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Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need
Finland is the only country in Europe where homelessness is in decline. The reason: the country applies the “Housing First” concept. Those affected by homelessness receive a small apartment and counselling – without any preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected thus make their way back into a stable life.
2020
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Trapped inside: Why social-housing apartments need an urgent revamp
A redesign and renovation of social-housing apartments across Australian cities is desperately needed to ensure older women with mobility issues are not trapped inside their homes.
During this Covid-19 isolation period, it has become apparent how inappropriate some social housing has become for older and disabled women.
2020
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Women's Housing Needs in Regional Australia
This report outlines key housing needs and challenges for women through national research undertaken across regional Australia. It offers new knowledge and insights that are relevant for policy and key decision makers across all levels of government, community housing providers, researchers and the private sector.
2020
Home for Good: Improving the Private Rental Market for Older Australians
Once considered a short-term housing option primarily for young adults, the private rental housing sector now accommodates 27 per cent of all households in Australia, with residents renting for much longer periods than in previous decades.
With diverse housing types covering a geographical range from urban to rural, the private rental sector can work well for the 6.3 million renters who can affor
2020
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Effective downsizing options for older Australians
Downsizing—commonly defined as the act of older people moving to a dwelling with fewer bedrooms, a smaller land area and a lower value is viewed by Government as a way to address affordability and use the housing stock more efficiently.
2020
Home for Good: Social Housing for an Ageing Population
In this policy brief, we turn our attention to Australia’s social housing sector.
2020
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11 types of senior living options
As baby boomers have reached retirement age, they’ve recognized the need for more retirement living options than their parents had. This US article examines 11 different options for senior living.
2019
CCRC Lasell Village Helps Propel Age-Friendly University Movement
Lasell Village is a Boston-area continuing care retirement community (CCRC) that is on the leading edge of several senior housing trends, notably intergenerational living and university partnerships.
2019
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The devastating biological consequences of homelessness
Understanding why living on the street seems to cause rapid aging could help homeless people — and governments.
Researchers at UCSF are trying to understand the biological effects of homelessness in older people.
2019
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WEL NSW Women and Housing Policy
This is the Women's Electoral Lobby policy statement on women and housing in Australia.
Women’s economic and other inequality creates disadvantage in accessing housing, including housing insecurity and homelessness.
2019
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"There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort."