Helping to protect this vital resource for retired men
The McCarthy & Stone Foundation and the team behind Davison House, a new over 60s Retirement Living community offering Shared Ownership in Daybrook, Nottinghamshire made the donation to help fund new projects for the next 12 months.
Francis O’Malley, Chair at Men in Sheds Blidworth, says, “The donation means we can purchase the materials and equipment we need. This will help members with their own projects, as well as those that will benefit the local community.”
Declan Fishwick, Business Development Manager at McCarthy & Stone, adds, “Supporting the communities close to our developments is a key focus at McCarthy & Stone and we’re delighted to lend a helping hand to Men in Sheds in Blidworth. As a company specialising in the development of welcoming communities for retirees, the happiness and welfare of older people is at the heart of everything we do. We look forward to seeing Men in Sheds continue its work in supporting the wider community.”
About Blidworth Men in Sheds
The Men in Sheds Group provides a friendly meeting place for local men in their 50s and beyond. Located at Burma Road Industrial Estate the workshop-style initiative encourages members to share and learn new skills, from refurbishing furniture to wooden toy making, while putting the world to rights over a brew.
According to Age UK, more than one million older men now live alone in the UK. Many face issues, such as bereavement or loneliness due to worsening health or mobility. Initiatives like Men in Sheds can help by encouraging new friendships, improving self-confidence and offering a sense of purpose.
Blidworth Men in Sheds was originally funded by Age UK but from January 2026, the group will be independently run by its members and volunteers and will rely heavily on donations.
About The McCarthy & Stone Foundation
The McCarthy & Stone Foundation supports grassroots, volunteer led charitable causes, including those that promote the health and wellbeing of older people. The donation is just one of several being made as part of McCarthy & Stone’s Happier, Healthier Project which aims to provide financial assistance to community groups.
About Davison House Retirement Living Community
Now available to buy off-plan, Davison House in Daybrook, is close to a wide range of local amenities including supermarkets, a medical centre, a retail park, St Pauls Church, Coopers Brook Pub and a Bowls Club. It offers a mix of one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with private patios or Juliet balconies. Homeowners will benefit from access to stylish communal spaces, including a well-appointed lounge and beautifully landscaped gardens. For peace of mind, each property will benefit from a 24/7 emergency call system, while a House Manager will be on-site during office hours to keep everything running smoothly.
To make retiring in style more accessible, all properties are available through Shared Ownership which reduces the upfront cost of a new retirement living property.
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