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The aim is to create a framework that evaluates the impact of built environments on residents' quality of life in extra care housing.

From Evidence to Practice: Developing and Applying a Post-Occupancy Evaluation Framework to Extra Care Housing in the UK

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Develops a POE framework for assessing QoL in extra care housing, highlighting its implications for improving resident wellbeing.

The aim is to create a framework that evaluates the impact of built environments on residents' quality of life in extra care housing.
Conducted a systematic literature review to gather evidence.
Developed a 116-item checklist addressing six core quality of life domains.
Applied the framework across four extra care housing facilities in the UK.
Identified key environmental factors that enhance resident wellbeing, such as spatial adaptability and accessibility.
Demonstrated effectiveness in supporting aging-in-place strategies.
Provided actionable insights for architects and care providers to optimize current and future facilities.

Jung et al. (2026) studied this question.

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