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Retirement Living Development of the Year Award
For homes that make later life better
About this category
The Retirement Living Development of the Year Award recognises a retirement or later living development that combines independence, community and care.
The judges look for thoughtful design, resident wellbeing and happy residents.
Eligibility
Open to retirement and later living developments, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries are judged on design for later life
- Resident wellbeing and feedback
- Community and services
Qualitative criteria
- The aim and why it mattered
- How it was designed and delivered
- Who was involved
Metrics
- Results achieved
- People, homes or businesses reached
- Return on the investment
Additional criteria
- Include outcomes in figures where possible
- Images where relevant and a word from somebody who benefited
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