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…
Foundations to deliver expert webinar on understanding latest DFG guidance
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) is working with Foundations UK to deliver a free informative webinar to professionals that work with housing adaptations and…
Game developers create independent living app as part of £12.5m project to futureproof homes
A pioneering app has been developed to improve independent living in three Scottish communities by encouraging residents to stay active and participate in local activities,…
BREAKING: DFGs in the spotlight as Channel 4 coverage reveals people can wait three years for adaptations
Channel 4 shone a spotlight on the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) in its news report last night (Tuesday 5 April 2022) and what the grant…
Care and housing providers urged to bid for £75k tech testbed funding so homes are ‘care ready’
Local authorities, care providers and housing associations are being invited to apply for grants of £75,000, so they can test out with older people which…
Government publishes important guidance for councils on delivering effective DFG-funded adaptations
Two UK Government departments have published joint free guidance for local authorities about how they can effectively and efficiently deliver DFG-funded home adaptations to best…