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Older homeless women's identity negotiation: agency, resistance and the construct of a valued self
Abstract
There is a growing awareness that the adult homeless population is ageing, mirroring the general US population trend. Although men still outnumber women among the adult homeless population, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of women, including older
women, seeking shelter each night.
2017
Affordable, Accessible, Appropriate housing for older Australians
This presentation looks at the major issues relating to housing options of affordability, accessibility and appropriateness, for older Australians.
Affordable: Most retirees have adequate housing; higher net transfers not viable
Accessible: Storm clouds are ahead for retiree home ownership and renting
Appropriate: Downsizing is wanted, but harder than it should be
(COTA National Policy Forum
2017
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Evaluation of Extra Care Housing in Wales
Extra care is an important element of efforts to diversify provision and increase choice for older people. Extra care housing is a broad concept rather than a specific housing type. It provides independent living in a home of your own, but with services on hand if they are required.
2017
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90 Day Design Innovation in Social Housing Project – Case Study
Housing that supports health, wellbeing and independence for older people is an important aspect of developing South Australia’s capacity as an age friendly state.
Between December 2016 and March 2017, Office for the Ageing (OFTA) undertook a 90 Day Design Innovation in Social Housing Project to discover how housing and precinct design can respond to the needs of older Housing SA tenants as they
2017
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The funding and delivery of programs to reduce homelessness: the case study evidence
This research investigated how services supporting those experiencing homelessness are funded, and how different forms and levels of funding, together with diverse funding sources, impact on the delivery of homelessness assistance. This study is based on nine case studies focused on different service models, organisational forms and potential new ways of funding services for the homeless.
2017
Advancing Cohousing for Seniors
Research objectives:
- Increased understanding of the concept of cohousing, what it can offer for seniors, and which cohousing options are best suited to seniors.
- Increased awareness among seniors and other relevant stakeholders of cohousing options.
- Strategic actions implemented to increase the uptake of cohousing by seniors in NSW.
- More NSW seniors are able to age with dignity because the
2017
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Older people's housing, care and support needs in Greater Cambridge 2017-2036
Addressing the needs of a rapidly ageing population in both SCDC and Cambridge City will require decisive action. It is acknowledged in recent policy and research documents that to meet this challenge, a system of provision is required which includes and connects together the following five components:
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2017
The Role of the Socio-Physical Environment on Aging in Place for Older Adults in Cohousing and Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities
The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the influence of the physical and social environment of home and neighbourhood on aging in place processes among older adults in NORC and cohousing communities in Canada.
2017
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Housing equity withdrawal: Perceptions of obstacles among older Australian home owners and associated service providers
Housing wealth dominates the asset portfolios of the older population in Australia and many other countries. Given the anticipated spike in fiscal costs associated with population ageing, there is growing policy interest in housing equity withdrawal (HEW) to finance living needs in retirement.
2017
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Preventing Evictions of Senior Tenants in the GTA
This paper presents our findings from conversations and consultations about the issue of seniors' evictions across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). It is intended as a starting point from which communities can move toward finding solutions to this growing issue.
2017
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"There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort."