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TOP TIPS FOR DOWNSIZING

AND MOVING

WHY IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO

EXERCISE MEET THE LYNWOOD VILLAGE

CONCIERGE TEAM

HOW KEEPING BUSY

IMPROVES WELLBEING

VILLAGE LIFEV I L L A G E

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Lynwood Lifestyle AW.indd 1 08/08/2017 16:50

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No matter if the sun is shining, the rain pouring or the wind howling, these all-year brownies are just the job with an afternoon tea or coffee or a delicious dollop of ice-cream.

Brownies For All Seasons

1 Pre-heat oven to 180°c (160° fan)

or gas mark 4

2 Line a 20cm x 20cm baking tray

leaving enough baking parchment

around each edge to help lift the

brownie out of the tray.

3 Roughly chop the butter and put into

a medium sized bowl. Add the good

chocolate (broken into pieces) and

place the bowl over a saucepan of

hot water on the stove or cover with

clingfilm and microwave on full power

for two minutes until melted. Stir and

leave to cool to room temperature.

4 In a separate bowl, sieve flour and

cocoa together. Place to one side.

5 Break eggs into a large bowl, add

sugar and whisk until doubled in

size and light and creamy.

6 Carefully add the cooled chocolate

and butter mix using a spatula to

fold it into the egg and sugar taking

care not to knock out too much of

the air that you have put in.

7 Re-sift the flour and cocoa,

gently tip into the bowl and stir

until lightly mixed.

8 Add chopped chocolate

(or raspberries, raisins or

whatever you are using)

9 Carefully pour the mixture into

your lined tin and bake in centre

of oven for 25 minutes.

10 Check to see if it’s cooked by

shaking the tin slightly. If the brownie

wobbles in the centre cook for

a further 5 minutes or until a light

crust forms on top.

11 Remove from oven and leave to

cool in the tray on a wire rack.

12 Remove from tray and cut to

desired shape and size.

13 Finished brownies will keep in air

tight container for two weeks or

up to a month in the freezer.

INGREDIENTS185g unsalted butter

185g of good quality chocolate

(70% cocoa is best)

85g plain flour

40g cocoa powder

50g white chocolate

50g milk chocolate

3 large eggs

275g golden sugar

The following recipe makes about 10 normal sized brownies. Feel free to

experiment by substituting some of the block chocolate for raspberries or

raisins, maybe marshmallows or some nuts – anything you fancy really.

In the winter you could add a touch of whisky or brandy to the mix.

Here is my basic recipe:

METHOD


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Welcome to VILLAGE LIFE

4 Food glorious food! Open all day for

breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and snacks,

Prescott’s is the heart of the village.

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Moving to a retirement village is a big decision. Not only are you moving house, perhaps downsizing from a family home that you’ve lived in for many years, but you’re embracing a new lifestyle and becoming part of a vibrant community.

The idea behind Village Life is to show you what life is like

at Lynwood Village, introduce you to some of our key

people and share some useful insights and information.

On the following pages you’ll find out what goes on at our

restaurant, Prescott’s, meet some of our concierge team

and discover what activities and excursions you can enjoy

when living at Lynwood. We’ve got some useful articles

on why it’s never too late to exercise, with valuable advice

from our head physiotherapist, as well as top tips for

downsizing and moving if you decide that this is indeed the

place for you!

Here at Lynwood the homes are beautiful, spacious and

well-designed but that’s not why people move here. They

move here for company, support and to live somewhere

that makes daily life easier. The first step is to come and

look round.

We’d be delighted to show you what an

amazing place Lynwood Village is and why

it’s an award-winning retirement village.

6 Location, location,

location – find

out what makes

Sunninghill such a

great place to live

8 Always here for you: meet our

dedicated 24-hour concierge team

12 Why it’s never too late to exercise:

advice from our head physiotherapist

16 Facilities to enhance your wellbeing and

quality of life: right on your doorstep

18 Top Tips for Downsizing: how to make decluttering

and the big move as stress-free as possible

20 Map and contact details

14 Care At Lynwood

Village: easy to

access, flexible,

ongoing support

when you need it

10 Things To Do

& Places To Go:

why keeping busy

is the key to

improved wellbeing

Ellen Plumer,

Interim General Manager,

Lynwood Village


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Prescott’s restaurant, bar and coffee shop is the heart of the village, where you’ll find residents, their friends and family gathering to enjoy great food and good company.

Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner (except on Sundays when it closes after

Sunday Roast Club), Prescott’s is the vibrant hub of our community. Drop in any time for coffee,

tea and cake or come along at meal times when things get seriously delicious.

Food glorious

food!


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Lunch SpecialsEvery day our wonderful head chef and their team

create a delicious, freshly cooked hot lunch. Each

day there are two options to choose from, all freshly

cooked and served with a variety of fresh vegetables.

Roast dinner with all the trimmings is Wednesday’s

treat and on Fridays it’s fish and chips! For a lighter

option try the salad bar, a panini or jacket potato.

On Sundays you’ll have to book if you want a table

at Prescott’s Roast Club, which is super popular with

residents, many of whom are joined by family and

friends for the occasion.

A la carte eveningsOur a la carte evening menu is served in the

restaurant where you can join friends and enjoy

a glass of wine at the bar before your meal.

Private dining for special occasionsIf you want to celebrate in style, you can book

The Orchard Room, which seats 18 and our chef

team can design a special menu just for you.

Whether you’re entertaining visitors or just don’t

feel like cooking, Prescott’s is right on your doorstep

providing proper food, beautifully cooked and served

by friendly and helpful staff.

Breakfast like a king!If you’re an early bird you might choose to wander through to

Prescott’s and take breakfast. The menu changes every day, from

designer porridge (choose your own toppings) to pancakes, eggs,

filled croissants and bagels and of course the Full English.


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NATURAL BEAUTIESWindsor Great Park, including Savill Gardens and

Virginia Water, is a wonderful place to visit at any

time of year and offers much to enjoy. Take a stroll

through ancient park and woodland, along tree-lined

avenues where deer roam free in the shadow of

Windsor Castle, and among the interconnected

Savill Gardens with their magnificent horticultural

displays. Take a picnic or stop off at one of the

cafes dotted around the parks.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Nestled between the charming villages of Sunninghill and Sunningdale,

near Ascot in Berkshire, Lynwood Village enjoys a fantastic location that

is both desirable and practical. With a host of beautiful and interesting

places to visit nearby, plus easy access to shops and services you’ll

be able to make the most of your well-deserved leisure time.


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SPORTING EXCELLENCE

If you’re a keen golfer you are spoilt for choice with

world renowned courses at Sunningdale, Wentworth

and Royal Ascot. We also enjoy horseracing at Ascot

which is a five minute drive from the village and every

year we go to Watersplash Lane to see the royal family

in their carriages en route to the racecourse. There

are also local bowls clubs you can join if you want to

perfect your skills outside the village.

THE BIG SMOKE It’s under an hour to London by train from

Sunningdale or Ascot so it’s easy to maintain

links with the capital or to access its culture.

If you’re looking to travel further afield,

Heathrow airport is a mere 20 minute drive,

with Gatwick just under an hour away.

RETAIL THERAPYWe run regular trips to local supermarkets and garden

centres as well as visits to Windsor for its excellent array

of shops and also to John Lewis in High Wycombe. You

can hop on our private minibus so there’s no need to

worry about traffic or parking. For trips further afield you

can book through the village concierge to join a coach

trip that will pick you up right outside the village.

FINE DININGWe regularly visit Coworth Park, to listen to speakers

while enjoying a superb lunch. There are also many

excellent pubs and restaurants in Sunningdale, Ascot

and the surrounding villages so you’ll have plenty of

options to choose from.


Always here for you: The Lynwood Village Concierge team

As you come into Cedar Lodge, the heart of Lynwood Village where all our superb facilities are located, just inside the main entrance you’ll find our dedicated 24-hour Concierge team.

Day and night they are there to provide assistance to residents and visitors, answering

all sorts of questions, taking bookings and payments for classes, events and excursions,

overseeing security and the general services of the village. They are the first point of

contact for people moving into the independent properties at Lynwood Village, playing

a key role in the village’s smooth operations as well as being a comforting and constant

presence for residents.

We asked some of them to share their thoughts about life at Lynwood.

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JORGE “The best thing about Lynwood is the people – the staff and the

residents are so nice; it’s a very friendly community and everyone

looks out for each other. The front desk team gets to know everyone

and I think residents like the fact that there’s always someone to say

hello to them and pass the time of day. When people move here they

are often making some significant lifestyle changes compared with their

previous home, but with the great activity programme on offer and

the warmth of the Lynwood residents and teams, it’s not long before

they begin making new friends and enjoying some of the activities and

clubs on offer. That is what makes this village a great place to work in,

and a pleasure to be part of and see.”


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CAROLINE“If you ask residents what they would say to someone

thinking about moving here, they’d say ‘just do it – and do

it while you’re fit and well enough to cope with the move’.

People really enjoy life here and they feel secure. Being

a concierge here is a really busy role but it’s rewarding

because you play a part in making life a little bit easier for

them. The general rule is, if in doubt ask the concierge –

we’re the ones who know pretty much everything and

always help in any way if we can!”

LINDSAY “You definitely have to be a people person to be a

concierge, we spend a lot of time chatting to residents

even if they don’t need anything from us. Talking to them

is my favourite part of the job. We’re also the eyes and

ears of the village, we’re the first point of call if someone

needs help and I think residents and their families are

comforted by the fact that there is always someone

here to call on.”


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BY SUE SIMONDS

Wellness Manager at Lynwood Village

The key to improved wellbeing &Things

to doPlaces to go

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Getting out and about is equally important and we offer weekly trips to local

supermarkets and shops which always prove to be very popular. Good use is

made of our private minibus by visiting local places of interest, garden centres

and during the warmer months amble and ramble trips to local beauty spots.

We are always happy to organise trips to other locations if residents tell us

where they’d like to go. We use a local coach company for those day trips

further afield and have secured a special collection point outside the village for

the convenience of our residents. We also arrange trips to Coworth Park to

watch the polo or enjoy a speaker lunch.

There’s absolutely no pressure to join in, it’s very much up to the individual to

decide what they want to do but, because everything is right on your doorstep,

it’s easy to get involved.

As well as our regular activities schedule and local trips, we organise evenings

‘out’ in the Village. Whether it’s Chinese New Year, Race or Quiz Nights, the

Summer BBQ, Dinner Dance or an evening with a wonderful singer, we know

how to have a good time!

All these activities and events enable people to make friends, spend time with

others and enjoy easy social interaction without the need to travel or make

special arrangements. From being at home alone our residents suddenly find

they are out and about, making new friends and going home at the end of the

day to a safe, comfortable place where help is always at hand.

PLACES TO GO...One of the wonderful things about Lynwood Village is that there is always someone to talk to. It’s one of the main reasons people choose to move here.

You’ll often bump in to someone in

the coffee shop or on your way to the

pool and it’s easy to meet people and

make new friends. In addition to those

spontaneous meetings we organise a wide

range of activities, events and excursions.

Having somewhere to be and something

to do can have a transformative effect

and we often see huge improvements in

our residents’ mood and wellbeing

when they move here.

There are different activities scheduled throughout each day, so residents always have a choice of things to do.

Our aquatic therapy classes, which

take place in our pool, and our

balance classes for all abilities, are

very popular and participants say they

rapidly notice an improvement in

their balance, mobility and fitness. If

you prefer to exercise on dry land then

a session in the gym with our qualified

and experienced personal trainer, Lee

Cooper, will help you set goals, and teach

you how to use the equipment safely.

After all that exercise it might be time

for a social gathering in the coffee shop

or bar. Some of these are organised as

discussion or interest groups, others just

happen when you bump into someone

and end up staying for a chat. More

cerebral activities include: Social Bridge,

Board Games, Music Appreciation, Knit

and Natter, or the very popular Lynwood

Village Choir and there are regular

evening film screenings too. Residents can

play snooker, carpet bowls, table tennis,

giant chess and croquet or putting on the

croquet lawn at any time.

THINGS TO SEE...


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Head Physiotherapist at Lynwood Village Therapy Centre, Rosaria Toohey, explains why regular exercise is just as important, and potentially even more beneficial, when you’re over 65.

It’s easy to fall into the ‘it’s too late for me, there’s no

point starting to exercise’ frame of mind when you

reach a certain age. It’s especially true if you have joint

pain or any other health conditions; exercise may feel

risky, difficult or uncomfortable. But the benefits are

so significant it can change your life so it’s incredibly

important to try.

Why it’s never too late to exercise (and never too early to start!)

You’re not aiming to run a triathlon or develop a six pack.

Exercise at this age is about enabling you to carry out every

day activities easily, while enjoying better all-round physical

health. Workouts should include simple, functional, repeatable

movements, similar to those you use in daily life, to keep you

flexible and mobile. You’ll be amazed at the difference regular

exercise can make to your balance, stability and cardiovascular

health as well as your stamina and your confidence which are

so important to maintaining a good quality of life.

If you are experiencing any joint or back pain that is preventing

you from getting going, book an appointment with Rosaria

Toohey or one of the Therapy Centre Physiotherapy team to

ease joint and muscle symptoms so you can start exercising!


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START GENTLY AND BUILD UPMake sure the exercise you choose is safe, and guided by

a skilled physiotherapist or fitness instructor. As long as the

programme is moderate, graduated and performed in a safe

environment you can’t go wrong giving it a go. It is advisable

to let your GP know that you want to try and get fitter and

how you plan to do this.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER:�� Gentle rhythmical exercise eases sore

arthritic joints most of the time

�� Feeling a bit short of breath initially as you

start up your exercise sessions is normal

�� Don’t overdo it but start with just 15-20 mins

and gradually increase it to 45 minutes as your

stamina improves

�� 60% of women have indicated that they would

exercise if they had someone to go with. So try

and find an ‘Exercise Buddy’ and enjoy getting

fit together!

An excellent place to get some good safe walking exercise is

with a trolley in a big supermarket or garden centre. Having

a trolley helps keep you steady, and the wide isles afford a

great place to walk steadily up and down. Go at quiet times

if you can. This is particularly useful in the winter when the

pavements may be slippery.

Whatever you choose to do – keep it up and you’ll reap the many rewards of regular activity.

THE MANY BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

Exercise improves the mental health of older

adults. Exercise also improves complexion

and skin vitality, enhances cognitive function

and overall psychological well-being, reduces

depression and anxiety, and increases

self-esteem and social contact.

Department of Health figures show

that only 13% of women and 17% of

men aged 65 and over are achieving the

recommended 30 minutes of physical

activity five times a week making this age

group the least active in the country.

Make sure you find a fitness instructor trained in working with older people like Lee Cooper, our trainer here at Lynwood. If you have arthritis, our aqua classes in the pool are ideal or try one of our balance

classes in the therapy centre.


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Flexible care Even if no care is needed at the outset, our Home Care team is

always on hand to discuss care options and explain what to do if

a resident feels they need additional support. People may want

some short-term assistance if they are not well, for example, or

recovering from an illness or operation. Because our care teams

are staffed by Lynwood employees they become familiar faces

making it that much easier to let them help.

Home Care We have an onsite care at home service. If you feel that you

might need additional support, such as care in your home, our

team of fully trained professionals can assess your individual

needs and develop a tailored package of care, just for you.

There will be regular reviews so that your care package can be

adapted as needs and requirements change. The Home Care

service at Lynwood Village is regulated by the Care Quality

Commission (CQC) and we have a Good rating.

Lynwood Village AND WHY IT SETS US APART

CARE AT

Moving to Lynwood Village is about much more than simply finding somewhere to live. What sets Lynwood Village apart from many other

retirement developments is the optional, ongoing, flexible care and support that our onsite team can provide.


Ancillary ServicesAll residents receive one hour’s housekeeping per week, which

can be used for general housekeeping duties such as vacuuming

and dusting your home and cleaning the internal windows.

If you need help with minor repairs, laundry or indeed any other

domestic task, you can buy additional ancillary services time.

Keeping an eye outIn addition to the hands-on, practical care we offer at

Lynwood, we also keep a watchful eye out for our residents in a

non-intrusive way. Our concierges, facilities and activities staff,

carers, catering teams and therapists all become familiar faces to

our residents and they will be aware if someone hasn’t turned

up to an appointment or doesn’t seem their usual self. We are

all neighbours looking out for each other with the sole aim

of ensuring the welfare and wellbeing of our residents.

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Lynwood Care CentreThis superb, purpose-built care centre is located on the

Lynwood site and provides specialist dementia care,

residential and nursing care. If you or your partner’s care

needs change and you think you might benefit from a

temporary respite stay or a permanent move to the care

centre, the team will meet with you to assess your needs.

Lynwood Care Centre is well-respected with a CQC

Good rating and high occupancy levels. Depending on

your care needs and how best to meet them, we may be

able to facilitate a transition to the care centre (subject to

space and the right type of care being available).


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The World On Your Doorstep

Exercise, companionship, good food, activities and support; everything you need to enhance your wellbeing and enjoy life is right on your doorstep.

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1 Take a leisurely dip 2 Personal training in the fitness centre 3 Relaxing in the library

4 Check mate in the atrium 5 Leisure time with the family 6 Velvet Rooms hair salon

7 Play short mat bowls any time 8 Luxury beauty treatments 9 Prescott’s Coffee Shop

10 Prescott’s Restaurant 11 Croquet fun 12 Hydrotherapy pool 13 Village Shop

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TOP TIPS for Downsizing

“It doesn’t matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.”

CONFUCIUS

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking complex, overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks,

and then starting on the first one.” MARK TWAIN

BY MEIRION SHAW

And that sums up the secret to downsizing.

It might appear overwhelming when looking at it as a whole picture but if you can break it down into small steps then it’s much easier.

And remember there are no prizes for doing it all yourself; it’s OK to ask for

help! It can be an emotional time, especially if you are moving from a much

loved but now impractical family home, but try to stay focused on the exciting

new lease of life your new home will give you.


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1 Decide what you want to keep and make

sure it will fit into your new home.

2 Tackle one room at a time – and as you declutter,

clear the debris!

3 Clothes – measure how much hanging space there is in

your new apartment and mark out the equivalent in your

closet at home. Only keep the clothes you love to wear

or you just love. Take the rest, a bag at a time, to your

local charity shop.

4 Get your paperwork organised. A rule of thumb is

hang onto bills and bank statements for two years and

insurance documents for as long as they’re valid. All your

children’s school reports can be given to the relevant

child as can their artwork from when they were six!

Shred everything else. If you have lots to shred employ

a shredding company – you can hurt your back bending

over a shredding machine for hours.

5 Start a change of address list and:

A rationalise your address book and get someone to

type them into a list which can be printed onto labels.

B make a list of all business, financial, charity, retail

institutions that will need to be informed with their

reference numbers.

6 Eat your freezer empty!

Meirion Shaw, from The Homemover Specialist, is an expert

in helping people move house and downsize, making every

detail run smoothly. If you’d like help with your move,

visit www.thehomemover.co.uk or email Meirion on

[email protected] or call on 01344 723292.

Michael Hawkins, from Home Care Removals is an expert

in assisting people to move safely, smoothly and effortlessly.

If you would like help with any aspect of your move,

call Michael on M: 07834 518125 / 01276 469739

or email [email protected]

SIX STEPS TO DOWNSIZING

The key is to only take the belongings

you love and give yourself permission

to let go of the rest.

1 Obtain a floor plan of your new home and draw

out where items will fit. This will make moving

easier, as your removal company will label and load

according to your plan.

2 Choose a reputable removal company. Ask friends

for recommendations.

3 Decide how much help you need. Removal

companies can supply boxes and packing materials,

packing, unpacking and assembly services, and of

course transportation. Make sure all items are

covered under their ‘Goods in Transit’ insurance.

4 Packing can take longer than anticipated so allow

plenty of time. Ideally it should be done with blankets,

double walled boxes, bubble wrap and industrial film

to ensure safe transportation of all your possessions;

newspaper doesn’t offer breakables enough of a

cushion. If in doubt ask your movers for help.

5 Moving day! On arrival at your new home, start

with the room furthest away, this reduces risk of

damage as you won’t be tripping over boxes. If you’re

unpacking yourself, make sure your moving team

places your boxes where you want them.

Decluttering complete? The next important step is planning what’s going to go where so your removal team can make sure the big day goes smoothly.

HOW TO PLAN THE

BIG MOVE


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Retirement community and Care Centre operated by Ben

Ben – Motor and Allied Trades Benevolent Fund. Lynwood Court, Lynwood Village, Rise Road, Ascot SL5 0FG. A charity registered

in England and Wales (no.297877) and Scotland (no.SC039842). Registered with the Homes and Communities Agency (no. LH3766).

Images used within this document are for representational purposes only.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US:

01344 298 [email protected]

FOR PROPERTIES: 01344 874 250 [email protected]

lynwoodvillage.co.uk

Cedar Lodge, Lynwood Village, Rise Road,

Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 0FGFor satellite navigation please use SL5 0AJ

BEN: Support for life for the automotive industry

Lynwood Village is owned and operated by Ben, a not-for-profit

organisation that partners with the automotive industry to provide

support for life to its people and their families. As an independent

charity, Ben’s tailored, holistic care and support services focus on the

four main pillars of peoples’ health and wellbeing: financial, physical,

mental and social, enabling people to navigate life’s toughest challenges

and empowering them to make lasting, positive change. Everyone

who works, or has worked, in the automotive industry can access

Ben’s confidential, free support services for themselves and their family

dependents. Ben also provides high quality care for those in later life in

care centres across the UK. An automotive industry connection is not

required to buy a home at Lynwood Village.

V I L L A G E

Sunninghill | Ascot | Berkshire


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