HLINks Weekly: Housing, Health, and Social Care Latest News
HLINks Weekly: Housing, Health, and Social Care Latest News
22 June 2026
A quick reminder that our 'State of the Nation' survey, in collaboration with HCR Law, on artificial intelligence (AI) in specialist and supported housing is still open.
As AI tools become increasingly embedded in housing, care and support services, we want to understand how organisations are using them, the opportunities they present and the challenges they raise.
Your insights will help build a clearer picture of AI adoption across the sector and inform future learning, guidance and shared practice.
If you haven’t already taken part, we would be grateful if you could spare a few minutes to complete the survey by 10 July 2026. Thank you!
Also featured in today's newsletter:
- New Housing LIN Case Study by Triangle Architects on Housing 21's affordable cohousing scheme for an older ethnically diverse community in Birmingham
- Housing LIN guest blogs to mark Learning Disability Week with Mencap and Loneliness Awareness Week with Marmalade Trust
- The 5th cohort of Future Leaders reflects on their journey through the Housing LIN Future Leaders Programme
- APPG-HCOP meeting examines leasehold reform and sector implications
- Upcoming HAPPI Hour webinars
And lots more that caught our interest exploring affordable and accessible housing, later living, neighbourhood health, tackling loneliness, and the importance of inclusion, equality and Pride across housing, care and support services.
Thank you for joining us each week and being part of our learning community.
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Best wishes, The Housing LIN Team |
News Highlights
APPG meeting examines leasehold reform and sector implications
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Housing and Care for Older People held an open meeting at the House of Commons last week, where industry leaders and policymakers discussed the future of leasehold reform.
Resource Roundup
New Housing LIN Case Study on affordable homes for an older ethnically diverse community
Written by Harry Randhawa, Director at Triangle Architects, this latest Housing LIN Case Study explores the creation of Rupali Court, Housing 21's flagship cohousing scheme for older people in Birmingham's diverse Lozells community.
Completed in 2026, the development demonstrates how collaborative design can support independent living and enable residents to age well together.
Housing LIN celebrates Learning Disability Week 2026
To mark Learning Disability Week, led by Mencap, we highlighted resources that promote promote greater understanding of the housing needs of people with a learning disability and support more inclusive housing choices, including:
- Housing LIN guest blog by Learning Disability England: ‘Do You See Me?’ – How visible are my housing needs?
- How the Housing LIN can support you to implement the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act.
Housing LIN Celebrates Loneliness Awareness Week 2026
As part of Loneliness Awareness Week, led by Marmalade Trust, we highlighted a selection of resources and discussions exploring how housing, community design and intergenerational connections can help reduce loneliness and support healthy ageing, including:
- HAPPI Hour recording: SHAPE Exchange: Designing homes and communities that reduce isolation and build connection
- Age Irrelevance article: Loneliness of being stuck in an inaccessible home
- New survey by Age Action Alliance and partners reveals how more intergenerational living could help tackle Britain's loneliness and housing crises
Expert Insights
Do You See Me? How visible are my housing needs?
Written by Gary Bourlet and Samantha Clark, Learning Disability England, this Housing LIN guest blog has been published to coincide with Learning Disability Week 2026 and covers the vital role that having the right home plays in helping people with a learning disability feel seen, heard and included.
Future Leaders share their stories as applications close for the 2026/27 Programme
We are delighted to announce the publication of the latest guest blogs from members of the 5th cohort of the Housing LIN Future Leaders Programme 2025/26.
Following an inspiring year of learning, reflection and leadership development, participants have shared their personal insights, experiences and key takeaways from the programme in this blog series.
What else caught our interest...
- ADASS President blog: Loneliness is everyone’s business – and adult social care has a vital role to play
- ARCO New Zealand findings: Half of UK homeowners would consider retirement communities – but lack of local options holding people back
- Chartered Institute of Physiotherapy report: Principles for neighbourhood health (2026) a report
- Deeley Group scheme opening: The Brambles for Anchor unveiled in Peterborough
- Housing Digital story: Anchor opens later living development in Hackney
- Housing Quality Network article: Opinion: Why Pride matters in housing
- Learning Disability England blog: “I want Learning Disability Pride to grow and thrive on its own”
- Thiis article: Habinteg campaign group sends open letter on accessible housing to Secretary of State
- The Cumberland News: The Call in Carlisle for more clarity on affordable housing
Dates for your diary
HAPPI Hour webinars
- Showcasing community-led housing projects – designing with community in mind on 30th June, 4pm - 5pm
- Technology-enabled, co-designed housing for better later living on 7th July, 4pm - 5pm
- Housing LIN Scotland – A manifesto for older people’s housing on 14th July, 4pm - 5pm
- Building Health into Homes: how occupational therapy can unlock the connection between housing and health on 21st July, 4pm - 5pm
- Creating Safe and Supportive Housing Environments on 28th July, 4pm - 5pm
While free to attend for Housing LIN members, spaces are limited. Reserve your place today and join us for inspiring conversations, fresh insights and engaging ideas.
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