Abbeyfield England

Abbeyfield England is a charitable organisation supporting older people through housing, care and community. With a history spanning 70 years, it was founded on the belief that later life should include companionship, dignity and a place to belong. Today, its network offers around 200 retirement homes across England and Wales, with options designed to promote independence, choice and social connection.

Services include independent living in self-contained apartments with communal spaces, and sheltered housing, also known as assisted living, where residents can enjoy a sociable shared home with daytime staff support. For people needing more assistance, Abbeyfield offers residential care homes with round-the-clock staff, personal care and activities, as well as dementia-friendly care in familiar, secure surroundings. Its housing options also include nursing homes.

Abbeyfield England helps individuals and families explore suitable housing and care through practical guides on moving later in life, choosing care, dementia, health and wellbeing. The organisation also welcomes volunteers and recruits care staff, while working with local communities to enhance older people’s lives through support and companionship.