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April Adlington Life Magazine 2025
Come out of winter hibernation, reconnect with life, break free from burdens
This month, filled with the sounds of the spring chorus, reminded us of the importance of personal connection.
Our homeowners describe how shaking off the burdens of a larger house has enabled them to spend more time with others, and they share the rewards of living more closely within their local community. Plus, operations Manager, Aimee, explains how in her role she experiences first-hand the benefits that connection brings.
As we enjoy the trees and hedgerows breaking into leaf, I hope you can enjoy a new connection blossoming this spring.
March Adlington Life Magazine 2025
Take control of your future and enjoy a fulfilling, stress-free life
As we officially welcome spring, it’s a great opportunity to take a fresh perspective and explore new possibilities.
This month, we talk to our homeowners about how they’ve preferred not to leave later life to chance, and we also look at how technology can shape all our lives for the future.
Amongst the seasonal celebration of the daffodil, and not forgetting the shamrock, enjoy a journey beyond the four walls of winter and prepare for a new, enjoyable chapter.
February Adlington Life Magazine 2025
Fall in love again, with a passion old or new
With all the talk of St Valentine’s Day this month, it’s easy to dismiss love as being for the young, but retirement can be the perfect time to find something new to fall in love with, or, to rediscover a passion from days gone by.
So, this month we invite you to join the retirement revolution; the over 60s refusing to give up, instead, preferring to grow older boldly. We share ideas you might fancy trying and we meet with Dot, a homeowner in Lytham, who shares how life long passions can keep you feeling young at heart.
As we limber up towards the spring, perhaps you can find a new passion to enjoy this month.
January Adlington Life Magazine 2025
Make time for you this year.
Increasingly, studies are suggesting that prioritising your well-being is essential for a healthier and happier life, so this month we focus on how that looks as we age. Ideas on how to help combat loneliness, and why building valuable connections can be beneficial both mentally and physically. Not forgetting, of course, the usual features to bring a smile as we embrace winter. We hope you enjoy this month’s issue, maybe with your favourite hot drink.
November & December Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Warm and welcoming – stay safe and connected this festive season
As the dark nights settle in, this time of year can often bring a mix of emotions. For some, it stirs feelings of loneliness and worry, so with this edition of Adlington Life, we hope to offer a little extra warmth, inspiration, and hope as we look forward to the festive season.
Discover thoughtful gifting ideas, recipes perfect for gatherings, and party games for everyone to enjoy. We’ve also included a chat with General Manager Jane about exciting plans at The Spindles, along with inspiring stories from our homeowners. And if that’s not enough, there’s a fun quiz to test your knowledge and maybe challenge a friend or family.
Let’s make the most of the season together.
October Adlington Life Magazine 2024
The season of plenty – a time of abundance and gratitude
October is often seen as a time for transition and reflection, with crisp autumn air, vibrant foliage, and shorter days. For many, it’s a time for harvest and abundance, as people gather the fruits of their labour before winter.
As the season fully shifts from summer to autumn, it can also be a time for embracing change. In this edition we speak to homeowner Anne, who did just that, not only for herself but also for her family. We hear from Karen our in-house Senior Sales Progressor, who guides our buyers through every step of the moving process. Plus, with Halloween at the end of the month, it’s a time for creativity and celebration, so we‘ve added a touch of spooky fun.
September Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Learn a little, give a little, live a lot more
As September arrives, we might still catch a few lingering days of summer, but it’s also the month when we start to prepare for the cooler days ahead. Over this month and into October The Sidings, Lytham and Brookfields House, Newcastle-under-Lyme have some exciting events lined up. We’re delighted to welcome our friend and TV personality, David Harper, who will be joining us to discuss all things show business, with a unique twist on antiques and his experiences on TV.
In this edition, we also have the pleasure of chatting with homeowner and art enthusiast Jane, who shares her captivating life story. Don’t miss the latest instalment of Fact or Fiction, along with tips from our in-house designers on how to bring an autumnal touch to your home. Plus, we’ll embark on learning a new skill together, one that is rewarding, satisfying, and offers a new way to communicate.
So, sit back, relax, and we hope you enjoy this month’s edition of Adlington Life.
August Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Finding happiness, home and away
August has arrived, bringing a variety of joys for everyone. For some, it’s a time to harvest the fruits of seeds sown in spring, enjoying the tangible rewards of hard work. For others, August represents cherished family time, or a well-deserved break.
In this month’s edition, we delve into the concept of “holiday highs” and explore whether this phenomenon is real.
We feature an insightful story from homeowners Tim and Angela, who share their reasons for moving to an Adlington community.
And, the third instalment of our popular series, “Fact or Fiction” continues to explore and debunk common myths associated with requirement living.
July Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Strawberries and sport – sounds like summer bliss – Lets dispel those common myths
With July in our midst we welcome the warmer weather with delight. This month, our focus is on enjoying the outdoors, especially as the sporting season begins. We have an exclusive interview with our very own Olympian, look at how reflecting back on achievements can be rewarding, and handpick some outdoor entertainment suggestions. Plus, we’re hosting a lineup of events you’re invited to join.
In our ongoing “fact or fiction” series, we explore the myths about retirement living in part two.
Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, entertainment lover or want to know more about retirement living, we hope you find this edition enjoyable
June Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Fact or Fiction – Lets dispel those common myths
As we officially welcome the summer this month, and hope for warm sunny days, many of us will be watching the weather to help plan our outside activities.
Not only can the forecasts sometimes seem like fiction, tales of what it could be like living in a retirement community can blur reality. So, this month, we start a new feature to explore some of the myths and misunderstandings to help provide you with a more balanced view.
If you are planning to spend more time outdoors this month, we also share tips for summer fun in the garden and ways to get your healthy steps in. Enjoy.
May Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Drink-in the fresh air and enjoy May in full swing
With spring now in full swing, May is often considered the most beautiful of months filled with bird song and blossom. A time when enjoying the outdoors and especially our gardens fills us with anticipation for the warm summer ahead.
This month we explore how being in the garden and amongst plants can help your well-being, and we hear from a homeowner about the benefits of no longer having to worry about maintaining her own garden.
We hope you can enjoy fresh air and nature a little more this month.
April Adlington Life Magazine 2024
The perfect season for getting social with family and friends, especially the furry ones
With spring now firmly upon us, and we relish the re-emergence of nature and wildlife, this could be the month for new beginnings of our own.
At this time of year we are also reminded of our own connections, and with evidence that socialising plays a positive part in our well-being, perhaps a new friendship could be just the tonic. Not forgetting of course, the bonds with our four-legged friends are equally as important.
So, whether you have a formal meet-up in the diary or a simple natter with a neighbour, embrace the benefits and get together this April.
March Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Dust off the cobwebs, Spring is in the air.
The increasing return of daylight is always welcomed, as are warmer temperatures and the chance to think about new beginnings.
This month we explore the importance of keeping active to help maintain independence; how a spring clean can be a great chance to start decluttering; and homeowners Margaret and John talk to us about how they’ve prepared for the future.
Whatever your plans this spring, we hope you can look forward to a new season filled with positivity and opportunity.
February Adlington Life Magazine 2024
Enjoy love laughter and friendship this month
February; the middle of winter, and a time to look forward to a much awaited spring next month, whilst hopefully keeping warm indoors.
This month we celebrate the emergence of beauty in our gardens, introduce you to one of our architects Matt, who specialises in making all our spaces, and your new apartment, expertly designed. Plus, we share a cup of tea with homeowner Dr Trevor who lives at our community in Lytham, and shares some sound advice on the benefits he’s felt since moving.
Whatever your plans this month, take some time out to get comfy with a warm drink and enjoy this month’s magazine.
January Adlington Life Magazine 2024
A time to cosy-up and plan.
Whilst for some, January feels like the gloomiest time of year with the festivities over and long, cold, dark nights dragging on, it can, however, also be a chance to get the year ahead in order, with worries resolved and exciting plans in place. This month we suggest things to do and look out for, along with tips and of course, a bit of fun over your morning coffee.
We also introduce you to one of our executive chefs who shares a recipe you might like to try, and you can get to know one of our homeowners, Margaret.