk top analysis of information and research on the subjects of positive and active ageing. Findings: This case study examines the key elements of positive ageing within a life course context and explores the language and culture around ageing. It makes some recommendations, based on practice, that support a change in the dialogue around ageing from positive ageing to positive living. Practical implications: This approach is of interest to all citizens, to those who work with older people, to commissioners and to decision makers. It promotes a multi-generational approach to the co-design of services. It supports prevention, health promotion and appropriate interventions which are not based on age. It also, therefore, promotes ageing as a “natural” part of the life course, challenges negative stereotypes around ageing and ensures accessible, inclusive and quality services. Social implications: The content and conclusions of the case study challenge some of the traditional thinking and approaches around ageing and recommend a more inclusive approach to service design and delivery. The case study also addresses some of the issues around the language used and the culture around ageing which will contribute to a more forward thinking approach. Originality/value: This is an original case study based on the work of the BJF over a ten year period as it developed its’ Positive Ageing and Positive Living programmes. BJF has been at the forefront of the positive ageing movement by developing mid-life programmes of work and is acknowledged as an expert organisation in the field of intergenerational (and now multi-generational) practice and age friendly communities. (Publisher abstract)
What are age-friendly environments? Why should European cities and regions become more age-friendly?
- Author:
- AFE-INNOVNET
- Publisher:
- AFE-INNOVNET
- Publication year:
- 2014
- Pagination:
- 16
Age-friendly environments aim to help people to remain active and independent for longer, helping to address some of the challenges linked to an ageing population. This document briefly describes what makes an age-friendly environment is, and why it important for European countries, cities, regions and communities to become more age friendly. It then provides short case studies from partners in the AFE-INNOVENT network across Europe. The practice examples cover the eight domains that contribute to an age-friendly city or community, originally identified by the World Health Organisation. These domains are: housing; social participation; respect and social inclusion; civic participation and employment; communication and information; community support and health services; outdoor spaces and built environment; transportation. The Cymru Older People's Alliance (COPA) is included as a best practice example of respect and social inclusion. (Original abstract)