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Finding Forever: Ann Mary and Vic’s Journey to Vista

Ann Mary and Vic, now proud Vista homeowners, embarked on a remarkable journey before finding their forever home with Platinum Skies with a retirement property in Dorset. After moving a staggering 11 times, they knew they wanted to find a place that not only met their practical needs but also provided a strong sense of…

Benefits of downsizing after retirement

Moving from a large house to a more suitable living arrangement during retirement can offer several compelling advantages. Here are some reasons why downsizing or moving to a more age-appropriate home after retirement might be beneficial: Reduced Maintenance: A larger house requires more time, effort, and money to maintain. By moving to a smaller home…

How our part exchange service can make selling your home easier

Have you been considering the benefits of downsizing and moving to a retirement community? If so, Platinum Skies offers an exciting proposition that could make the transition smoother and much less stressful - our Part Exchange scheme. Let’s take a look at how this could be the key to unlocking a more comfortable and carefree…

Health and wellbeing benefits of living in a retirement community

Platinum Skies communities are for anyone over 55. We all know 55 isn’t considered old nowadays, but it’s a time when many people start thinking of how they’d like to spend their later years. They’ll be thinking about where they may want to live, and how they want to spend their time when they have…

Embracing Chapters: Graham and Jan’s Path to Support

Decisions about where to live are never easy, but for Graham and Jan, the choice to move to Chapters, a retirement property in Wiltshire was a profound one. The primary factor behind this decision was Jan's early onset dementia, prompting the couple to think seriously about their future. They needed a place that would not…

The benefits of owning a pet for seniors

Did you know 62% of UK households have a pet? And that there’s 25 million cats and dogs living with their owners across the country? That’s a lot of four-legged companions!  As a huge amount of people have found, there’s many benefits to owning a dog, a cat, or another type of pet.  Owning a…

Find your Next Adventure: Holiday for less

Get the most out of your retirement years and… Get More with George and KEEP UP to date with our MONTHLY newsletter, where we will cover all the best deals of the season! If you love adventure and are looking to book your 2023 holiday, then this month's top tips are perfect for you. To…

Celebrity chef cooks up a storm with Esprit homeowners in Poole

A celebrity chef helped our Esprit homeowners to whip up a host of culinary creations at their Poole retirement community during a special event. Lesley Waters, who has appeared on Ready, Steady, Cook, and This Morning, joined our homeowners, who are aged 55 and over, in the bistro at Esprit, based in High Street North,…

Best Garden Centres in Taunton, Somerset

For many people, their gardens are where they find their zen, whether it’s relaxing in it, hosting a garden party or growing new plants. Gardening offers many benefits to your health from improving your physical wellbeing by strengthening joints and muscles, and it can be used as a great way to care for your mental…

Dating for over 50s: Best online sites & dating advice

Why is dating so hard in your 50’s? Looking to start dating again? We have put together some top tips for over-50s dating to help you find your next love! Dating after 50 might sound a little intimidating, but don’t worry, we’ve put together this helpful guide to help you get started. It doesn’t matter…

Get Out: Best places to go on a budget

October: Have fun and save on your next day/ night out! This month we are focusing on FUN days out and DEALS that will help you save money, without having to miss out on the action! We can’t imagine anything more freeing than finally having the time to enjoy the leisurely things to do that…