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Housing LIN Cymru Symposium - Making Wales a Great Place to Grow Old

Event date

Presentation notes and slides

A charter for placemaking through the lens of an ageing population by Max Hampton, Design Advisor, Design Commission for Wales (opens new window)
Neuadd Maldwyn Extra Care, Welshpool: An Overview, by Craig Sparrow, Executive Director Development & Asset Management ClwydAlyn (opens new window)
Dan-y-Mynydd Extra Care: Porth, South Wales by Matt Moody, Senior Associate, Quattro Design Architects (opens new window)
Analogue to Digital Solutions by Garrick Field and Ruth Harris, Senior Business Development Managers, Legrand Care (opens new window)
From Care Ready to End-of-Life Care Design: Insights for architectural design and resilient housing in later life by Dr Sam Clark and Juliet Davis, Professor of Architecture and Urbanism, Welsh School of Architecture, University of Cardiff (opens new window)
Bridging Intergenerational Living in Bridgend, by Gary Hortop, Head of Later Living, Pobl Group (opens new window)
Healthier homes for better health outcomes by Trisha Hoddinott, Head of Asset Investment, Hedyn (opens new window)
Health Services: Long Term Care for people with autism and neurodiversity, by Raymond Parr, Senior Associate, Arcadis - Architecture and Urbanism (opens new window)

Overview

Back in person, the day featured insightful presentations from keynote speakers and Housing LIN Cymru Steering Group members on placemaking, care-ready design, and end-of-life care, alongside opportunities to explore real-life examples such as Clwyd Alyn Housing Association’s brand new extra care in Welshpool, Neuadd Maldwyn.

We have uploaded the presentation slides above to help you explore ways to make Wales a great place to age well.

Agenda

11:00 – 11:30
Arrival & Refreshments
Teas and coffee served on arrival

11:30 – 11:45
Welcome & Introductions
Co-Chairs: Joanne Kirrane, Housing LIN Cymru Steering Group Chair and Group Executive Director of Operations,  Hedyn, and Jeremy Porteus, CEO, Housing LIN

11:45 – 12:10
Keynote & Q&A: A charter for placemaking through the lens of an ageing population
Speaker: Max Hampton, Design Advisor, Design Commission for Wales

Morning Showcases (12:10 – 13:15)
Each showcase: 15 minutes

  • Clwyd Alyn: Generating a new extra care housing for future generations
  • Quattro Design: Age-friendly architecture
  • Legrand: Proactive, preventative technologies for our ageing population
  • Q&A

13:15 – 14:00
Lunch
Hot lunch served in the restaurant

14:00 – 14:25
Keynote & Q&A: From Care Ready to End of Life Care Design
Speakers: Dr Sam Clark and Juliet Davis, Professor of Architecture and Urbanism, Welsh School of Architecture, University of Cardiff

Afternoon Showcases (14:25 – 15:25)
Each showcase: 15 minutes

  • Pobl: Bridging intergenerational living in Bridgend
  • Hedyn: Healthier homes for better health outcomes
  • Arcadis: Lessons from an award-winning HAPPI-designed supported housing scheme
  • Q&A

15:25 – 15:30
Event Close
Co-Chairs: Joanne Kirrane, Housing LIN Cymru Steering Group Chair, Hedyn Housing Association and Jeremy Porteus, CEO, Housing LIN

15:30 onwards
Tour: Delegates may explore the venue and ask questions of the manager, Brendan, as part of the tour

Getting there

Train: Neuadd Maldywn is about a 5-minute walk from Welshpool Station.

Car: There will be a few parking spaces available at Neuadd Maldwyn, but Church Street Long Stay Car Park (opens new window) is also nearby, approx. 5-6 minutes' walk.

Terms & Conditions

Important notice: This event is free for those who register in advance and attend. Registrants who fail to attend without reasonable notice may be charged the full cost of a place (£150 + VAT) to cover irrecoverable costs. Non-attendance will result in an invoice. By registering, you agree to these terms.