Later living communities do so much for their residents at times like Christmas to ensure they feel supported and loved during the festive season.
According to AGE UK, almost 1.5 million over 65s have stated that they feel lonelier at Christmas than any other time of the year.
With the world further apart due to travel restrictions following the pandemic, Christmas has become a time where so many people cannot be with their loved ones, and this loneliness can be even more damaging for older generations.
Research from Aging and Mental Health (2003) shows that a sense of belonging is an important protective factor for retirees in combating their loneliness.
Inspired Villages is a retirement village operator which is going above and beyond for its communities this Christmas.
Making a difference to the lives of so many over-65s who can’t always connect with families at this time, is why later-living communities and retirement housing can be the best places to spend the later years of one’s life.
For example, Inspired Villages, Great Alne Park in Warwick is holding events such as festive trips to parks and tea rooms, a day with the ‘Snowman’ chorister and radio presenter Aled Jones, as well as Christmas quizzes and Christmas lunches with exciting live music.
Further up the country in Cheshire at Inspired Villages, Gifford Lea (pictured) residents will be entertained all season long with Christmas craft days, festive carols with the Chester Bath Choir and various Christmas dinners and events.
Inspired Villages are not just a special places to spend the winter months but they also provide a supportive community, incredible social events, and facilities all year round, creating a sense of belonging.
Inspired Villages ensures that everything it does is motivated by the admiration and respect its staff have for their residents with wellbeing and friendship managers onsite at every village.
