John and Marcia had been looking for a bungalow until they heard about The Cottons. They quickly decided the beautiful apartments, stunning gardens and friendly community were just what they were looking for. “We met when I was playing bowls in a park and Marcia was with her friends,” said John. “I was 24 and […]
Finding community, purpose and peace of mind at Broadleaf House Rob has always been a man on the move. From travelling the world in...
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Sue moved to The Woodlands in June 2022 to be closer to her family. “My decision to move here was a combination of wanting...
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Maura and David’s New Chapter: Community and Support at The Newells After more than six decades together, Maura and David moved to The Newells...
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When Anne moved to The Sidings in January 2023, she looked forward to new friendships and the support of a community whilst remaining independent....
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When Jane moved to The Sidings in November 2022, she looked forward to becoming part of a thriving community. “When you’ve had a very...
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From North Atlantic watch to a safe harbour: Tony’s next great adventure After seven decades of marriage, family life and globe-trotting work, Tony has...
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Moving to a retirement community with a canine companion At just six months old, Poppy is the youngest resident of Jacobs Gate, Adlington Retirement...
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Ursula and daughter Steffie on life at The Woodlands: “It feels like being on permanent holiday” When Ursula moved to The Woodlands in February...
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Caring For A Parent When You Live Overseas For Duncan, who lives in Canada, ensuring his parents’ well-being from across the Atlantic was always...
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Since moving to The Spindles in November 2023, Margaret and Keith have made new friends and enjoyed entertaining old ones. Margaret: “It’s like an...
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Ann and Harry moved to The Sidings in December and were married on Ann’s 80th birthday in February. Ann said: “We’ve known each other...
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Bess had never considered living in a retirement community, but since moving to The Woodlands in June 2022, she has been enjoying a better...
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When Angela and Tim moved to The Spindles, they looked forward to having support on hand whenever they need it and to leaving behind...
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Gloria and Peter: A new rhythm of life at Broadleaf House When Gloria and Peter opened the door to their new Broadleaf House apartment...
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Nigel moved to Jacobs Gate in December 2020. His children, Maria and David, wanted to make sure he would be happy in his new...
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When Frank moved to Brookfields House in Newcastle-under-Lyme in September 2024, it marked not just a change of address, but the beginning of a...
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John and Marcia had been looking for a bungalow until they heard about The Cottons. They quickly decided the beautiful apartments, stunning gardens and...
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Richard and Elaine have never been afraid of a house move. During more than 50 years of marriage, they have lived in Derbyshire, Essex,...
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After a major life event in February 2019, Edna wanted to move to an apartment with a friendly community and some practical support. Edna...
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Lesley moved to The Newells in November 2023 to maintain her independent lifestyle with support in place for the future. “I’m 75 but in...
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David moved to The Spindles at the end of April 2024, following his late wife’s advice: ‘Don’t become a slave to the house’. The...
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Margaret moved to a three bedroomed apartment at The Folds in January 2022, having previously lived in in Marple Bridge for 35 years in...
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Pat and Michelle: Finding strength in community at The Woodlands When Pat and Michael moved to The Woodlands in August 2022, they were looking...
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“We weren’t getting older, the neighbours were getting younger!” Joan and her husband Bill wanted to live life to the full without the worries...
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Since moving to The Sidings in April 2023, Trevor has enjoyed becoming part of a thriving community. “I’m more socially active here than I...
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Dr Cath, aged 80, appreciates having a supportive community since she moved to The Sidings, in Lytham, in February 2023. “It all seemed to...
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Before moving to The Woodlands in May 2022, John and Margaret had lived in their family house in Heald Green for 47 years. They...
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Dot moved to The Sidings in Lytham just before her 88th birthday in March 2022. A life brimming with stories, Dot’s journey has been...
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