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A recent discussion with Caring Transitions brand President, Ray Fabik, provided valuable insights into collaborating with seniors housing/CCRC providers and Caring Transitions operators nationwide. Looking ahead, Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) are poised to benefit greatly from Caring Transitions' optimal moving and resettling services. By addressing relocation stress syndrome (RSS), these services significantly reduce the anxiety and confusion seniors often experience during major life changes. This aligns with insights from the latest NIC commentary on occupancy trends and rent growth patterns. Our strategic partnership ensures a seamless transition for residents, enhancing satisfaction and supporting CCRCs in providing exceptional care and living environments. CCRC Performance 1Q 2024: Occupancy Trends vs. Rent Growth Patterns (nic.org)

Thanks to the inestimable Rory Cramer, Olly McGinn and HomeViews team for the brilliant celebration of BtR at yesterday’s Residents’ Choice Awards. It was a fitting salute to the most innovative, adaptable, and thriving companies in the sector and a privilege to address the audience (Mike Tindall pretending to be interested in what I was saying below) and to moderate one of the in-depth panels. As HomeViews continues its journey under the stewardship of Rightmove, it was a great to hear from their CEO, Johan Svanstrom, whose understanding and passion for the BtR and Co-living sectors was in evidence. Some conclusions: 🚀 The BtR sector still has work to do with external stakeholders – it is a big political year and decision-makers in national and local government are still not committed to, or aware of, the huge benefits the sector can bring in the delivery of new homes across a wide range of affordability and type. Our research into political attitudes identifies a huge gap in political knowledge that needs to be addressed with the next parliament. https://lnkd.in/eTrEbySk 🏦 HomeViews provides a vital role in helping BtR get better at what it is already very good at. The insights help drive shifts in on-the-ground service and estate management, the range of amenities, an up-stream in the conception and design of new developments. 🌝 HomeViews also provides something else very important – verifiable and true storytelling from real people, from across the UK, from all walks of life, of how the build to rent sector provides them with a place they are happy to call home. At Cavendish we are front and centre in the sector, providing advice to BtR and Co-Living clients across government relations, corporate communications, marketing, creative and digital services. Our planning communications teams, across our 8 UK offices, also help to engage communities and advocate to politicians during the planning process, helping to deliver thousands of new BtR homes. If you want to find out more, please get in touch to max.camplin@cavendishconsulting.com #HomeViewsAwards #buildtorent #new #homes #planning #politics 

I’m not sure what constitutes an All-Star in PBSA. By the looks of it, about 10,000 beds a blue suit or a blue men’s M&S jumper and definitely a…. erm… anyway… (great that the audience called this lack of diversity out - Rebecca O'Hare). Really good panel moderated expertly by Duncan Garrood, great transparency and allowed conversation to flow. Refreshing to hear Robert Moyle deliver some Aussie honesty to the audience about the lack of credible staff training. “Most people drop into this career by accident, it’s a terrific career and a terrific opportunity, this isn’t just bricks and mortar, what culture do you want to achieve?” Boris Olujic knows they have a long way to go on diversity but it sounds like there is meaningful change at Apollo. Ioannis Verdelis quickky offered a case study on diversity and meritocracy at Vita Barcelona. Culture is king (or queen) at Vita. Alex Pease of Fresh understands the frustration of students regarding affordability, but explained the single biggest thing to reduce cost is to build more. (Just look at Coventry). He knows better than most how difficult it is to build affordable PBSA. Jamie Harris explained how there is mainly a desire from funds to focus on direct let rather than nominated beds because of the rent increases and NOI this freedom brings. The panellists agreed that they would spend £100 million of Brian Welsh’s money on structured joint ventures in the UK, forward funds. Rob Moyle however called out the issues with PMS not being a silver bullet currently. #pbsa #studentpw #studenthousing #studentaccommodation #property

Introducing the proposed principles of a groundbreaking new Build to Rent (BTR) Code of Practice by the Association for Rental Living (ARL) – formerly the UKAA. This initiative, driven by ARL members and broader stakeholders, aims to establish a clear framework defining the ethos and standards of the BTR sector, setting it apart from Buy to Let / PRS models. Now, it's time for the BTR community to step up and contribute! We're calling on the sector to join us in road-testing these seven principles, offering insights and perspectives on their practical implementation. 🔍 The Seven Principles of the BTR Code of Practice: This is an opportunity for the BTR sector to shape its future and demonstrate its commitment to excellence and innovation. Let's work together to deliver a foundational initiative for the sector to build on, defining the culture and standards to which BTR operates, setting the sector apart from the wider Buy to Let / private rental sector. Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/dWeByc6i #BuildToRent #theARL #BTRCodeofPractice #CommunityBuilding 🌟

👏 On the train home after a fantastic two days at the #NHFFinance conference! Great to meet many new people and to catch up with familiar faces. It was inspiring to hear about the sector's resilience amidst ongoing challenges. 🧗🏻However there is still a lot to do. A key statistic from the conference that really struck a chord with many was the fact that 142000 children in the UK are homeless - we owe it to future generations to work together on solving the UK’s housing need. Key themes from today's sessions revolved around 5 Cs: 🔹 Challenges: there are still many hurdles for the sector to overcome but we are a resilient sector and have risen to many challenges before - we can do it again! 🔹 Collaboration: housing associations and local authorities may not be able to do this on their own - they are part of the solution but wider partnerships and innovative solutions are crucial. 🔹 Certainty: Stability in government policies, rent settlement and funding is needed for the sector and investors to have the certainty they need to properly plan for and invest in the future 🔹 Consistency: A stable working environment for investors is key to them continuing to invest and maintaining stable ratings 🔹 Capital: More investment is required for repairs, retrofitting, decarbonisation, meeting new consumer standards and new development amongst many other competing demands on their business - there are a variety of ways to achieve this- some quicker wins and others more complex and from a variety of different solutions Also discussed: 🔸 Campaigning: Stakeholders must advocate for their needs and ensure the sector’s voice is heard at a crucial political time 🔸 Convergence: Rent convergence was discussed as part of the solution for fairer access to housing - albeit this may be more complex to implement 🔸 CPOs: the mention of this as part of the solution did raise a few questions and discussion in the audience but will potentially be part of the solution for building new homes and new towns at scale. Whatever the challenges to come it is still really important for RPs to ensure good governance, know and maintain their stock and ultimately look after their tenants. If you would like to discuss any of the points raised at the conference do get in touch with any of our housing team colleagues at Bevan Brittan LLP #BBhousing #affordablehomes #NHF

A leading magazine recently published an article on the integration of NHS health data with social housing information, with an exciting pilot project taking place in Liverpool. I believe this is a fantastic step forward! If you are passionate about this initiative or have solutions or products that address challenges in social housing and health, I invite you to check out our webinar series. This could be a great opportunity for you to lead the conversation and engage with over 45,000 subscribers from the housing industry. #housingindustryleaders #socialhousing #webinar

Discover how Fitwel Certification System supports Harrison Street's goal of 200 #FitwelCertification properties across their portfolio, spanning from student housing to senior living. Learn more in their Corporate Impact Report: https://ow.ly/9Y3v50SPMPU

**ENTRIES FOR THE 2024 LGC AWARDS CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON FRIDAY** As usual, entry is quick, easy and FREE! To enter you only have to tell us in up to 1,000 words why you should be a winner. Why enter? - Benchmark your best practice in front of your fellow colleagues - Highlight your organization's commitment to the excellent services you provide - Demonstrate you are at the cutting edge of service improvement and innovation and have confidence in what you do - Say thank you to staff and boost morale - Encourage improvement across the sector and share great work There is still time to enter one of the 22 exciting categories https://lnkd.in/dpPYjBRy with the opportunity to be part of the BIGGEST celebration of excellence in local government on 12 June 2024. **Register here https://lnkd.in/dw2qPtDq in seconds and submit your entry by midnight on Friday 15 December.** If you need any help with your entry or for any further information please call Kieran McDougall on 020 3953 2019, email him at Kieran.McDougall@emap.com or book a slot in his calendar for a quick chat here https://bit.ly/3PFhtNd #Localgov #LGA #Localgovernment #Councilchiefexecutives #Healthandsocialcare #Childrenservices #Localgovernmentchronicle #LGC #LGIU #Councils #Childrensservices #ADCS #Socialcare #Socialequality #Healthandsocialcare #Diversityandinclusion #Construction #Socialhousing #Publichealth #Innovation #Digitalcouncils #Place #Placemaking #Futureplaces #ADPH #Communities #Waste #Recycling #Townplanning #Architecture #Climateaction #Netzero #Environmentalservices #Housing #Partnerships #PPP #NetZeroCarbon #Streetcleaning #Diversity #Inclusion #EconomicDevelopment #EconomicSupport #Finance #Localgovernmentfinance #CIPFA #Affordablehousing #Innovation #Housingdesign #Transformation #ERP #EPM #Towncentredesign #Socialwork #Localtransport #Infrastructure #Regeneration #Finance #DCN #CCN #Teamwork #TeamoftheYear #Thebiggestawardsinlocalgovernment

Thanks Wesley Ankrah from Savills for coming into HBD in London to discuss all things Social Value with the wider team. A few key takeaways: 👉 a focus on collecting the data on the social value we are delivering across schemes. 👉 Ensuring good governance and long term reporting of social value delivery. 👉 Social value begins with the local audit so we supplement to what is already happening and what communities need We continue on our journey as HBD and Henry Boot PLC #placeswithpurpose #socialvalue #learninganddevelopment Subomi Fapohunda Harry Bunbury James C. Jack Kidder

For anyone thinking about NHS system estate strategies and future population needs - highly recommend checking out the webinar below with Kathy McLean Joe Cruden Stuart Windsor and Smriti Singh! #nhs #NHP #ICS #estates