In the UK, nearly 11 million people (19% of the population) are aged 65 and over. This will rise to 22% (almost 13 million) within a decade. By 2051, the social and ethnic minority population aged 65+ in England and Wales is projected to increase five-fold to 3.8 million, with 2.7 million from non-white backgrounds. This growth is particularly significant in London with its significant diverse population make-up.
To highlight the pressures on housing demand, delivery, and demographics, a solution-oriented discussion is proposed.
This webinar explores the ways in which older person’s housing challenges and opportunities can be addressed, outlining key challenges and how they can be met. It draws on evidence APPG on Housing and Care for Older People’s recent taskforce report and Ministerial Statement. Additionally, the webinar features insights from registered providers, local authority and government departments, working in this area.
Speakers:
- Bruce Moore, Chief Executive, Housing 21
- Christine Candlish, Acting Director of Living Plus, Places for People
- Julie Duke, Service Manager, Older People – Extra Care, Leeds City Council
- Mandy Sawyer, Head of Housing and Neighbourhood Services, Leeds City Council
- Miranda Foster, Director Affordable Housing, Homes England
- Paul Tennant, Chief Executive, Abbeyfield Living Society
- Professor Julienne Meyer CBE, Chair, Older Persons Taskforce
- Suzannah Young, Policy Leader, National Housing Federation
This event was co-chaired by Campbell Tickell Director, Liz Zacharias and Abbeyfield Living Society & Chair, National Housing Federation’s (NHF) Older Persons Housing Group, Abdul A Ravat.
If you have any further questions or comments on what was covered, please feel free to email Liz Zacharias from Campbell Tickell on: liz.zacharias@campbelltickell.com
