Accommodation Options

Articles about different types of housing suitable for retirement living. We cover retirement villages, care homes, sheltered accommodation and international options for retirees.

Information About Care Homes in Retirement

Care homes provide 24-hour support with accommodation and meals for people who can't live independently, whether short-term or long-term.

Mobile Homes in Retirement

Mobile homes offer retirees an affordable way to downsize, starting from around £20,000, with single-storey layouts ideal for mobility concerns.

Moving in to a Hospice and What to Consider

Understand what hospice care involves and how to decide between home and facility care for a terminal illness.

Questionnaire: Can I Purchase a Holiday Home in Retirement?

Work through these five questions to figure out if buying a holiday home in retirement is realistic for your financial situation.

Questionnaire: Is Your Home Right for Retirement?

Check if your home is truly ready for retirement with this practical questionnaire about layout, accessibility, and support systems.

Retirement Property Abroad

Moving abroad for retirement looks appealing, but you need to understand the real costs beyond the property price itself.

Retirement Villages

Retirement villages offer UK retirees independent living with access to support as they age, filling a gap between home living and full-time care.

Sheltered Housing

Sheltered housing offers older people independent living with emergency support from a manager or warden when needed.

The Top Places to Retire

Compare the best UK retirement destinations from Devon's sunny coast to Chester's charm, plus house prices in each location.

Top Places in the World to Retire to

Retiring abroad means weighing climate, taxes and healthcare against cultural fit, so here are the top destinations British retirees are actually choosing.

Using Shared Ownership in Retirement

Shared ownership lets retirees buy a portion of a property and rent the rest, freeing up cash while reducing the commitment of full homeownership.

What Is Assisted Living?

Assisted living offers independent living with on-site support for people who need help with daily tasks but don't require full-time care.

What Type of Retirement Home Would Suit Me Best?

Figure out which retirement home suits you by answering four key questions about your health, lifestyle, budget and social needs.