{"id":44692,"date":"2021-02-02T14:44:43","date_gmt":"2021-02-02T14:44:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/?p=44692"},"modified":"2023-01-03T15:37:20","modified_gmt":"2023-01-03T15:37:20","slug":"keeping-connected-in-later-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/keeping-connected-in-later-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping connected in later life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.8&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||37px||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Adlington Retirement Living&#8217;s communities boast a safe, secure and happy environment with a circle of friends on the doorstep and a sense of belonging at its heart<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s a thriving community at Adlington&#8217;s developments offering new friendships, social events and safe activities that you can dip into whenever the mood takes you.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0<\/em><em>\u201cIt\u2019s better for both of us here. We\u2019ve made friends already. We should have moved years ago,\u201d say husband and wife, John and Jean, aged 84 and 79, who live at <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/southport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sailings in Southport<\/a>, Merseyside.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Homeowners have the option of relaxing in the hair salon, therapy room, coffee lounge and enjoying the table service restaurant. And when they want to spend some quiet time on their own, they can retreat to their beautiful, self-contained apartment.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Warm-and-Cosy.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Warm and Cosy&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;55%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;26px|17px|||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|6px|||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;float:left;&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-22px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Home comforts with a touch of style<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no better feeling than being warm and cosy in your own home when it\u2019s cold and dark outside. With that in mind, all Adlington&#8217;s apartments have a feature fireplace with integrated fire, with rooms fitted with high quality, hardwearing 80 per cent wool carpets that reduce heat loss and add a touch of luxury.<\/p>\n<p>All developments are packed with energy-efficient features to keep bills low, such as full thermal insulation, double-glazing and cost-effective heating.<\/p>\n<p>Apartments have been designed to make everyday life easier, safer and more comfortable. The fitted kitchens come with integrated appliances, and every apartment has a user-friendly layout. There are spacious storage cupboards and specially-designed wet rooms combining practicality with style.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Adlington-Retirement-Living-looking-out-for-each-other.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Adlington Retirement Living looking out for each other&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;62%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px|-16px|2px|25px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||2px|4px|false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;float:right;&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking out for each other <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adlington&#8217;s strong sense of community and friendly management teams have been a reassuring boost to homeowners during the recent lockdowns.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cIt\u2019s been nice to have the company of the staff. They\u2019ve taken care of all my needs, even doing some shopping. It\u2019s given my son peace of mind too, as he lives in Yorkshire,\u201d says Doris, aged 87, who lives at <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/ramsbottom-lancashire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Cottons in Ramsbottom<\/a>, Bury in Greater Manchester.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Alexandra Johnson, Sales and Marketing Director for Adlington Retirement Living, explains: \u201cAlthough our restaurants had to temporarily close, our catering teams offered the same high standard of freshly-prepared, delicious lunchtime meals and delivered them directly to our homeowners\u2019 front doors, always maintaining social distancing and sanitising trays between deliveries.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Our team members also went shopping and collected prescriptions and we created pop-up shops at each development to provide a safe and easy way to buy up everyday essentials.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Many of our homeowners chatted to each other from their private balconies and patios and our staff managed to foster a community spirit whilst adhering to social distancing measures.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cIt\u2019s much better here than it would have been in our previous home in lockdown,&#8221; said\u00a0John and Marcia, aged 82 and 78, who live at <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/ramsbottom-lancashire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Cottons, Ramsbottom.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;We have these beautiful gardens to walk around and to admire. We\u2019re very happy here.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>A smart approach to care <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the aspects that appeals to many of owners is the fact that optional, tailored care is available as and when it is needed, for as long as it is required.<\/p>\n<p>Alexandra Johnson explains: \u201cWe offer a personal approach to care to ensure that everyone receives just the right amount to maintain their independence, allowing owners to enjoy their retirement to the full.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhatever your needs, the 24-hour on-site staff are there to look out for your wellbeing, and arrange tailored personal care.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It\u2019s completely flexible, so should you find that your requirements change in the future, the discreet care team will be able to accommodate and support you.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>All apartments are fitted with a 24-hour emergency call system.<\/p>\n<p>The sophisticated emergency call system not only covers each private apartment but the entire building and gardens, for added peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.8.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-24px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;-24px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||4px|false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>A warm welcome for pets too<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/?attachment_id=44708\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44708 alignleft \" src=\"http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Adlington-Retirement-Living-Alice-and-Luna-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"173\" height=\"312\" \/><\/a>Adlington is always happy to welcome well-behaved pets to its retirement communities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c<em>Having the dog, it helps a little bit,&#8221; says\u00a0Alice, 88, who lives at <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/cheadle-stockport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Chimes in Cheadle<\/a>, Greater Manchester with her dog Luna. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;It gives you a bit of comfort. And the staff are wonderful.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Find out more<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With spacious, well-appointed apartments and a unique approach to independent living, Adlington maintains its homeowners don\u2019t have to compromise on their independence, privacy or social life.<\/p>\n<p>If you would like to find out more about Adlington Retirement Living, a range of furnished show apartments are available to view with a pre-booked appointment, in line with strict Government safety guidelines, at <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/cheadle-stockport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Chimes in Cheadle<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/southport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sailings in Southport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/macclesfield-cheshire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Bridges in Macclesfield<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/romiley-stockport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Folds in Romiley<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/ramsbottom-lancashire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Cottons in Ramsbottom<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/locations\/sheffield-yorkshire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jacobs Gate in Sheffield<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Call 01260 288900 to find out more or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/adlington.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adlington.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/?attachment_id=44716\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-44716  aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Screenshot-2021-02-02-at-12.52.15.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"466\" height=\"106\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_map address=&#8221;Manchester, UK&#8221; 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