Alternative housing models for precariously housed older Australians

Abstract

older Australians; movement towards higher density developments in amenity-rich locations; the scope for housing to deliver social, safety, security, health and wellbeing benefits; and, the need for a diverse range of housing options for older people. research project on alternative models The project brings together the findings of a review of alternative housing models and evidence collected from a range of key informants to identify models that could be expanded in Australia to create more and better housing options for lower income older people. The review drew on academic, policy and industry literature from Australia and overseas, with a focus on models that are relatively uncommon in Australia. The key informants included Australian stakeholders (housing and aged care providers, developers, architects, planners and advocates) and international housing experts from the US, Canada, UK, Singapore and New Zealand. Ninety-six Australian stakeholders completed an online survey and 16 were interviewed. Five international housing experts were interviewed and provided written responses to questions. The project of seven composite housing models representing different combinations of these attributes that trade-offs that be necessary to ensure affordability, and need diverse range of housing options). The appeal of these models among the target population will be tested in the third supporting research project, while their feasibility and scalability will be explored further in the Inquiry research activities.