How can cities better support an ageing, diverse population? This #HLINblog by Prof. Tine Buffel explores urban ageing, spatial justice & inclusive design, drawing on insights from this year's #HLINconf25 on Age-Friendly Homes & Connected Communities.
Read on👇
www.housinglin.org.uk/blogs/Insigh...
How can cities better support an ageing, diverse population? This #HLINblog by Prof. Tine Buffel explores urban ageing, spatial justice & inclusive design, drawing on insights from this year's #HLINconf25 on Age-Friendly Homes & Connected Communities.
Read on👇
www.housinglin.org.uk/blogs/Insigh...
In today's #HLINks:
📽️ New #HAPPIHour webinars
🔗 #HLINconf25 slides now live
🗣️ South West Leadership Set update
✨ #HLINblog on realities & demands of #Leadership
🏘️ PM urged to act on housing & ageing by #HAA
📝 @tunstall-uk.bsky.social Who Cares & Who Pays? report
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In this week's #HLINks:
✨ #HLINconf25 update
🗣️ Call out for age-friendly homes & connected communities best practice examples
✅ APPG Inquiry session takes place in Westminster
✍️ Susan Kay's (Dunhill Medical Trust) #HLINblog post
💡 Key insights from #FutureLeaders
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And thank you, Ben for speaking at #HLINconf25 on 'Home Comforts: A plan to eradicate England’s poor-quality rented housing' - a very insightful presentation, well received by all our delegates!🏘️
Building new homes is essential but great reminder from @bencooper1995.bsky.social not to forget that existing homes need attention and investment to ensure they are free from hazards, energy efficient and fit for the future. This stat was helpfully on a wall today at #HLINConf25
And that's a wrap on #HLINconf25 - London! A huge thank you to all our speakers, delegates, and sponsors for making today such a success. Your insights and energy made for an unforgettable event. All session slides and summaries will be available on our website soon! ✨🏠
Joining us as keynote speaker at #HLINconf25 in London, Shahi Islam shares insights on affordable housing for an ageing population. A thought-provoking presentation on how investing in housing for all generations is key to thriving communities✅
Presentation summary available soon. Watch this space!
Great presentation from Ben Cooper (Fabian Society) at #HLINconf25 about eradicating poor-quality rented housing. Everyone deserves a safe, comfortable home, and his insights on making that a reality were spot on.
#HousingForAll #AffordableRenting
Angus Honeysett and Tony Walker's session at #HLINconf25 on technology-enabled care was fascinating! Technology is definitely shaping the future of independent living and home care.
Check out their new White paper due to launch on 31st March: www.tunstall.co.uk/resources/wh... #TAPPI
At #HLINconf25, Susan Kay (Dunhill Medical Trust) launches a Flagship Programme w/ Housing LIN to support innovators in #Housing! Through funding testbeds/fostering lasting partnerships, we’ll aim to create housing that meets everyone’s needs.
🔗 www.housinglin.org.uk/blogs/Reflec... #HAPPI #TAPPI
Just listened to Bruce Moore's (Chief Executive of Housing 21) informative presentation at #HLINconf25 on 'Customer Led, Citizen Focused' approaches to #Housing. His approach to listening to older residents and changing how we think about housing was eye-opening🏘️
We're so thrilled to welcome this year's cohort of #FutureLeader participants to #HLINconf25 to discuss #Leadership and the Inspired Villages-sponsored programme!
Check out their insightful blogs here: www.housinglin.org.uk/consultancy/...
Applications for the 2025/26 programme open soon!✨
A new phrase to me... "chain letting" - the fact that building 20 new homes suitable for older people lead on average to 62 more moves on a chain, freeing up way more housing through right-sizing. #HLINconf25
Impressive presentation by Chief Executive, Tracey Kerly at #HLINconf25 about planning for an ageing population in Ashford. It's great to see local authorities focusing on long-term solutions for older residents #AgeingPopulation #PlanningForTheFuture
Clare Cameron’s (PRP) talk on #HAPPI Places at #HLINconf25 was fantastic! Loved her insights on designing lifelong homes and creating connected communities. It's all about building for #LifetimeNeighbourhoods #HAPPI
New #InspirationalAchievement with PRP coming soon!
Delighted to welcome Lord Best, who is co-chairing our next Sector Showcase at #HLINconf25! As Chair of the APPG on Housing & Care for Older People, his insights have been invaluable in shaping the future of housing for later life. Ref to a new APPG Inquiry: www.housinglin.org.uk/News/New-APP...
Fascinating presentation from Ipsos Mori on their research for @housinglin.bsky.social into the current and future housing needs and aspirations of people over 50. Some big implications for housing in the UK in coming years #HLINConf25
Great session by Stephen Finlay from Ipsos at #HLINconf25 on understanding the housing preferences of older people. It's clear we need more tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our ageing population🏠
Read report: www.housinglin.org.uk/Topics/type/... #HousingChoices
Just heard from Cynthia Bullock from UKRI at #HLINconf25 talking about 'An Innovation Age: From Neighbourhoods to Peoplehood.' Truly inspiring! The focus on innovative, community-driven solutions for healthy ageing was a standout #AgeFriendlyHomes
@housinglin.bsky.social signed up to BlueSky in time to join the conversation on #HLINConf25. Great to hear more on homes for older people and age-friendly communities
Thank you to Kate Markey for her eye-opening presentation on 'Homes for All: A Nationwide Call for Affordable Housing Choices for All.' Her insights as CEO of the Nationwide Foundation were incredibly impactful, shedding light on the urgent need for affordable housing across the country! #HLINconf25
Excited to kick off #HLINconf25 in London with a warm welcome from Jeremy Porteus, CEO of Housing LIN! Looking forward to a day of insightful discussions on housing, ageing, and creating communities that work for all. Let’s get started! #ConnectedCommunities #Age#FriendlyHomes
Our CEO @katemarkey.bsky.social is attending the @housinglin.bsky.social #HLINconf25 as one of the keynote speakers with her session: Homes for All: A Nationwide Call for Affordable Housing Choices for All.
If you're there, make sure to join her session, or speak to Kate to find out more!
💡Ahead of tomorrow's #HLINconf25 sector showcase on #Leadership, check out our latest #HLINblog by Future Leader participant and Design Manager at Inspired Villages, Gurjeet Nagra, on "Leadership Storytelling: The Power of Storytelling with Impact": www.housinglin.org.uk/blogs/Leader...
In this week's #HLINks:
✨ #HLINconf25 preview
📈New #HLINblogs on #Leadership
📝Angela Rayner MP responds to #HAA
🏘️New Towns Inquiry
💷Welsh Govt reallocates £2.2M for Disabled Facilities Grant
🏠NHF's Save Our #SupportedHousing campaign
👉Social Prescribing Day 2025
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Can’t wait for our statement spring #HLINconf25 on Wednesday when our London ‘A Festival of Ideas’ on #AgeFriendlyHomes & #ConnectedCommunities returns in person.
With superb speakers, sector showcases, sponsors’ stands & networking slots, follow @housinglin.bsky.social for updates
✨Joining us on stage at next week's #HLINconf25, Stephanie Whitehead (Cymorth Cymru) shares her journey in housing & policy in this new insightful #HLINblog. Discover how #Leadership is about growth, learning from setbacks, and staying true to your values.
🔗 www.housinglin.org.uk/blogs/Lesson...
Adam Gravely (National Housing Federation) explores the power of purpose-driven leadership through the Housing LIN #FutureLeaders Programme🏡
Learn how a shared vision for better housing, health & care sparks collaboration and inspires change🤝
🔗 www.housinglin.org.uk/blogs/The-Po... #HLINconf25
Excited for next week's Housing LIN Conference 2025 in London🎉
Huge thanks to our headline sponsors, Inspired Villages & UK Research and Innovation, and associate sponsors The Guinness Partnership, Housing 21 & PRP for their support!
Can’t wait to see you there! #HLINconf25
