ARCO is the main body representing the Integrated Retirement Community sector in the UK. Integrated Retirement Communities offer integrated accommodation, catering and personal care for older people – and are intended to enable residents to remain independent, active and supported as they age. They allow residents to rent or own a house or apartment with all the privacy and independence this entails, but with the reassurance of a friendly community, 24-hour on-site staff team, and daily care and support if it is required. Integrated Retirement Communities improve residents' well-being, help free up housing chains, and reduce health and social care costs for the state. ARCO 's main aims are to: - Promote confidence in the sector, ensuring that all members are providing a high quality service to their residents. To this end, all ARCO-registered schemes have to adhere to the standards laid out in ARCO’s Standards and Compliance Framework. - Raise awareness of the Integrated Retirement Community model amongst older people and stakeholders alike – ensuring that all older people are aware of the variety of housing options available to them; and that policy makers fully understand the ways in which this type of housing provision can meet the lifestyle, health and social care needs of our ageing population. - Increase the volume and quality of expertise within the sector and share this with members, continually investing in research to better understand and promote the socio-economic value of the Integrated Retirement Community model. ARCO was formed in September 2012 by its Founder Members. There are currently over 30 ARCO members, representing more than 50 per cent of all housing with care schemes. Members include both private and not-for-profit providers.
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We enjoyed attending Labour Housing Group’s virtual event yesterday with John Collyns, who recently retired after several years leading New Zealand’s Retirement Villages Association NZ Inc. A fascinating discussion detailing what New Zealand’s former Labour Government did for the #retirementvillages sector, providing insights on what the current UK Labour Government can learn. #integratedretirementcommunities
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Here are a few highlights from the launch of Friends of Auriens, a place for old and new connections to flourish amidst a carefully curated calendar of events. Attendees of our launch party got an exclusive first glimse at what Friends of Auriens has to offer. From classical recitals and intimate talks to art classes, fine dining, and wellness clinics, we’ve curated an exceptional calendar of events designed to inspire and bring people together. #AuriensChelsea #LaunchParty #FriendsOfAuriens
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🚀 We're thrilled to announce the launch of the latest edition of the SHHA Report – packed with groundbreaking insights from industry leaders. 🌍 From managing the shift to a longevity society to the impact of macroeconomic trends on elderly care, this report brings together key perspectives, including: 🔹 Ron van Bloois on improving quality of life across generations 🔹 🐨 Nicola Palmarini on transforming ageing societies 🔹 Richard Valentine-Selsey on market trends 🔹 Sébastien Pauwels on the business benefits of CSRD data 🔹 Ana Cunha, Raoul Thomassen, HELGA CAMALON, Dr. Stefan Voß on impact investing and sustainability 🔹 Candice Blackwood, Kevin Beirne, DROUSSIN Frédéric, Nikolai Schmidt on the resurgence of public ownership models 🔹 Sébastien Berden, Anja Dirks, Tom Sheridan, Gary Burton on affordable senior housing solutions 🔹 Bart Sasim, Scott Eckstein, Naboth van den Broek, Klaus Niederlander on AI's role in senior living 🔹 Scott Eckstein and Michael Voges on the lessons from US and UK markets Plus, in-depth explorations into senior living and care markets in: - Spain / Lourdes Pérez Carrasco, MRICS, Raoul Thomassen - Poland / Andrzej Lejczak, PhD Anna Wiśniewska, Dagmara Kryskiewicz, Jacek Kałużny, Aleksandra Jach, MRICS - The Nordics / Jonas Nolin, Clive Drury, Charles Favard, Martin Persson, Jon van Geffen, Jussi Rouhento, Henrik Rygaard Hensen 📖 Best practices: Exploring Rental Models in Senior Living / Octopus Real Estate ESG and Sustainability in Action / Northern Horizon 🏢✨ State-of-the-art projects from Care Property Invest I Healthcare Real Estate Investor I BE-REIT, Aedifica NV/SA, Cofinimmo, Woonzorg Nederland and Woonwerk Architecten, Swiss Life Asset Managers 🔗 Read the full report and gain insights into the future of senior living and care: https://lnkd.in/dHXn5Wmz #SHHA #SeniorCare #SeniorLiving #LongevitySociety #HealthcareInnovation #ESG #Sustainability #AI #AffordableHousing #GlobalRealEstate #Transformation #NewBusinessModel
Thank you to Emma Burrows of Trowers & Hamlins for being the guest speaker at the ARCO HR Working Group meeting. The session focused on the changes to Employment Law, which was being announced today as the session ran. Great to see so many ARCO Member People and HR leads coming together to collaborate! #HR #HumanResources #retirementliving #integratedretirementcommunities
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Did you know that mental health issues are just as prevalent in older adults as in younger people? Arran Dempster, one of our dementia and mental wellbeing enablers, is here to bust some common myths about mental health in older adults and shares his top tips for combating loneliness in retirement communities. Don't miss this valuable advice! Watch the video now and share your thoughts in the comments below. By sharing this video, you're helping to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health in older adults. Let's break the stigma. #seniorliving #SeniorHousing #retirementliving #WorldMentalHealthDay
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Today we acknowledge World Mental Health Day 2024 & its theme ''Mental Health in the Workplace''. Here at Inspired Villages we understand the challenges that our team members face, and how having a supportive and understanding environment around them is crucial to their mental health. We spoke to some colleagues about how they nurture their mental wellbeing in the workplace; #MentalHealthatWork #LifeatInspired #WorldMentalHealthDay
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It's World Mental Health Day 🌍 💚 Today we are highlighting our commitment to support older LGBTQ+ people's mental health 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ Older LGBTQ+ people have specific needs and struggles due to decades of oppression, criminalisation and hate. We will always show compassion and empathy towards others and build supportive and safe communities for people to be themselves, out and proudly. Tonic was established with the mission to combat loneliness and isolation in older LGBTQ+ people and this is at the forefront of everything we do today. #WMHD2024 #WMHD #tonichousing #tonic #lgbt #lgbtq #elders #retirement #community #care
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Today is World Mental Health Day, a reminder that mental wellbeing is just as important as physical health—no matter our age. At Retirement Villages the mental health of our residents and team is important to us. Our communities are designed to support residents to continue to live active independent lives -whether through social connections, engaging activities, or simply a peaceful moment in nature. Looking for tips on how to stay mentally fit? Visit the Health & Wellbeing section of our blog for helpful articles on fitness, wellness, and mental health. https://lnkd.in/g4GFpgPR #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #ThriveAtAnyAge #RetirementVillages