Cardiff and Swansea retirement communities say thank you to local keyworkers this Easter

This past year has been one of the most challenging we have all ever had to face. However, new research from McCarthy Stone has shown that 74% of the over-65s are now optimistic about the post-pandemic future thanks to the continued Covid-19 vaccination roll-out[1].

As restrictions begin to ease, 68% also said that after receiving the full vaccine they have the confidence in seeing friends and family again[1]. And as thoughts turn to the future, the homeowners at Fern Court Retirement Living development in Swansea and Llys Isan Retirement Living Plus development in Llanishen have said a huge “thank you” to all the local keyworkers who have been working hard to keep everyone safe and connected during these difficult times.

The McCarthy Stone team made a special Easter delivery to keyworkers at Sketty and Killay Surgery and North Cardiff Medical Centre on behalf of all the homeowners at Fern Court and Llys Isan, which was full of Easter eggs and handwritten cards offering personal messages of thanks.

Rosemary Grimaldi, Estate Manager at Llys Isan, comments: “These past few lockdown periods have certainly been challenging for all of us. We have such a fantastic community here at Llys Isan and we didn’t want to lose that spirit, so we have worked hard to make sure everyone has felt supported, connected, and happy throughout this difficult time.

“All the homeowners here at Llys Isan are really grateful to the local keyworkers, particularly for working so hard to roll-out the Covid-19 vaccination. It’s definitely put them at ease, as well as brought a huge sense of relief to the community.

“Now that restrictions are loosening, we’re all looking forward to re-starting some of the social activities with the homeowners, such as coffee mornings and armchair exercise classes. Hopefully we can get back to some kind of normality by the summer.”

Nicki Beswarick, Divisional Marketing Manager for McCarthy Stone Southern, commented: “The keyworkers across Swansea and Cardiff have gone above and beyond, and continue to do so, to ensure the local community receive their vaccination. With nearly three quarters of over-65s now feeling optimistic about the future[1], the vaccine has certainly brought hope and comfort to our homeowners and their families.

“It’s really important that we find ways to connect with our community, despite the challenges we are all currently facing, so we thought it was only right to thank our local keyworkers with a special delivery to try and spread some happiness this Easter.”

The Fern Court Retirement Living development provides everything the over 60s could want for an enjoyable and independent retirement. The homeowners’ lounge will be perfect for socialising with new neighbours, and homeowners will be able to make the most of the landscaped gardens knowing all the maintenance is taken care of. A House Manager will take care of the day-to-day running of the new community, while secure entry systems and 24-hour emergency call points will provide added peace-of-mind.

While Retirement Living Plus development, Llys Isan, has been exclusively designed for the over 70s, and will provide all the same features and facilities, as well as being managed by a trained Estate team who will be on hand 24-hours a day. Retirees will also have access to flexible domestic care packages which can be tailored to provide varying levels of support. Retirement Living Plus developments also benefit from a bistro restaurant serving freshly prepared meals daily.

Prices at Fern Court currently start from £199,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and £287,000 for a two-bedroom apartment, while prices at Llys Isan currently start from £247,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and £352,000 for a two-bedroom apartment. Rental and part-buy part-rent options are also available.

More than nine out of 10 customers would recommend McCarthy Stone to a friend, ensuring it has received the full Five Star award for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation for 16 years’ running.  McCarthy Stone is the only UK housebuilder of any size or type to achieve this accolade for 16 consecutive years, which is every year the awards have been run.

McCarthy Stone also received the Housebuilder Special Recognition Award 2020 for working hard to protect its customers – Covid-19 infection rates among homeowners are significantly below the national rate of infection across all age groups – and for innovation in the retirement sector.

For more information on retirement living in Swansea and Cardiff, please call 0800 310 0383 or go to www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/south-wales.