International Mens Day: Retirement Village Men’s Club proves Lifeline for Retirees
A retirement village has created a new lifeline for men dealing with isolation and mental health struggles in the form of a men’s only ‘Lads Group’.
November 13, 2024
Stress Awareness Day – ExtraCare’s Wellbeing and Innovation Lead shares his coping strategies
Michael Spellman, ExtraCare’s Wellbeing and Innovation Lead shares his thoughts on coping strategies and exercises we can take to improve our mental health.
November 6, 2024
Talking to our trustees: Insights for Trustees’ Week
As Trustees' Week kicks off, it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the individuals who play a vital role in shaping our Charity’s future.
October 28, 2024
Meet the Team: Ange Carpenter
Want to find out a little more about our ExtraCare team? Meet Ange our Executive Director for Governance and Compliance.
October 28, 2024
The ultimate retirement plan for UK residents aged 60 +
Whether you're planning to retire or have already taken the leap, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about retirement.
October 15, 2024
On Grandparents Day, here are 4 ways to spend quality time with your grandparents
On Grandparents Day, here are 4 ways to spend quality time with your grandparents. There are always so many things to do in a day. Sometimes, it feels like there just aren't enough hours - especially when you get busy. But some of the most precious moments that you'll ever experience in your life will come from spending time with your grandparents.
October 1, 2024
Thriving Through Ageing: How ExtraCare communities adapt to age related challenges
At ExtraCare our 20 communities have adapted to age related challenges with innovative approaches, supportive communities, and positive resident mindsets to make a difference. Take a look at how we combat typical challenges and work with our residents to encourage healthy ageing.
September 30, 2024
How we saved our retirement village residents over £5m!
We recently sat down with our Welfare Benefits Advisors who discussed how they helped residents find financial relief, saving over £5m!
September 23, 2024
What is a retirement village? – Our Complete Guide
What is a retirement village? Here we cover everything from the costs, the facilities, and the answers to our most frequently asked questions.
September 16, 2024
5 Lifestyle hacks to stay young at heart
Age is just a number right? And the trick is to remain youthful on the inside. But how exactly do you stay ‘young at heart’? Here are our secrets…
September 4, 2024
The 6 signs you’re lonely in retirement and how to overcome it
In this blog post we recognise the signs of being lonely in retirement, and more importantly, how to overcome it.
August 27, 2024
How to find purpose in life after retirement
Retirement is an opportunity to embark on a new chapter in life and a chance to pursue your passions. Here are some ways to help you find your purpose after retirement.
August 20, 2024