Where to begin
Make your way through our guides to help you on your journey through retirement.
From learning more about the types of housing options for older people to brushing up on the latest health and wellbeing advice, you'll find a wealth of information in the sections below.
Click through our guides below to help you on your journey through retirement
Moving into retirement living
Moving house or relocating can be challenging at any age, but as people get older it can seem an impossible feat. From finding your next home to packing your possessions, it can feel like there are a lot of tasks to complete. However, this needn’t put you off; there are many reasons an older person may choose to relocate into a new home.
Whatever your reason for relocating, our tips will help you in your move.
Moving into a care home
Choosing a care home can be emotional for everyone involved, whether due to a sudden health event or a gradual need for support. Planning ahead and gathering information can make the transition smoother and less stressful.
Having difficult conversations
Conversations about health, care, managing of finances and moving home are not everyday topics and lots of us don’t feel confident when bringing them up. However, it’s important to have these conversations so you can ensure that your loved ones are thinking about the future and know you are there to help.
Health and wellbeing
In this section you'll find hints and tips on living a healthy and active lifestyle in later life. It's not just about eating healthily and staying active, but also looking after your mental health.
Living with Dementia
At Abbeyfield, we want all of our residents living with dementia to live the way they want. In this section, you'll find out about the ways Abbeyfield supports our residents living with dementia and a list of organisations you may find useful.
Families and relationships
As we get older, relationships with family, friends and loved ones can change over time. Here we talk about the changes in different chapters in your life.
End of life planning
Thinking about end of life can be difficult, but being well informed of all your options can help alleviate any stress and give you confidence that your wishes will be met.
In this section we'll cover planning your funeral, making a will and signpost helpful organisations for end of life planning.