This book provides practitioners with the foundations onto which they can build their own understanding and practice within housing.

It is based on two fundamental principles: the importance of homes becoming enabling environments, and promoting user-centred services. The authors argues that occupational therapists working in the distinct context of housing require additional background knowledge and professional skills to those used within healthcare settings.

• Explores a broad range of theory bases and developing practice within the area of occupational therapy in housing
• Presents a vast array of knowledge, research and experience
• Written by occupational therapists working as practitioners, educators and managers, alongside academics in the social policy and disability issues