ExtraCare Wixams Retirement Village

29/01/2025

Don't miss out on our special offer in celebration of National Croissant Day!

04/11/2024

Christine, an inspiring 88-year-old resident here at Wixams retirement village is embarking on a unique fundraising effort, marking nearly a decade of using her age as a ‘marker’ to support important causes.

Since moving into the village in February, Christine says making close connections has proven trickier for her than most due to her severe hearing loss.

Despite her hearing aids she has chosen to fundraise for new "Chitty Chat Benches" at her village which will be valuable to many.

The benches will encourage spontaneous social interaction, offering a space for people feeling low to sit and be joined by others for conversation.

The 80-minute daily walks will take place around the lakes at Wixams Village where the safe, well-constructed paths are ideal for her challenge.

Christine hopes that others will join her for some of the walking and those that can will donate to the cause.

If you are able to, please donate to Christine's JustGiving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/christines-walking-challenge

Thank you for taking the time to read Christine's story and for any support given!❤

30/05/2024

Residents, do you have a friend that you would love to live closer to? Would they thrive in the joys of living at Wixams retirement village? Maybe they seek companionship or are looking to downsize?

Whatever the reason, if someone you recommend moves into a ExtraCare location, we’ll give you both £500 each*.

Want to know more? Click the link for full details: https://www.extracare.org.uk/recommend-your-friend/
*T&Cs apply, please read full conditions via our website.

21/05/2024

We are pleased to share the below on behalf of the Development Team.

The Development Team are delighted to announce that we have been granted planning permission to embark on an exciting expansion project for Wixams Retirement Village.

The expansion will see the transformation of the current village into a larger vibrant community, catering to the evolving needs of both residents and the community.

Getting to this point has involved a lot of hard work from a number of people and we can’t wait to get started to bring more homes and facilities to the wider Bedford community.

Learn more about our expansion plans here:
https://www.extracare.org.uk/news/extracare-receives-green-light-for-expansion-of-wixams-retirement-village/

16/10/2023

Did you know it is restart heart day today?

To celebrate staff and residents at Wixams, took part in a training session learning lifesaving techniques.

12/09/2023

🎉 Unveiling the New Us! 🚀✨

Embrace the evolution of ExtraCare as we reveal our fresh look and feel.
Same values, brand new vibe.

Join us on this exciting journey! 🔥

Find out more about our transformation by clicking here ⬇
https://bit.ly/48cCDui

08/09/2023

Something NEW is coming!

Stay tuned and check back on our socials in a few days to find out what it is 👀
Comment below if you think you know what it is⬇️

19/11/2021

We have some exciting job opportunities to work in our bistro.

There is a variety of catering assistant roles available up to 20 hours/ week at £9.50/ hour.
We also have relief posts available across catering, housekeeping and care. This could mean regular shifts to suit you or simplyy covering sickness or holidays.
If you are interested please email Wixams.recruitment@extracare.org.uk

06/10/2021

Cabaret Night
Friday 15th October- 19:30
A trio of singers and a comedian.
Danni Bentley
Dr Phil Soulman
Ali James
Entertainment on your doorstep (£6 for non Retirement Village Residents) (fee payable on arrival at reception)
On site bar open from 19:00-22:00

13/07/2021

Up to £30,000 off new properties at Wixams Village.

Exclusive offers end 31 August!

Discover more about this inspirational community that offers an exciting new opportunity in later life.

To take advantage of these limited savings, enquire today.

To enquire, please visit: http://wixams.extracare.org.uk/

04/06/2021

02/06/2021

📢 Calling all current residents. Would you like to attend a Poetry Workshop hosted by Cruse Bereavement Care?

Join a free, relaxed and enjoyable virtual workshop over Zoom led by poet - Francesca Kay, to reflect on feelings of loss, memories, finding hope, and create poetry together.

📅 Friday 4th June 2021 | 10:30-11:30am

To book a place, please register in advance using this link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtcu2hqTItHtE_ka7Did5pJpLndqkoBBOD