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10 Today

Our campaign to increase physical activity amongst older people across the country, helping to reduce social isolation and improve the physical and mental wellbeing of participants – all starting with 10 minutes of exercise.

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Standing Up 4 Sitting Down

Our national initiative to improve people's access to their local high street by increasing the amount of seating available to those who need it

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Anchor in the news

Getting the nation talking about later living

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Highlighting the issues that matter

We run a wide range of campaigns and frequently undertake research to help raise awareness of issues that impact the lives of older people. 

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Latest press releases

Music4theMind
16 May 2022

Music4theMind

Our care homes launch dementia music therapy programme to support residents living with dementia and upskill carers in their understanding of the power of music.

Inspirational colleague wins prestigious award for her dedication to residents
5 Apr 2022

Inspirational colleague wins prestigious award for her dedication to residents

Keshia McDonald, a Team Leader at Harden Hall care home won the national Dementia Carer Award on Friday 18 March.

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4 Apr 2022

Housing and Care provider, Anchor confirms its new Legal Services Panel

Anchor, England’s largest not for profit provider of housing and care for people in later life, is pleased to announce the appointment of its new legal services panel of seven firms.

Anchor welcomes Denise Peart as Non-Executive Director
31 Mar 2022

Anchor welcomes Denise Peart as Non-Executive Director

Denise Peart has been appointed to the Board of Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of older people’s housing and care.

#BreakTheBias: breaking down barriers and challenging stereotypes in the property industry
8 Mar 2022

#BreakTheBias: breaking down barriers and challenging stereotypes in the property industry

This year’s hashtag for (IWD) is #BreakTheBias, and we’ve spoken to Leanne Taylor, Land Manager at Anchor, on what International Women’s Day and #BreakTheBias means to her.

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1 Mar 2022

Fragmented UK

Independent for longer – new report exposes desire for independence and community in later life.

We made it to the final of the HealthInvestor Awards 2022!
21 Feb 2022

We made it to the final of the HealthInvestor Awards 2022!

We have just been announced as a finalist of the 2022 HealthInvestor Awards in the Large Care Provider of the Year category.

Second consultation for an LGBT+ majority Extra Care housing development in Manchester
15 Feb 2022

Second consultation for an LGBT+ majority Extra Care housing development in Manchester

The development will be built on the former Spire Hospital site in Russell Road Whalley Range Manchester.

John Brookes shares his apprenticeship experience with us
9 Feb 2022

John Brookes shares his apprenticeship experience with us

John, who was born and raised in Walsall, started as a Catering Assistant Apprentice at our Harden Hall care home and has thrived in his role, progressing to Chef Manager.

Local resident wins avid learner category in national awards celebrating living in later life
17 Jan 2022

Local resident wins avid learner category in national awards celebrating living in later life

Ruth named Avid Learner as part of a national awards celebrating living in later life run by Anchor.

Winners of national cycling challenge crowned
4 Jan 2022

Winners of national cycling challenge crowned

We're celebrating after crossing the finish line of their national cycling challenge – Get Set, Cycle.

Anchor moves to real living wage and posts positive half year results
2 Dec 2021

Anchor moves to real living wage and posts positive half year results

Anchor has today posted a strong financial performance in its half year results announcement.

Anchor and Ore Oduba rock around the Christmas tree to celebrate the power of dance
1 Dec 2021

Anchor and Ore Oduba rock around the Christmas tree to celebrate the power of dance

New research reveals the nation’s love of dance and highlights the physical, mental and social benefits of dancing for people of all ages as Anchor launch new Move Into Christmas wellbeing campaign.

Anchor Chief Executive wins Outstanding Contribution Award
23 Nov 2021

Anchor Chief Executive wins Outstanding Contribution Award

Jane Ashcroft CBE, Chief Executive of Anchor, has won the Outstanding Contribution Award at the prestigious LaingBuisson Awards.

Anchor win Best Urban Regeneration Project at the Inside Housing Development Award
12 Nov 2021

Anchor win Best Urban Regeneration Project at the Inside Housing Development Award

Anchor has been announced as winner at the 2021 Inside Housing Development Awards in the Best Urban Regeneration Project for our housing development Walrond House in Hackney, London.

Anchor welcomes new Executive Director
8 Nov 2021

Anchor welcomes new Executive Director

Suki Jandu has joined England’s largest not-for-profit provider of older people’s housing and care as Executive Director – Housing Services.

Anchor Wins HealthInvestor UK Senior Housing Award 2021
26 Oct 2021

Anchor Wins HealthInvestor UK Senior Housing Award 2021

Anchor has been announced as winner at the 2021 HealthInvestor UK Senior Housing Awards in the Small Development of the Year category.

New research explores shift in public attitudes to social care, as Anchor encourages the nation to consider a career in care
19 Oct 2021

New research explores shift in public attitudes to social care, as Anchor encourages the nation to consider a career in care

New research launched today by Anchor uncovers a profound upswing in respect and admiration for the social care sector since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our campaigns

  • Get Set, Cycle

    Get Set, Cycle

    Now with the country gradually reopening and with various restrictions lifted, we want to make sure these good habits remain. To celebrate both this and the remarkable power of cycling...

  • 10 Today

    10 Today

    10 Today aims to increase physical activity amongst older people across the country, helping to reduce social isolation and improve the physical and mental wellbeing of participants.

  • Standing Up 4 Sitting Down

    Standing Up 4 Sitting Down

    We are Standing Up 4 Sitting Down and calling on shops to help older people access the high street by providing adequate seating in public spaces. Find out more.

  • Programme for Change

    Programme for Change

    Anchor's Programme for Change aims to transform the lives of older people.

Our research

We produce research papers and work with leading bodies to create reports on a range of topics that impact the lives of older people.

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Latest news articles

How is your spring measuring up?
10 May 2022

How is your spring measuring up?

Our care homes are going head-to-head this spring to see who can grow the tallest sunflower. Learn top tips on how to grow the tallest sunflower and how you can get involved!

COVID-19 – keeping everyone safe and well
15 Mar 2022

COVID-19 – keeping everyone safe and well

Here we’ve set out what you need to know should you or a loved one be looking to live in one of our locations, you’re visiting someone you know, or you’re calling in for work reasons.

Gardening competition winner highlights the benefits of gardening on wellbeing
12 Jan 2022

Gardening competition winner highlights the benefits of gardening on wellbeing

Anchor resident John Trubshaw, who won a national competition for his fruit and vegetable garden, is encouraging the public to start their own gardens to help boost their wellbeing.

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20 Dec 2021

Anchor 2021 Christmas and New Year opening times

Over the 2021 festive period our teams will still be on hand to answer your queries. Find out more about changes to our opening times.

Meadow Court Christmas Fair spreads festive cheer
13 Dec 2021

Meadow Court Christmas Fair spreads festive cheer

Members of the local community came together with family and friends for a fun filled day at a Christmas Fair held at Meadow Court retirement development on Sunday 5 December.

Elderwood care home praised by care regulator
8 Dec 2021

Elderwood care home praised by care regulator

Elderwood care home in Darlington is delighted to have been classed as Good by the care home regulator the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the second highest rating possible.

Hair aficionado becomes salon assistant at St Edith’s Court
25 Nov 2021

Hair aficionado becomes salon assistant at St Edith’s Court

St Edith’s Court care home in Leigh-on-sea gets a new assistant at the in-house hair salon.

Former member of the Observer Corps celebrates 100th birthday
22 Nov 2021

Former member of the Observer Corps celebrates 100th birthday

Dorothy Marshall, resident of Anchor’s Primrose Court care home in Leeds, has celebrated her 100th birthday amongst family, friends, and the care team. 

Wetherby Manor residents take part in Remembrance Sunday parade
18 Nov 2021

Wetherby Manor residents take part in Remembrance Sunday parade

Residents at Wetherby Manor care home said they were overjoyed to take part in the annual Wetherby Remembrance Sunday parade after it was cancelled last year.

Harden Hall carer wins Dementia Carer Award at Great British Care Awards
9 Nov 2021

Harden Hall carer wins Dementia Carer Award at Great British Care Awards

Keshia McDonald has triumphed at the West Midlands Regional Finals of the Great British Care Awards 2021, which recognise excellence across the care sector.

Maple Dene care home unveils new resident spa
8 Nov 2021

Maple Dene care home unveils new resident spa

Maple Dene care home in Birmingham has opened a brand-new spa where residents can enjoy indulging in a variety of treatments.

Linwood holds Spooktacular Halloween fancy dress competition for community
27 Oct 2021

Linwood holds Spooktacular Halloween fancy dress competition for community

Linwood care home is calling on the local community to put on their spookiest costumes for a virtual Halloween costume competition.

Ridgemount care home in Chef crosses finish line of first ever marathon to raise funds for residents
5 Oct 2021

Ridgemount care home in Chef crosses finish line of first ever marathon to raise funds for residents

A chef from Ridgemount care home in Banstead has been celebrating after he achieved his lifelong goal of completing the Virgin Money London Marathon.

Rose Court care home holds party for 101-year-old resident
4 Oct 2021

Rose Court care home holds party for 101-year-old resident

A resident at Rose Court care home in Southwark celebrated her 101st birthday last week with a party for her relatives, friends, and staff along with a special visit from the Mayor of Southwark.

Ridgemount care home chef prepares for first marathon to raise funds towards technology for residents
30 Sep 2021

Ridgemount care home chef prepares for first marathon to raise funds towards technology for residents

A chef from Ridgemount care home in Banstead is running his first ever marathon with the hopes of raising enough money to buy technology which will help improve the wellbeing of residents at the home.

Nelson Lodge care home holds auction of late resident’s artwork
28 Sep 2021

Nelson Lodge care home holds auction of late resident’s artwork

To celebrate National Day of Arts in Care Homes, Nelson Lodge care home has launched an auction of the artwork of a late resident.

Mayflower Court care home enjoys last days of summer with party
7 Sep 2021

Mayflower Court care home enjoys last days of summer with party

Anchor’s Mayflower Court care home in Southampton have made the most of the warm summer days with a special party.

Hanover Court celebrates grand opening of communal hub with ribbon cutting ceremony
31 Aug 2021

Hanover Court celebrates grand opening of communal hub with ribbon cutting ceremony

Celebration was in the air as a Milton Keynes retirement housing scheme officially opened their communal hub.

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