Evidence briefing - Extra care housing in the UK: A scoping review

Key Points

• The review aims to examine the effectiveness of extra care housing in providing support and care services for the elderly in the UK.
• Conducted a scoping review of existing literature on extra care housing
• Analyzed various housing models used for elderly support
• Evaluated outcomes related to care services within these housing frameworks
• Identified several effective housing models that enhance care for the elderly
• Highlighted gaps in current research regarding best practices
• Provided insights for policymakers to improve housing strategies for elderly populations