Comparative Evaluation of Models of Housing with Care for Later Life

A growing number of housing schemes for older people combine independent living with relatively high levels of care. However, there are questions about what, if any, model works best for older people. The authors examine how different models of housing with care address the needs of older people. The longitudinal study compares seven different housing with care schemes, including ‘village’ style and smaller schemes operated by a range of provider organisations in different locations. It considers: - what makes schemes distinctive, - services and resources, and - how different needs for housing, care and support are balanced.