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Housing LIN is pleased to announce the dates and locations for its Annual Conference 2026, a major forward-looking event focused on shaping homes and communities for later life. Titled Housing LIN’s Annual Conference 2026: Shaping homes for health, independence and connection, the conference will take place in Newcastle on 24 February 2026 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, followed by Bristol on 12 March 2026 at We The Curious.

In today's newsletter, we share the latest updates and resources in housing, health and social care, including conference save the dates(!), top 2026 priorities, funding boosts, webinar recordings, sector reflections and insights on accessibility, wellbeing and policy changes.

The government has announced a funding boost, allocated from February 2026, intended to help thousands more people make the adaptations needed to live independently at home.

Developed by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Independent Age, the toolkit, Cold Weather Conversations, provides practical guidance for organisations to strengthen winter preparedness and deliver clear, effective messages to those most at risk.

As we step into 2026, our focus is on creating homes and communities that are inclusive, resilient and future-ready. From accessible housing and intergenerational living, to healthier neighbourhoods, digital readiness, and better supported housing, our 5 top priorities highlight where action matters most.

As we step into 2026, our focus is on creating homes and communities that are inclusive, resilient and future-ready. From accessible housing and intergenerational living, to healthier neighbourhoods, digital readiness, and better supported housing, our 5 top priorities highlight where action matters most.

As we step into 2026, our focus is on creating homes and communities that are inclusive, resilient and future-ready. From accessible housing and intergenerational living, to healthier neighbourhoods, digital readiness, and better supported housing, our 5 top priorities highlight where action matters most.

As we step into 2026, our focus is on creating homes and communities that are inclusive, resilient and future-ready. From accessible housing and intergenerational living, to healthier neighbourhoods, digital readiness, and better supported housing, our 5 top priorities highlight where action matters most.

On behalf of everyone at the Housing LIN, I want to wish, John Galvin, the unassuming and legendary Elderly Accommodation Counsel (EAC) CEO, a very happy retirement.

As we step into 2026, our focus is on creating homes and communities that are inclusive, resilient and future-ready. From accessible housing and intergenerational living, to healthier neighbourhoods, digital readiness and better supported housing, our 5 top priorities highlight where action matters most.