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ExtraCare announces Matt Rickards as new Chief Executive

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust has appointed Matt Rickards as its new Chief Executive, with effect from 12th October. Matt, currently ExtraCare’s Executive Director Operations, will succeed Mick Laverty, who is retiring after ten years as Chief Executive.

ExtraCare Celebrates Outstanding Colleagues at Its First Ever Staff Awards

ExtraCare has proudly celebrated the remarkable achievements of colleagues across the organisation at its inaugural Staff Awards, held on Monday 16th March at Coombe Abbey in Warwickshire.

ExtraCare Welcomes Two New Trustees to Strengthen Governance and Strategic Leadership

The ExtraCare Charitable Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of two new trustees. Saqhib Ali and Pamela Stacey bring extensive experience in governance, finance, risk management and strategic oversight.

ExtraCare and Bristol Rovers Run Inspiring Partnership at a Bristol Retirement Village

An inspiring new partnership between Stoke Gifford Retirement Village and the Bristol Rovers Community Trust is bringing creativity and community spirit to retirees in the local area.

Staff and Volunteers honoured for outstanding contributions to ExtraCare

ExtraCare honoured staff and volunteers who have made significant contributions to the organization at this year's Liz Taylor Awards.

Getting to know our Trustees

ExtraCare trustees Janet and Mark discuss their role as trustees, their involvement in our latest EDI strategy and what being a trustee means to them.

ExtraCare joins Women in Retirement Living (WiRL) as its newest member

ExtraCare is delighted to join Women in Retirement Living (WiRL), as its latest Premium Corporate member. WiRL is an organisation dedicated to inclusiveness in the retirement living sector, seeking to grow the sector through diversity and encouraging talent.

Later Life Poetry Competition showcases resident talent

Residents turn poets with nearly 100 entries impressing in ExtraCare's Later Life Poetry Competition.

Annual Liz Taylor Awards honours staff and volunteers

ExtraCare’s annual Liz Taylor Awards have taken place. An impressive 181 staff and volunteers were nominated receiving between them 398 nominations.

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.

Sustainable Living: Creating Eco-Friendly Retirement Villages

Eco groups at ExtraCare Villages have become increasingly prevalent. With residents involved in activities like creating recycling areas and advocating for energy-efficient solutions, the charity is ensuring it moves towards an eco-friendly future.

Jazz Festival promises musical magic across Birmingham

ExtraCare residents and villages will be taking part in the 40th Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival with nine acts performing across the charity’s six West Midlands village locations.