News 0 16th December, 2021 Vista homeowners enjoy fun and laughter at festive Christmas lunch Our homeowners in Parkstone got together to enjoy fun and laughter during a host of festive fun at their annual Christmas lunch. Scores of over-55s who live at Vista, our independent-living community based in Mount Road, enjoyed a three-course meal, including a traditional Christmas dinner, drinks, crackers, and music. Afterwards, Mel Litchfield, Vista’s Community Manager,… VIEW ARTICLE >
News 0 16th December, 2021 Salisbury homeowners enjoy festive fun at Chapters’ Christmas market Our homeowners in Salisbury got together for a host of festive fun at their own in-house Christmas market. Scores of over-55s who live at our Chapters independent-living village off Wilton Road enjoyed music, drinks, mince pies and the opportunity to purchase a host of items including handmade crafts at the market. It was just one… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 10th December, 2021 5 Signs & causes of Vitamin D Deficiency in Seniors If you are feeling tired, achy, or irritable you could have a vitamin d deficiency. Find out what the main signs are, and the best ways to get vitamin d into your body. Vitamin D is vital for maintaining healthy teeth and bones, and as we grow older it’s increasingly important to make sure you… VIEW ARTICLE >
News 0 1st December, 2021 Salisbury homeowner enjoys ‘buzz of the city centre’ close to Platinum Skies village One of our fantastic Salisbury homeowners has reflected on her first year living in our ‘happy, fun and welcoming’ Salisbury independent-living village in the city centre. Reflecting on the first year as a Platinum Skies Homeowner Elizabeth Adams, 81, moved to Chapters, off Wilton Road, at the start of the year, and says that she… VIEW ARTICLE >
Christchurch 0 22nd November, 2021 The best Christmas Markets in Dorset & Wiltshire Twinkling lights, mulled wine, a festive atmosphere and fabulous gifts, get ready for this years Christmas Markets. In this blog we will highlight some our our favourite Christmas Markets in Dorset & Wiltshire. The best Christmas Markets in Dorset Christmas Markets in Dorset offer a lovely festive experience that are perfect for enjoying with the… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 20th November, 2021 What is independent senior living? Independent senior living means being able to live entirely independently in later life with communal spaces to socialise and connect with your neighbours. We have a vast selection of homes and apartments for over 55’s at Platinum Skies. What are the benefits of independent living? An antidote to loneliness About one-third of seniors live by… VIEW ARTICLE >
Retirement Living & Lifestyle 0 3rd November, 2021 Platinum Skies homeowner finds friendship and sense of community aged 93 in Salisbury retirement village A Salisbury homeowner has found friendship and a new-found sense of community at the age of 93 in our retirement village in the city centre. Moving to Platinum Skies in Salisbury Jack Francis moved from South Wales to his new apartment in Chapters to be closing to his daughter who lives in Laverstock. Jack said… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 28th October, 2021 Elderly Drivers: When to stop driving Believe it or not, there’s no legal age at which you must stop driving in the UK. It’s up to the individual to decide when they should stop if they don’t have any medical conditions that affect their driving. Find out in this blog how changes to your health can affect your driving and how… VIEW ARTICLE >
Events 0 25th October, 2021 Quantock House’s new homeowners get together to meet each other over afternoon tea Scores of homeowners for our new Taunton independent-living community came together to meet each other while enjoying afternoon tea. This was the first opportunity for all new homeowners to get together ahead of moving into our new independent-living community, Quantock House. Living in the heart of Taunton This luxury apartment complex for people aged 55… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 11th September, 2021 Best garden centres in Wiltshire Regardless of whether you’ve had your garden for five months or 50 years, there’s great joy to be had by spending time in the garden. It offers huge benefits to your wellbeing and there’s nothing better than buying your favourite plant or something new to spruce up your window box, patio, or small or large… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 9th September, 2021 Best Restaurants in Salisbury Salisbury is a popular Cathedral city, situated in Wiltshire just 20 miles from Southampton and 30 miles from Bath. The Cathedral is often what draws people to Salisbury, but many are surprised about how much more this historic place has to offer. Alongside its many historic links, Salisbury also offers a wealth of activities that… VIEW ARTICLE >
Events 0 8th September, 2021 Public invited to learn about lifestyle offering at Platinum Skies Taunton We are inviting the public to learn more during our open week about the lifestyle that we will offer at a new independent-living community in Taunton later this month. Platinum Skies Taunton Open Week The special event takes place from Monday 20 to Sunday 26 September at the Taunton community based in Paul Street in… VIEW ARTICLE >