As a new chapter in your life begins, a change of scenery could be just what you need to enjoy a fulfilling retirement. With beautiful locations and convenient transport links, retiring in the UK has plenty of advantages. But with so many options, deciding how to choose a retirement location is far from easy. If you need help deciding where to retire in the UK, we can help you out with some of the best places you can retire.
Apartment Owners at Churchill Living’s Dutton Lodge development in Penrith have been bonding over the ancient game of ‘Carrom’.
While making friends as a child happens naturally, working out how to make friends as an adult can be tough. As we change with age, so does our health, our routines and our social circles. For these reasons, it’s not hard to see why loneliness has been a big concern for up to ¼ of adults over 65. But don’t let that deter you from connecting with new people! Want the secrets to making friends as an older adult? You've come to the right place.
When it comes to retirement preparation, few decisions are more important than location. If only the choice was a straightforward one! As well as considering issues like cost and health, you also need to find a perfect fit for your dream retirement lifestyle.
Beck Lodge owners were treated to a talk about the history of Cliveden House in Buckingham by fellow owner, Annette Scudamore. Annette spent many years as a volunteer at Cliveden House, giving tours and history talks to visitors, prior to relocating to Park Gate to live nearer to family. Annette also brought along books and postcards to support the presentation which everyone enjoyed the opportunity to see.
Churchill’s Beck Lodge development in Park Gate welcomed local MP Suella Braverman for coffee, cake and a taste of the retirement living lifestyle with its community of apartment Owners on Friday 11th March.
91-year-old Barbara Baigent has been a huge fan of the Exeter Chiefs for over 20 years, but she rarely gets to see them play. Thanks to the team at Lockyer Lodge in Sidford, where Barbara now lives, she was able to visit the Sandy Park stadium for the first time recently, and she was delighted to see her beloved team triumph over the Saracens.
Whether you are on the way to town or simply need a fun distraction, completing a jigsaw is a productive way to pass the time. But did you know it also has a load of health benefits for seniors? As we grow older, completing a puzzle now and then is a great way of exercising your brain and boosting your mental health. Not only that - it’s also a lot of fun!
Stylish 74-year-old Alison Edwards could never have considered moving without her beloved dog Titch, but thanks to Churchill Living’s pet friendly policy she was able to bring her furry friend with her when downsizing to a brand new apartment at Langton Lodge.
73-year-old Malcolm was daunted by the thought of downsizing from a large house to a one bedroom apartment at Harington Lodge in Chichester, but now he’s done it he couldn’t be happier and wants to encourage others to do the same.