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Housing Case Studies

 |  Case-studies

Age Friendly Ireland developed this report in collaboration with Age Friendly Technical Advisors in each of the 31 local authorities. The document highlights how Ireland is preparing housing provision for …

ACORN Tablet Project

 |  Fact sheets

The ACORN smart tablet design is the outcome of studies and pilots summarized herein, where the views and experiences of older people were taken on board in the final layout, …

A Guide to Doing Work around the House

 |  Tips and tricks

Created by the OPR (The Office of the Planning Regulator). This leaflet is a practical guide to what work you can do around your house without needing to apply for …

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Town Centre First Policy

 |  Design guidelines, Planning and regulation, Policy

The aim of the policy is to create town centres that are “viable, vibrant and attractive” places to live and work. The policy is designed to boost rural Irish towns.

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TUH Integrated Care Study

 |  Case-studies, Research

This study will explore the linkages between housing conditions and older people’s health with a view to informing housing providers and policy makers of the key components of healthy homes. …

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Healthy Age Friendly Homes Programme

 |  Fact sheets, Planning and regulation, Policy, Tips and tricks

The Healthy Age Friendly Homes Programme is an initiative, funded by Sláintecare, that aims to enable older people to continue living in their homes or in a home more suited to their needs, …

Age Friendly Seating

 |  Design guidelines, Tips and tricks

Seating is a really important component of Age Friendly communities. Appropriate seating supports people of all ages and abilities to access their local community. appreciates an opportunity to rest, and …

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