Elderly Housing Shortage Report

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Report highlights urgent need for age-appropriate housing solutions

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A new report from the government-appointed Older People's Housing Taskforce has shed light on the critical shortage of suitable housing options for senior citizens.

The number of people aged 65-79 predicted to increase by nearly 20% by 2040 to 11.6 m and those aged 80 by 42% to 5.3m.

The report emphasizes the importance of increasing the volume, quality and choice of age-friendly, dementia-inclusive, faith and culture-sensitive later living homes.

Core recommendations: Standardize definitions of Older People's Housing/Later Living Homes (OPH/LLH) Establish a national information platform and local hubs.

Strengthen planning policies and build consumer confidence.

Create age-friendly, dementia-inclusive, faith and culture sensitive communities and neighborhoods.

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