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…
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…
Foundations to launch transformative portal to reduce lengthy waiting lists for DFG assessments
The national body for home improvement agencies (HIAs) in England, Foundations has been working with Iizuka and Leeds Beckett University on a new project to…
Guide for councils, HIAs and OTs on adaptations for young people with behaviours that challenge
Foundations, the national body for Home Improvement Agencies (HIAs), has published new guidance which calls for a better understanding of the needs of people with…
National Healthy Housing Awards 2020 winners revealed
The team at Middlesbrough Staying Put Agency Councils, charities and inspirational frontline staff have been commended for their excellent work in supporting people to live…
Closomat highlights the importance of optimising efficiency when providing DFGs
Following the government announcing over half a billion pounds of funding for Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), deliverers are being reminded of how to utilise available…
OT, HIA and DFG adaptations service winners unveiled at first National Healthy Housing Awards
Inspirational organisations and individuals have been honoured at the inaugural National Healthy Housing Awards. Organised by Foundations, the national body for home improvement agencies (HIAs),…