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  • Health & wellbeing

Yoga for the Over 60s

Thinking about taking up yoga in retirement? Our expert explains the benefits and the best poses

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  • Health & wellbeing

Top 10 balance exercises for seniors at home

Our top 10 balance exercises for seniors at home (with pictures) can help you reduce the risk of falls in later life, so you can focus on a happy retirement.

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Back strengthening exercises for seniors

Our 10 easy back strengthening exercises for seniors can help with everything from pain reduction to balance and mobility so you can stay independent for longer.

An older woman peacefully asleep in bed with an alarm clock in the foreground highlighting sleep needs for older adults.
  • Health & wellbeing

Do you need less sleep as you get older

Many people believe you need less sleep when you get older, but is it true? Find out with our expert guide which includes sleep tips for older adults too.

Brenda takes part in fitness class with a personal trainer at her McCarthy & Stone retirement property in Oxfordshire.
  • Health & wellbeing

Meet 87 year old fitness fanatic Brenda

Brenda feels ‘fit as a fiddle’ thanks to the exercise classes held at her retirement housing in Albert Court, Henley-on-Thames.

Grieving older woman coping after death of spouse
  • Health & wellbeing

How to rebuild your life after the death of a spouse

Losing a life partner is one of life’s hardest challenges. These practical steps are here to support you as you learn to cope after the death of a spouse.

Woman makes a pottery vase in the craft room at her Retirement Living PLUS McCarthy & Stone retirement home
  • Health & wellbeing

5 Inspirational Retirement Stories

Looking for inspirational retirement stories? Be inspired by 5 real-life retirement stories from our homeowners and start adding to your bucket list. Read more.

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  • Health & wellbeing

5 emotional stages of retirement

Did you know there are five emotional stages of retirement? Discover the emotional signs you need to retire with McCarthy & Stone’s expert guide.

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  • Health & wellbeing

Stephen overcomes loneliness to start a new life in Beccles

Loneliness was a feeling that was no stranger to Dr Stephen Hubbard, following the death of his wife, Joan, last year.

Personal trainer, Ben Broadhead, leading an older adult exercise workshop. Ben sits on a chair with his arms outstretched and the other people in the room copy his movements
  • Health & wellbeing

Over 70s Exercises at Home

Discover five easy and effective home exercises for seniors over 70 — recommended by personal trainer, Ben Broadhead. Learn more.