FAQs - Retirement Property Questions

Care homes typically provide single-room accommodation for rent, whereas in our retirement villages and developments you own or rent your own private property. Care homes fees are usually inclusive of personal care. We do not offer nursing care and although we offer care and lifestyle support our aim is to ensure those living in our developments benefit from an environment which allows them to maintain their privacy and independence to the maximum. Living in a McCarthy Stone property means you are living in your own home which can be decorated and arranged exactly to your taste and preference.

While we can provide a high level of personal care to those who need it, many people who move in with us don't need this straight away, but have the peace of mind that they’re protected for the future.

A clear difference between care homes and our homes is that the retirement properties are available for purchase, meaning that your beautiful new home really is yours.

Extra care, assisted care and Retirement Living PLUS are terms used interchangeably for the same development type. Retirement Living PLUS developments are exclusive for the over 70s and offer assisted living facilities including an on-site bistro/restaurant. This includes an hour of extra care every week, plus more care and lifestyle support as and when you need it.