No - retirement living is very different from residential care or assisted living.

Churchill Living developments are designed for people who are active and independent, but who may want:

• A more manageable home
• Better accessibility
• Fewer maintenance responsibilities
• More security and reassurance
• A stronger sense of community

Owners live independently in their own apartment and are free to come and go as they choose.

For many buyers, retirement living is about removing stress and future-proofing their lifestyle.

Common reasons people move include:

• Downsizing from a larger family home
• Reducing household maintenance and upkeep
• Being closer to shops and amenities
• Improving accessibility
• Feeling safer living alone
• Having support nearby if needed
• Wanting more opportunities for social interaction

Adult children are also increasingly involved in the process, often helping parents find a home that offers more reassurance and practicality long term.

Facilities vary by development, but Churchill Living lodges commonly include:

• Owners’ Lounge with coffee bar and WiFi
• Landscaped communal gardens
• Guest suite for visiting friends and family
• Lift access to all floors
• Lodge Manager during the day
• 24-hour emergency Careline support
• Secure entry systems
• Communal social events and activities

These spaces are designed to make day-to-day life easier while helping Owners stay socially connected if they wish.

Moving to a retirement apartment can free people from many of the responsibilities that come with maintaining a larger property.

Potential benefits include:

• Lower maintenance requirements
• More manageable running costs
• Better energy efficiency
• Simpler layouts designed for accessibility
• Greater convenience day to day
• Easier lock-up-and-leave living for travel and holidays

Many retirement developments are also located close to town centres, healthcare services and transport links, helping Owners stay independent for longer.

At Churchill Living developments, at least one Owner must be aged over 60, with partners typically required to be over 55.

Yes. Churchill Living apartments are privately owned homes. Owners purchase and live in their own apartment independently.

Churchill developments include a Lodge Manager during the day and a 24-hour emergency Careline system for reassurance and peace of mind.