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Building safe choices 2020: our voices: LGBT+ later life housing demand in London
- Authors:
- TONIC, STONEWALL HOUSING, OPENING DOORS LONDON
- Publisher:
- Tonic Housing Association
- Publication year:
- 2020
- Pagination:
- 36
- Place of publication:
- London
This action research oriented project aimed to capture ‘the voice of demand’ of older LGBT+ people and gather more information about what older LGBT+ people might choose and how their financial and other circumstances affect these choices. We received 624 responses to our survey between February and April 2020, making this the largest study of LGBT+ people, over the age of 50, in London. The survey reveals that with reference to retirement communities, 56% of respondents preferred LGBT+ specific provision and 23% LGBT+ accredited provision; 75% wanted to stay in London; 25% had a disability or health issues which require specific housing; LGBT+ specific providers were the preferred choice of 64% of respondents and LGBT+ accredited providers of 25% respondents. The report uses three key themes to draw the findings together. These are: Needs and Resources – this thematic section illustrates that the needs and resources of older LGBT+ people are wide ranging, and that housing and care providers need to recognise and respond to this diversity of need; Housing Options – this section shows that many older LGBT+ people have housing needs that differ from heterosexual people and they are clear about what housing options they want, where they want them and what they do not want both now and in the future; Provision, Advice and Support – this thematic section looks at what services respondents said they would like to see provided, what advice about housing and support they would like, and how and where it should be provided. Older LGBT+ people want access to good quality, appropriate provision, and advice and support about their housing and care choices. (Edited publisher abstract)
Retirement housing: marketing retirement housing as aspirational and not a sign of crisis
- Author:
- SHAKESPEARE MARTINEAU
- Publisher:
- Shakespeare Martineau
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 20
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
In this report we will explore the disparity between the public and housing provider perceptions of the retirement housing sector; and in particular, the way the sector is described, awareness of the benefits and services on offer, the perception of what ‘type’ of person would benefit from retirement housing and public understanding of retirement property tenures. We consult experts from across the industry – including representatives from Housing 21, Lifestory Group, Housing LIN (Learning and Improvement Network), Orbit Group, Elderly Accommodation Counsel, the Local Government Association, the Chartered Institute of Housing and Shakespeare Martineau – and outline the need for clarity in messaging and a benefits – not age-focused – approach to marketing and targeting. We outline how the sector can make retirement housing aspirational and not a sign of crisis or defeat through marketing and education, and identify the demographics that need the greatest education around the benefits and how best to market to them – based on our research. As well as potentially missed opportunities of where to build and when to include higher end facilities and services. (Edited publisher abstract)
What we want: future-proofing retirement housing in England
- Author:
- BEACH Brian
- Publisher:
- International Longevity Centre UK
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 54
- Place of publication:
- London
Retirement communities – housing designed specifically with emerging care needs in mind – are one solution for addressing important issues around housing and care in later life. Yet only 0.7% of people aged 65+ in the UK live in specific housing-with-care models. This partly relates to challenges restricting the supply of such housing, but it also links to inconsistent terminology for the sector and varied perceptions of what these communities offer, which stifles demand. This report highlights a number of key insights to help the sector stimulate the demand side of the equation. These include: demographic trends are clear – the retirement community sector will need substantial growth over the next 20 years just to keep up with age-related growth; finances appear strong for the moment – a key target group for retirement communities – homeowners aged 68-77 today – are best positioned in terms of housing value, while younger age groups may require adjustment to costing models in the medium and longer term; what people want matters – decisions around housing moves are complex, and future efforts to connect people to retirement communities will require personalisation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. As the future demand for retirement communities will follow one of three trajectories – increasing, decreasing, or staying at the same level – health, social, and economic trends will all exert their influence as we adjust to the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Stakeholders in the sector will need to remain responsive to the realities on the ground and adapt their strategies to strengthen the sector’s ability to deliver a critical part of the infrastructure for our ageing society. This requires: monitoring development; responding through innovation; communicating in engaging way. The report includes further detail around key findings from an exploration of the influence of demographics, finances, and preferences on potential demand for retirement communities. (Edited publisher abstract)
Retirement housing 2016
- Authors:
- GILMORE Grainne, et al
- Publisher:
- Knight Frank
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 6
- Place of publication:
- London
Examines the demand and supply for purpose-built housing for older people across the UK. It includes an analysis of the equity release potential of downsizing, as well as highlighting the planning landscape for the retirement housing sector. It is estimated that by 2039, one in 12 people will be aged 80 or over. The report reveals that just 3 per cent of new-build units in the pipeline or currently under construction are designated ‘elderly’ or ‘sheltered’ housing. It argues that supply of retirement housing needs to increase five-fold while downsizing to a home with one less bedroom will release around £52,000 in equity on average across England and Wales, with large regional variations. The report outlines the current demographic trends and the impact of an ageing population, the role of housing and the supply side of the housing market, and how the policy framework should address the lack of housing for older people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Exploring the age-friendliness of purpose-built retirement communities: evidence from England
- Authors:
- LIDDLE Jennifer, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing and Society, 34(9), 2014, pp.1601-1629.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
This article providing empirical evidence concerning the relative age-friendliness of purpose-built retirement communities. Adopting a new definition – ‘underpinned by a commitment to respect and social inclusion, an age-friendly community is engaged in a strategic and ongoing process to facilitate active ageing by optimising the community's physical and social environments and its supporting infrastructure’ – the article analyses the age-friendliness of one retirement community in England. The Longitudinal Study of Ageing in a Retirement Community (LARC) encompassed two waves of a survey with residents, interviews and focus groups with stakeholders involved in staffing, managing and designing the community, and other qualitative data collected from residents. Reviewing the different data sources, the article argues that purpose-built retirement communities have the potential to be age-friendly settings but might better involve residents in a regular cycle of planning, implementation, evaluation and continual improvement if they are to facilitate active ageing. In addition, more clarity is needed on how such developments can better fit with the age-friendly agenda, particularly in terms of their capacity to support ageing in place, the accessibility of the wider neighbourhood, opportunities for intergenerational interactions, and the training of staff to work with older people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Acceptance in the domestic environment: the experience of senior housing for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender seniors
- Author:
- SULLIVAN Kathleen M.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 57(2-4), 2014, pp.235-250.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The social environment impacts the ability of older adults to interact successfully with their community and age-in-place. This study asked, for the first time, residents of existing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) senior living communities to explain why they chose to live in those communities and what, if any, benefit the community afforded them. Focus groups were conducted at 3 retirement communities. Analysis found common categories across focus groups that explain the phenomenon of LGBT senior housing. Acceptance is paramount for LGBT seniors and social networks expanded, contrary to socioemotional selectivity theory. Providers are encouraged to develop safe spaces for LGBT seniors. (Publisher abstract)
Retirement villages and related care services: perceptions, preferences and needs of elderly consumers and providers in Cape Town
- Authors:
- FRONEMAN C.A., van HUYSSTEEN M.K.R., van der MERWE I.J.
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Maatskaplike Werk, 40(4), October 2004, pp.413-429.
Describes the findings of a study in the Cape Metropolitan Area and fringe districts of perceptions, preferences and needs of elderly persons and views of housing providers regarding retirement housing and related care services. Interviews were conducted with 228 sampled elderly persons in neighbourhoods with a high elderly concentration and selected retirement villages. The views of experts on retirement housing and role players in the elderly care field were elicited separately. The elderly's basic preferences can be summarised as: renting residential units instead of buying them; no luxuries such as therapy services; safety considerations incorporated in interior design; being able to use their own furniture; primary health care offered; recreational facilities; good corporate management; and accessibility of essential general services. These findings are considered for consumers in different cultural and socio-economic groups and compared with the views of developers, providers and other role players. Contends that, given the Government's new policy on housing and elderly care, they may assist providers of retirement housing and related care services to understand the diversity of needs of the mature retirement market and provide facilities and services accordingly.
Joining a life care community: an alternative to 'frailing' into a nursing home in the USA
- Authors:
- von MERING Otto, NEFF Laurie
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 3(4), December 1993, pp.5-8.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Increasing numbers of older Americans are choosing to live out their retirement in planned, self-governed and financed retirement communities. Many of these full-service communities, which range in size from 250 to 750 members, are comparable to small villages and are located near small towns in a rural setting. Considers the development of such communities, and profiles several.
The Mayhew Review: future-proofing retirement living: easing the care and housing crises
- Author:
- MAYHEW Les
- Publisher:
- International Longevity Centre UK
- Publication year:
- 2022
- Pagination:
- 69
- Place of publication:
- London
This report explores the fundamental changes that are needed in the way we provide care to older people and in their housing options. Currently, specialist retirement housing only accounts for 10% of all older households in the UK. Our analysis suggests considerable scope for the sector to expand rapidly and to be spread more evenly to deal with shortfalls in many areas. The report argues that with the number of over-65s set to race past 17 million by 2040, the Government should initiate an accelerated programme of constructing older people's housing with up to 50,000 new units a year, on top of the meagre 7,000 currently built annually. This means that one in four of new homes should be targeted at older people. Achieving this growth would help older people stay healthy for longer and reduce the burden on the NHS and care homes. Each new home would free up housing and surplus bedrooms for younger families and first-time buyers, making housing more affordable. And new developments could play a major part in revitalising declining high streets. The report highlights the concrete steps the Government needs to take to reach the levels of older people's housing required: launching the Older People's Housing Taskforce immediately; reforming planning rules to make it easier to build housing suitable for later life; putting older people's housing on a level playing field with all other developments; cutting Stamp Duty so it is the same for last-time buyers as first-time buyers; ramping up the financial advice available for older people looking to move. (Edited publisher abstract)
The retirement housing dividend
- Author:
- CORFE Scott
- Publisher:
- Social Market Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 22
- Place of publication:
- London
This paper explores the case for an expansion of retirement housing in the UK. It demonstrates that specialist retirement housing brings with it a range of benefits to government, retirees and wider society. This “retirement housing dividend” should be quantified and considered by policymakers, and embedded into local strategies. Key points include: an expansion of retirement housing could generate a societal “retirement housing dividend” through a range of channels; the UK’s housing stock is currently poorly placed to meet the needs of an ageing population, to the detriment of physical and mental health; many older people live in under-occupied family homes, limiting the availability of such accommodation for younger households and making such accommodation less affordable; there is scope to use town and city centre retirement housing to regenerate urban areas, taking advantage of the growing spending power and demographic importance of older age groups; despite these benefits, retirement housing remains less popular in the UK than in other markets. Policy implications highlighted in this briefing include: policymakers need to get better at capturing the full gamut of benefits flowing from retirement housing, and use this to inform decision making; integrated Care Systems (ICSs) should play a key role in building a more aligned and coordinated approach to commissioning and developing age-appropriate housing that facilitates health improvements; Homes England also has a role to play in stimulating the construction of affordable retirement housing; policymakers and the developer community need to work together to deliver high-quality retirement accommodation in the right places, to encourage more older individuals to consider it as an option. (Edited publisher abstract)