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The Forever Role: Mothers Never Retire

Being a mother, like many roles involving caring for others, is one of the hardest jobs out there but it can come with a lot of reward as well.

17 Mar 2020
Blog
Retirement Life
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For the Love of Books

In celebration of Book Week we consider the benefits reading has on us and the story behind an Audley village library...

4 Mar 2020
Blog
Retirement Life
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A Happy Retirement and the U-Curve of Happiness

We all aspire to live a happy retirement and the ‘U-curve of happiness’ is all about how we can embrace that neurological and psychological sweet spot in later life.

19 Feb 2020
Blog
Retirement Life
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The best is now

Why 'save for best' when every day is a special occasion? It's high time we celebrate our prized possessions rather than hiding them away.

23 Jan 2020
Blog
Retirement Life
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Why wait? Experience true luxury travel

There are not many over 55’s travel experiences that can offer true luxury both at sea and on land, however, this is exactly what Regent Seven Seas Cruises achieves with each and every voyage.

17 Jan 2020
Guest Blog
Retirement Life
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Tips for a smooth Christmas

With all the enjoyment and goodwill that Christmas brings, comes the pressure and occasional family tensions that go with it. Here are our tips on how to plan a smooth ‘together’ Christmas.

13 Dec 2019
Top tips
Retirement Life
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How to turn your home into your retirement fund

We need to start sooner, thinking in our fifties about where we want to be and how we want to live.

8 Oct 2019
Guest Blog
Retirement Life
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Walk the Test another way

Mr Finney, owner at Stanbridge Earls, recounts his 44 mile walk on The Test Way

29 Sep 2019
Your stories
Retirement Life
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Right-sizing? I blame the hedge!

Mrs Anne Foster owns a property at Chalfont Dene and has kindly written a very honest review on her decision to right-size and her perspective on life in an Audley village...

18 Sep 2019
Your stories
Retirement Life
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8 'late bloomers' who found success in retirement

It’s not uncommon for celebrities to take early retirement with their larger-than-life salaries, however some choose to head back to work and find huge success through doing so.

2 Sep 2019
Blog
Retirement Life
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When should you retire?

British people are working harder than ever, leading many to consider early retirement. But how early is too early?

2 Aug 2019
Blog
Retirement Life
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A jargon-busting guide to retirement living

Are you thinking about retirement plans? As retirement experts, we explain the tricky terminology and take on frequently asked questions about retirement living.

13 Jun 2019
Blog
Retirement Life
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Retirement villages – the key to unlocking the housing and social care crises

When I started Audley, over 20 years ago, I had a vision for the future of housing for later life; a retirement village which offers the facilities of a spa hotel but with care on hand...

24 May 2019
Guest Blog
Retirement Life
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8 Retirement properties that look like luxury hotels

Is this a retirement property or luxury hotel? With Audley's unique retirement villages, with luxury facilities in beautiful locations, it's hard to tell the difference.

28 Apr 2019
Competition
Retirement Life
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How to train for a marathon at 60

Thinking about running a marathon but are 50 or over? The good news is it’s never too late to start and can have all kind of health benefits.

27 Apr 2019
Top tips
Retirement Life
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How to clear up your adult children's clutter

Is your empty nest filled with your children's clutter? Whether you spring clean or decide to downside, our guide will help you move on with your life.

18 Apr 2019
Top tips
Retirement Life
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Retirement property with artistic heritage

Every inch of an Audley Village is thoughtfully and tastefully decorated. Our walls are no exception. Every Audley Village boasts an exquisite variety of historic paintings, some dating back to the 19th century.

15 Apr 2019
Blog
Retirement Life
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9 cracking alternatives to Easter eggs

Need some inspiration for the grandchildren this Easter? Audley’s gift buying guide is here to help.

2 Apr 2019
Top tips
Retirement Life
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10 steps to feeling safe when living alone

Suffering from nuisance phone calls, cold callers on the doorstep or noisy neighbours? Follow our guide to feeling safer when living alone.

29 Mar 2019
Top tips
Retirement Life
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How retired people can be the most charitable

Three inspiring stories of how three Audley women are changing the world through causes close to their hearts.

8 Mar 2019
Blog
Retirement Life
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Guide to online dating for over 50's

Want to try online dating but worried about your age? Don’t be. Online dating is on the rise amongst more mature people, so here’s how you can join in.

23 Jan 2019
Top tips
Retirement Life
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Mrs C celebrates 100th birthday at St Elphin's Park

One of our loveliest owners, Mrs C, who lives at St Elphin's Park with her daughter, celebrated turning 100 years young this week

18 Jan 2019
Your stories
Retirement Life
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Senior Move Partnership: Top 10 Tips for Tackling Downsizing

The Senior Move Partnership share their tips on reducing the stress of relocating and downsizing later in life

16 Jan 2019
Guest Blog
Retirement Life
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9 Christmas gift ideas for your grandchildren

Not sure what presents to buy your grandchildren this Christmas? Audley’s gift buying guide is here to help.

18 Dec 2018
Top tips
Retirement Life
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