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How to talk to your parents about downsizing? Here’s our stress-free guide to helping them!

Wondering if now’s a good time to downsize for your parents? Discover smart tips to convince them and make downsizing stress-free and simple.

Recognising the emotional signs that you’re ready to retire

In this article, we explore key emotional signs that suggest you're ready to embrace retirement.

Celebrate Volunteers Week: The Impact of Giving Your Time

We sat down this Volunteers Week with Charity Volunteering Lead Lou Jeavons and Managing Director of Retail Cherry Whiteside to discuss volunteering for ExtraCare and the importance of the IiV standard.

Why the first few years of retirement are so important​

Here’s why the first few years of retirement are so important and how to make the most of it!

Meet the Team: Laura Davies

Want to know a little more about our ExtraCare team? Meet Laura our Head of Care and Wellbeing.

Do more of what makes you happy in retirement

We believe that retirement isn’t just about staying busy, it’s about using your time wisely to do more of what truly makes you happy.

Wellbeing in IRCs Week: Meet our Wellbeing Clinical Supervisor

Our Wellbeing Supervisor Lisa talks to us about everything from the most rewarding aspects of her job to the unique, in honour of Wellbeing in IRCs week.

Celebrating Wellbeing in IRCs Week: Meet our team & discover the benefits for residents

In celebration of Wellbeing in Integrated Retirement Communities Week, we're excited to shine a spotlight on Becky from our dedicated Wellbeing Team.

Wellbeing in IRCs: An interview with ExtraCare’s Wellbeing Research and Innovation Lead

In honour of Wellbeing in IRC's week, we wanted to reintroduce you to ExtraCare's Wellbeing and Innovation Lead, Michael Spellman. 

Love in Later Life: Sandra and Graham

Sandra met Graham at ExtraCare’s Hagley Road Village. Their friendship grew into something more. Sandra discusses finding love again in later life and what it means to her.

How to stay positive in difficult times: 8 uplifting tips

Here are eight practical and uplifting tips to help you stay positive and resilient through difficult times and life's challenges.

Energy Saving Week: How can we do our part to save energy?

To explore how we’re supporting Energy Saving Week, Melisa Cirakli, Environment and Sustainability Officer discusses the initiatives, strategies, and practical tips we’re implementing across our villages.