The former international lorry driver, who suffered a stroke in his mid fifties which left him paralysed down his right side and later had a fall which broke his hip and led to him being unable to walk, says exercises in the gym are changing his life.

Hayley, who gained a degree in dance before training for health and fitness, reports that a number of disabled residents like John, who are using the gym and her training programmes, are showing remarkable improvements.

She says both residents and Friends can use the gym and there are already quite a number of outsiders taking advantage of the excellent facilities.

John adds: "In fact the Village concept itself offers a lifestyle change for the better for all residents and as my health continues to improve, I hope to tackle even more ExtraCare activities."

Go to the links below for more information about our two villages in Milton Keynes:

Lovat Fields Village or Shenley Wood Village