Indecent homes crisis resurfaces as new figures show 10 million set to spend Christmas in unsuitable houses
An estimated 10 million people across England will spend this Christmas in a home classed as ‘non-decent’, according to new research by the Centre for…
New coalition launches urging Government to tackle “dire” lack of suitable housing for older and disabled people
Ten organisations from across the housing and charity sectors are warning of a crisis in the provision of suitable housing for older and disabled people…
CSP responds to shared vision for healthy ageing and highlights crucial role of physiotherapy in helping older people remain independent
Following the announcement that nearly 70 high profile organisations have launched a shared vision on healthy ageing, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has responded,…
Poll shows health and housing among top concerns for later life as nearly 70 organisations commit to promoting healthy ageing
A new YouGov poll, commissioned by the Centre for Ageing Better and Independent Age, of more than 2,000 people aged 40-60 in the UK has…
New initiative looks at how physiotherapists can encourage patients to undertake strengthening exercises and meet official activity guidelines
In collaboration with Sport England and the Centre for Ageing Better, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has announced a new project to find the…
New Government competition offers £40 million for pioneering solutions to transform older age
A landmark funding competition has been launched today to boost innovations that will enable people to live better lives for longer. Led by UK Research…
“Shocking” level of accessible homes in Britain is poorly impacting the health and quality of life of disabled people, new survey unveils
Most people in Britain are not able to welcome wheelchair users into their homes due to poor access, according to a new YouGov poll commissioned…
Report calls on councils to provide better support and information to help people to move into suitable housing in later life
A new report published today by the Centre for Ageing Better warns that people thinking of moving or making adaptations to their home can be…
New partnership established to tackle non-decent and accessible housing in England
The Centre for Ageing Better and Care & Repair England have joined forces to tackle non-decent housing across England. The partnership, confirmed through a new…
Prime Minister launches new drive to break down barriers faced by disabled people
Announced yesterday by Prime Minister Theresa May, injustices faced by disabled people in the workplace, at home and in the community will be addressed through…