FRIENDSHIP AND COMMUNITY IN A FIRST-CLASS SETTING

Being surrounded by a wonderful group of friends and a supportive team has exceeded Michael and Pat’s expectations since they moved to an Adlington Retirement Living community last year.

Having spent 41 years in their family home, the couple decided to buy a ground floor apartment at The Woodlands in Heaton Mersey, Stockport, in August 2022.

Since their move, the combination of supportive staff and friendly neighbours has made a real difference to both Pat and Michael.

Pat said: “The whole set up here is so well run. If I could have handpicked all the people who work here, they would be this team. I mean the staff in the restaurant can’t do enough for us and the duty manager and the general manager, they’re just so willing to do anything that we could possibly ask of them.”

Michael said: “The standard of everything here is superb. It’s absolutely top class and I couldn’t wish for anything more. It’s just what we wanted. The staff are so caring. I can’t speak too highly of them. They always ask if everything’s alright and if there’s anything we need. They’re all great.”

Pat said: “Our neighbours are all lovely too. I can’t believe how lucky we are.”

Since moving to The Woodlands, Michael and Pat have continued their active social lives.

Pat said: “It’s nice that there are all these activities going on that you can get involved with if you want to. There are things going on all the time. We have quiz nights, film nights and take-away meal nights. I’m joining a weekly art class here on a Monday afternoon in the activity room. I used to paint a bit. There’s also a book club and we’re planning to go out to the theatre.”

Their family have been impressed with their parents’ new quality of life too.

Mr and Mrs Parr’s daughter Michelle said: “It’s like being on a cruise ship. There’s a real sense of community and Mum and Dad have made so many friends already. They have a five o’clock club, they meet for lunch, they do keep fit, it’s just given them a whole new lease of life. It’s blown away my misconceptions of retirement living for sure.”

Michael said: “We knew we’d enjoy it, but we didn’t think it was going to be as good as this. It’s everything that I expected and more.”

Why not take a look around an Adlington Retirement Living community to understand the lifestyle and facilities on offer when you rightsize and buy an apartment with us? Perhaps join a coffee morning, arrange a private tour or allow the team to book in a spot of complimentary lunch for you in the restaurant.

To find out more, our friendly sales teams are ready to welcome you at The Sidings in Lytham, The Woodlands in Heaton Mersey, The Folds in Romiley, Jacobs Gate in Sheffield, The Spindles in Menston and The Newells in Kempston. Call 0800 118 1694 to book an appointment or visit Adlington.co.uk You can also register your interest in Broadleaf House in Wylde Green.

“If I’d have known how good life can be, I’d have moved years ago.’’

“If I’d have known how good life can be, I’d have moved years ago.’’