New report highlights the serious consequences of disrepair in Wales

Disrepair: The causes and impact of poor housing

Poor housing affects anyone’s health and wellbeing and older people in Wales are especially at risk. 

This new report by Care & Repair Cymru highlights how addressing poor quality homes and investing in maintenance and repairs will reduce the pressure on healthcare services by ensuring that hazards to health such as falls risks, cold homes are resolved before they cause injury or illness.