Our care & retirement living blog

Discover the top 10 popular activities for elderly people in care homes, promoting engagement, joy, and well-being through fun and meaningful experiences.

In this blog we showcase 10 of the best luxury care homes featured on the Autumna website.

Using pets as therapy has a number of emotional, physical and cognitive benefits for nursing home residents. Check out our blog below to find out more.

Discover essential tips to consider when choosing the best care homes in the UK. Our blog provides expert guidance to help you find the ideal facility for you.

For many older people, gardening is not just a hobby but a way of life. But what if they suddenly need the support of a care home? Are there any that encourage green fingers? If there are, this article will help you find them.

Nowadays it’s much easier to identify care homes that take the food they offer seriously, so if you are asking yourself, “How can I find a care home with really good food?” then this blog should help you.

How can music help people with dementia feel calmer, happier and more connected to people? Find dementia-friendly playlists here.

A chance to socialise means the world to some older people. Day Care services for respite provide an opportunity to laugh, learn and listen to like-minded people. Here's how. 

Women's retirement savings are on average £69,000 while men's savings equate to £205,000. Autumna looks at why women’s retirement funds are less than men's in the UK and how that affects their choice of care.