Loneliness is killing us – we must start treating this disease
A report says loneliness is more deadly than obesity – the challenge now is to help lonely people connect.
Loneliness twice as unhealthy as obesity for older people, study finds
Scientists found that the loneliest were nearly twice as likely to die during their six-year study than the least lonely.
‘Sociable’ housing helps older people remain in the community
Cohousing and Homeshare can be ideal for older people who want a wider social life than care homes can provide.
Co-housing: a lifestyle with community spirit built into the foundations
Co-housing, which began in Denmark in the 1960s, is spreading as a lifestyle choice across Britain.
Come together: Could communal living be the solution to our housing crisis?
Sarah Morrison visits five of the country’s ‘alternative’ co-habitational projects to find out.
Cohousing offers a healthier way to live and a more sustainable business model
The Lancaster Cohousing development is testament to the passion, practicality and persistence of its members.
Why housing associations shouldn’t be afraid of cohousing
Putting the days of communes and hippies behind them, co-ops are becoming increasingly popular. Anita Pati finds out why cohousing is taking off.
‘It’s like a mini Centre Parcs!’
Imagine a community where you like your neighbours. You share meals and your children grow up together. Joanna Moorhead on the growth in cohousing.
Could cohousing transform affordable housing in an era of no money?
Experimenting with shared amenities can save space and money and help to develop strong, supportive and vibrant communities, says Toby Lloyd.
Communal living: Love thy neighbourhood
Share your car, share childcare costs, share energy bills, but still enjoy the privacy of your own home. Welcome to the new age of communal living. Miles Brignall reports.