Comment

Representation ID: 18960

Received: 22/02/2007

Respondent: McCarthy and Stone UK Ltd.

Agent: The Planning Bureau Limited

Should concentrate on supplying private sheltered housing. High proportion of retired and nearly retired people. Elderly stay in their home a long time, resulting in under-occupation.

There is a shortage of private sheltered housing and stay put and adapt is not the best solution for many older people.

Private sheltered housing:-

. Increases availability of family type housing stock
. Helps people engage with the community
. Promotes independent living
. Is a home for life
. Benefits local economy significantly
. Alleviates pressure on the NHS
. Offers sufficient space and high standard specification for older people
. Transforms the quality of life of its residents.