£12.5m project ‘improves older residents’ mobility with access to affordable electric vehicles
The official launch of the £ million Blackwood Peoplehood Project to help people live longer and happier is being unveiled in Buckie, Scotland, giving older…
Nottinghamshire college launches smart homes on campus for people with complex needs
Portland College, which is based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, has collaborated with ADS Independent Living Solutions (ADS) to launch independent living homes that come pre-fitted with…
Government confirms next steps on plans to raise minimum home accessibility requirements
New homes will be more accessible for older and disabled people, as the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has confirmed plans to…
“Neighbourhood of the future” independent living model to launch in Glasgow
Independent living specialist Blackwood is set to launch its pioneering concept to transform future homes and communities in Glasgow, which aims to allow people to…
Home adaptation professionals invited to share examples of good practice to inform global research
A journal is calling for professionals to submit evidence on examples of good housing adaptation practices to be included in an international paper aimed at…
New report shows that investing in adaptations and HIAs can create “extraordinary” savings
Older and disabled people who have adapted their homes see improvements in mobility, wellbeing and wider physical benefits, according to a brand-new report that researches…
Consultation launches on implementation of act for disabled people to easily request adaptations
The UK Government has launched a 10-week consultation to gather views from councils, disabled people, and landlords to inform regulations and guidance about disabled people…
Developer appointed to deliver 66 specialist smart tech homes in Scotland
A transformation in housing for people who need assistance to help them live more independently in Dundee is a step closer as 66 new homes…
£182m boost in Wales to support independent living and reduce pressures on health and social care services
Welsh Government Climate Change Minister Julie James has announced a new £182 million fund to provide specialist housing and accommodation across Wales, stating: “A decent…
Robotics and housing sectors come together to combat loneliness and transform independent living
Bristol-based robotics firm Service Robotics is starting a 12-month initiative with Cornwall Housing to provide 10 support robots, called GenieConnect, designed to combat loneliness and…