Residents are preparing to move into their new luxury retirement homes which are set to open next month in Saughall Massie.

Registrations are still open for the new Poppyfields extra care apartments, but residents are advised to be quick as the demand for the state of the art facilities is high.

Specialist housing association, Alpha Living, is encouraging those interested not to delay as it has already received 300 expressions of interest for the 78 apartments.

Residents who have already reserved their new homes are preparing to move in and have been enjoying virtual tours of their apartments, the newly landscaped gardens and the on-site bistro.

Alpha Living’s chief executive, Graeme Foster, says the pandemic and associated struggles with isolation and separation from loved ones has sparked important conversations for many people who may have been avoiding planning for the future. 

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He said: “The Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns have affected us all in different ways.

“For many people it has exacerbated the huge challenges of isolation, loneliness and barriers to independence. 

“For some it has opened up important conversations about the future which otherwise may have been left too late.

“Making an active decision to move can often be a rewarding and positive step.”

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Poppyfields’ beautifully designed, self-contained apartments will provide independent living for people over the age of 55 but with the reassurance of onsite care and support available 24 hours a day, if needed. 

This innovative development will provide families of residents with the peace of mind that their loved ones are safe and secure and have access to all the help and care they may need now or in the future. 

Care provided at Poppyfields could include; personal care, assistance with medication, preparing meals, some cleaning and laundry and general advice and support on keeping healthy. 

Mr Foster said: “It’s been great to hear how people are excited about our ethos and community at Poppyfields which will encourage activity, fun, a buzzing social scene and a place where everyone can be heard.

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“It may be months or even years until some of our residents will need to access our 24/7 on-site care and for others they can access the level of help they need from day one.  

The Poppyfields development is open to people living in Wirral or with a local connection.

The homes would be suitable for anyone struggling to manage in their own home and needing a little help to stay independent

Mr Foster added: “We will also provide a delicious cooked meal every day in a communal lounge, there will be a hairdressing salon on site and residents can arrange to have cleaning and odd jobs done for them and help with personal care if and when needed.

“We can’t wait to welcome our new residents into Poppyfields and see new friends and neighbours settle in.” 

For more information and to register interest in Poppyfields click here.