£12.5m project set to futureproof homes using “cutting-edge” assistive tech for independent living
A 1,000-strong volunteer taskforce is being assembled to shape a £ million project that aims to transform the future homes and communities of three distinct…
Over half of housing association tenants do not get the adaptations they need, report finds
A new report from Habinteg, Anchor Hanover and Foundations Independent Living Trust, the charitable arm of the national body for home improvement agencies (HIAs) and…
Academia, NHS organisations and council work together to support healthy ageing in Newcastle
A cutting-edge £500m development supporting the understanding, care and innovation of products and services for an ageing population has been given the go-ahead in Newcastle.…
Housing charity partners with mobility firm for residents to benefit from modern electric wheelchair
In an effort to hopefully “revolutionise” the mobility sector, a not-for-profit housing developer, ExtraCare, and mobility provider Centaur Robotics have collaborated to understand how retirement…
Study suggests 31 percent falls reduction rate for people with home modifications
A randomised controlled trial (RCT) in New Zealand has explored how effective home modifications are in helping prevent falls for occupants. The RCT took place…
£710k funding awarded to housing charity to facilitate crucial adaptations in Scotland
Vital adaptations to help people with disabilities live independently in their own homes are to be undertaken at around 200 properties across Scotland after independent…
Winners of the National Healthy Housing Awards 2021 unveiled
The achievements of council teams, charities and inspirational frontline staff in supporting independent living have been celebrated at the National Healthy Housing Awards 2021. This…
Report highlights benefits of assistive technologies in supporting older people in housing
A new report has been published by the Commission on the Role of Housing in the Future of Care and Support, which details a roadmap…
Report sets out 10 principles for building tech into housing to support ageing population
Technology and digital infrastructure that support future care needs must be built into all new housing, leaders from a range of sectors have urged in…
APPGAT calls on public for evidence on how smart home tech can enhance independent living
A Blackwood Homes and Care smart kitchen The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Assistive Technology (APPGAT) and cross-party thinktank Policy Connect are asking the public to…