Bournemouth 0 26th June, 2020 Six perfect drinks for a sunny day The temperatures are soaring and it's a golden opportunity to make the most of your balcony or precious outdoor green space. At Platinum Skies, many of our retirement living locations have extensive communal spaces and bistro facilities where you can enjoy a socially-distanced drink with friends. You can make the most of fresh air and a blue sky, all… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 26th June, 2020 The 8 emotional stages of coping in a heatwave Summer is officially here, and temperatures are predicted to reach scorching levels. But a heatwave can be quite a roller coaster when it comes to your mood. At Platinum Skies, are retirement properties are designed to be light and airy. With private balconies and extensive communal gardens. But for many, the scorching summer months can… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 17th June, 2020 Hospital cleaners share top tips for keeping your home virus-free It’s always nice to have a clean home – and right now, home hygiene is especially important. Although it’s unclear exactly how long the Covid-19 virus lingers on surfaces – and the risk of infection depends on lots of things, including the type of surfaces contaminated and the amount of virus shed – but keeping… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 17th June, 2020 7 ways to help people who may be suffering with loneliness Social distancing and the impact of lockdown has meant an increase in the number of people longing for some sort of connection with others. Research by The Co-op and the British Red Cross from before the coronavirus crisis, found more than nine million people in the UK were either always or often lonely. But that figure… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 17th June, 2020 10 ideas for a self-care day at home At Platinum Skies, we understand the benefits of taking time to look after yourself. Many of our retirement living locations have treatment rooms and visiting massage and pampering experts. According to researchers, investing in self-care can help us to reduce stress, improve our emotional health and have an overall better quality of life. Self-care is essentially… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 17th June, 2020 Men’s Health Week: Five heart-healthy foods Heart disease is still the world’s biggest killer. As men get older, heart health becomes a major priority. Not only are heart disease and stroke the leading causes of death globally, but experts say that they’re more likely to affect men than women too. “The average human heart pumps around 9,000 litres of blood around the… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 10th June, 2020 Quiz: Can you match these 20th century events to their decades? Quiz: Can you match these 20th century events to their decades? A global trip down memory lane. It’s already strangely difficult to remember a time before coronavirus, though we’ve been assured that there was one. The headlines have very rarely been dominated so wholly by a single topic, but a dip into the history books… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 10th June, 2020 8 bizarre facts you never knew about dogs No other animal inspires the same devotion as the dog (sorry, cat people), and there’s any number of reasons why dogs are, at least by number of households, the most popular pets in the world. At Platinum Skies we welcome pets, because we know how much joy and wellbeing benefits they bring to our vibrant… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 10th June, 2020 10 calming hobbies to take up now Keep stress at bay with these mindful pursuits. Keeping yourself busy is easier said than done at the moment. After the umpteenth week staring slack-jawed at Netflix, taking part in repetitive Zoom quizzes and idly tapping through everyone else’s social media, things can start to feel a bit ‘Groundhog Day’. What you really need is… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 10th June, 2020 11 reasons we’re really missing restaurants right now Remember when you could just wander into a restaurant, sit down, and get fed? We miss it too. At Platinum Skies, many of our retirement living locations have extensive communal spaces and bistro facilities where you can enjoy a coffee with friends and a wide-selection of nutritious meals. We can't wait to re-open these facilities and are awaiting new… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 5th June, 2020 This is how wellbeing experts start the day A good morning routine can set you up for the day – but where to start? Mornings can be rough at the best of times, but when it feels as though the days all roll into one – with no weekend plans or evenings out to break things up – it can be all too… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 5th June, 2020 Six ways to style a snap-happy shelfie At Platinum Skies, we provide the highest build and design quality for your home. This means you have a wonderful canvas to express yourself and put your own stamp on your property; we even have a handyman service available to help with fixtures and fittings. Such as shelves, which are having a serious interior design… VIEW ARTICLE >