The start of something brighter

Spring brings a sense of possibility, with longer days, brighter mornings, and a feeling that life can be enjoyed more fully. For many Adlington homeowners, that same feeling arrived after their move, as daily life became easier to manage, more sociable, and more enjoyable – the start of something brighter. A chapter where time, energy and independence are reclaimed.

Everyday enjoyment

Gloria and Peter moved to Broadleaf House after more than forty years in a large family bungalow. Today, Gloria describes how everyday moments now feel like a treat: “Every morning when I sit on the balcony with my coffee, I say to Peter, it feels like I’m on holiday. It
really does.

Gloria and Peter sitting in an Adlington apartment

“Our first night here was just so lovely. It’s so safe. We’re one floor up, we’ve got fob security, and you know there are staff here twenty-four hours a day. It gives you a completely different sense of reassurance.

Feeling Supported

Margaret moved to Brookfields House in March 2025, after seven years living independently following the loss of her husband.

Homeowners Margaret chatting with the general manager

“I have a more active social life here than before. The only problem is fitting it all in.”

What surprised her most was how quickly it felt settled and welcoming: “The first thing I noticed was how friendly everybody is. Every single person you meet speaks to you. I keep telling people, when they ask how I’m doing, ‘I’m in awe of it all’. I feel supported, safe and very happy.

“If I were advising someone considering moving into a retirement community, I’d say: do it now. Don’t hesitate. Do it while you’ve got the energy and mental ability to make the most of it, knowing there’s massive support here.”

Finding connections

While many homeowners talk about the simple pleasures of morning coffee, peace of mind, and feeling secure, others value the new friendships they form, everyday companionship and the sense of belonging they now feel.

Frank moved to Brookfields House, after many years living in a rural village.

“When I moved in, I knew I’d made the right decision. I settled immediately and have made new friends. I have no regrets at all. It’s been the right thing for me. We’ll sit, chat, share a bottle of wine. Everyone here is a friend.

“The greatest benefit has been the improvement to my well-being. Humans need community and now I have that.”

More time to enjoy life

Margaret and Keith moved to The Spindles in November 2023. “It’s like an extended family. It really is a community. We’re entertaining more than we ever did in our bungalow. Friends come to have lunch with us in the restaurant, and once they’ve tried it, they want to come again.”

They’ve also found themselves using the communal spaces as part of everyday life: “We usually sit in the homeowner’s lounge and It’s amazing how many people know we’re in there. They come in and we put our books down and chat away for an hour. It’s lovely.

Homeowners Margaret and Keith sitting in an Adlington Retirement living apartment

“We don’t ‘like’ living here. We love it! Moving here was the best thing we did.”

As spring arrives, these stories mark a new chapter for many Adlington homeowners. With a friendly community, reassurance close by and time to enjoy what matters most, the days ahead feel lighter and full of possibility.  

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