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  • Health & wellbeing

Life after retirement: How this couple conquered acting careers after 60

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100 Years Since Armistice

2018 marks 100 years since the end of conflict – a year to remember the bravery of those who fought, lived and died in the First World War.

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Combating Loneliness: A Homeowner’s Experience

The passing of a life-long partner is, of course, devastating and changes your life irrevocably. Regardless of how near they lived to you, or how resilient your character, a feeling of loneliness is inevitable following your loss. 

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Scottish Developments for Active Retirees

Make the most of your retirement and enjoy more time for the things that matter, whatever that might be. Whether you’re a sports fanatic, outdoor adventurer or history enthusiast, we have an apartment to suit you. Discover our top pick of developments for active retirees, guaranteed to help you enjoy retirement living to the full. 

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Retire to the Scottish Coast

Make the most of retirement living with these popular developments situated on the Scottish Coast. 

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A user’s guide to health ratings

You can check how well a hospital performs, if a new GP surgery is right for you and whether a dentist is taking on NHS patients, courtesy of online searches. We show you how

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Making your memories last forever

It’s never been easier to keep your most precious memories alive. From personalised photo albums and keepsakes to specially commissioned biographies and films, there are many ways to create a very special legacy – and have a lot of fun while you’re doing it. Here are a few ideas to inspire you 

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How we help every step of the way

McCarthy & Stone knows that communication is key when it comes to making a decision as big as moving into a retirement development, which is why it has staff ready to talk through the process, says Rachel Halliwell

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I wish I’d made the move sooner

Having moved to a McCarthy & Stone development, many homeowners feel they’ve had a new lease of life. Rachel Halliwell speaks to three of them