A strengths based approach to delivering the Disabled Facilities Grant – Thurrock Council
Housing LIN case study 155 outlines how Thurrock Council have adopted a strength-based approach to delivering Disabled Facilities Grants to enhance individual’s independence and provide overall improvements to their health and wellbeing.
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Spotlight on Extra Care Housing
Here you can view all 9 short films made by the Housing LIN as part of our 'Spotlight on Extra Care Housing’ YouTube video series.
Housing our Ageing Population: Learning from councils meeting the housing needs of our ageing population
Capturing the learning from a selection of exemplar councils which demonstrate how they are playing a significant place-making role in shaping the current and future supply of housing for an ageing population
Home from Hospital - Interactive Map
An interactive map showing a wide range of projects preventing delayed discharges from hospital due to a housing issue
Adaptations Without Delay
This guide sets out a new framework that transforms how disabled and older people can better access advice or support with home adaptations
Improving Health and Care through the home: A National Memorandum of Understanding
Find out more about the MoU and its accompanying Action Plan.
Going the Extra Step: A compendium of best practice in dementia care
Examples of extra care schemes and other housing related community services supporting people with dementia to develop meaningful relationships.
Age-friendly housing: Future design for older people
Sets out the key challenges and practical considerations in designing housing suitable for an ageing population.
DHCS Extra Care Scheme Directory
Information and overview on each of the Department of Health & Care Services (DHCS) funded CASSH and ECH schemes.
United Welsh - Connect Project
Helping people to not only understand their own strengths and attributes but also those of the local communities where they live.
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