Current policy is to supply care to the in-care population, but money for this is limited. Much of the social housing stock is without central heating and basic facilities such as inside toilets. Mobility Access to a car is limited, most older people have to rely on public services. Free bus passes are useless to people who cannot get to these services. The Royal National Institute for the Blind reports that many visually impaired individuals become housebound.
Older people are vulnerable to bogus callers.
BCOP keep a list of contractors who provide a quality service. The external environment is also of importance to older people. The modern world with its fast, busy surroundings can also be a source of stress to people who prefer a slower way of life. They also feel safer if they can see a uniformed presence. This is not unsurprising since many older people live alone without contact with friends and family even when they live nearby.