Welcome to the ARCO Suppliers Directory. Please find below a list of specialist suppliers to the Integrated Retirement Community sector.
Autumna
Autumna provides an easy-to-navigate, easy-to-compare online directory and free advice line for people looking at retirement living options throughout the UK. It is a unique and invaluable resource as consumers research their later-life living options. Autumna also supports retirement operators by providing a unique way of promoting their developments, focusing on the development as a whole rather than individual property sales.
Advertising, Advisory, Health and Wellbeing, Marketing and Sales, Retirement Communities
Bath Ethnic Minority Senior Citizens (BEMSCA)
Bath Ethnic Minority Senior Citizens Association (BEMSCA) was established in September 1993 initially to provide a luncheon club service for older members of the Caribbean, Asian and Chinese communities within Bath and North East Somerset. At BEMSCA we offer space where older people can meet and socialise with people from similar ethnic backgrounds to themselves. Members can also access advice and information on a broad range of health, housing and welfare issues which can be a life line for people who do not speak English as their first language. We also offer outreach programme supporting members who are unable to leave their homes because of the health or disability. Through the employment of part time project workers plus a team of volunteers, BEMSCA has provided practical and emotional support for around 200 members facing life of isolation and loneliness at home.
Advisory, Consultancy, Health and Wellbeing, Healthcare Specialist, Retirement Communities
Cubigo
Cubigo is a cloud-based platform transforming the quality of life for older adults across the world. We connect prospects, residents, families, and staff through a comprehensive suite of services like Activities, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Dining, Transportation, and more. The platform increases operational efficiency and improves resident experience. Cubigo is the most robust and leading enterprise software platform to manage daily, non-clinical operations within retirement living communities.
Data Solutions, Health and Wellbeing, Hospitality, Retirement Communities, Technology
EGYM UK
EGYM encourages residents and members to work out independently through Smart Strength equipment and it's ability to automatically set up for each user and guide them on their automated personalised program every step of the way. With innovative feedback loops EGYM encourages users to workout more often and make an impactful difference to their own health. EGYM users over the age of 71 see a strength improvement of 22.7% in just 3 months usage, helping them reduce the risk of falls, be more independent and continue doing the things they love for longer. We already work with some of the most respected operators in the IRC sector. Contact us to find out more.
Data Solutions, Health and Wellbeing, Retirement Communities, Technology
Howden Insurance Brokers Limited
At Howden, we believe we do insurance differently. Our mission is to simplify the insurance process for you, providing expert advice and seamless service, to make buying the right insurance for your care business easier. Our role goes beyond that of an insurance broker arranging policies. As a team of specialists with over 25 years’ experience in the care sector, we understand the challenging, complex and constantly evolving landscape within which you operate. We are committed to providing you with more choice and flexibility with your insurance and risk management programme, so that together, we can tailor the solution to your specific needs. We cater for the full spectrum of your insurance requirements, whether professional, commercial or personal, so that you will receive the right cover and support to help protect yourself, your business, your employees and your service users.
Health and Wellbeing, Healthcare Specialist, Insurance
Jim's Gym
Jim’s Gym is an online fitness and wellbeing community designed for people over 55. We partner with retirement villages and later living communities to deliver structured, accessible exercise and social engagement that support residents’ independence, confidence, and overall well-being. Our programme includes live and on-demand classes such as strength and balance, mobility, seated fitness, Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates and cardio. Sessions can be accessed individually from residents’ homes or streamed communally within shared spaces. In addition to fitness, we offer Book Club, Craft Club, Art Club, Movement Improvement sessions, and monthly nutrition talks delivered by a registered dietitian, supporting physical, mental, and social health. For operators, Jim’s Gym provides a scalable, cost-effective solution that enhances engagement without additional on-site staffing. For residents, it offers structured, enjoyable activities within a friendly and supportive community.
Health and Wellbeing, Healthcare Specialist, People Services, Technology
Matrix
Matrix Fitness - the fastest-growing commercial fitness brand in the world - is the commercial division of Johnson Health Tech, who have over 50 years of experience, expertise, and success in this sector. Matrix comprises a complete range of premium, commercial-grade cardiovascular and strength-training equipment for every fitness and wellbeing facility.
Health and Wellbeing, Hospitality
Nobi
Nobi is the smartest light in the world, focusing on fall detection, fall prevention and fall prediction. It provides peace of mind for seniors and their families, while improving care and communication. With a sophisticated AI-model and cutting-edge technology, it offers safety while meeting the highest design standards. Nobi empowers elderly to live a happy and comfortable life at home. In care facilities, Nobi brings caregivers peace-of-mind by keeping an eye out 24/7. It assures them that when a fall occurs, they can provide immediate help. Nobi eliminates 100% of long lies, crucial as long lie residents have a mortality rate that is 50% higher than fall victims that were helped under 10 minutes. Nobi also supports busy caregivers by taking over administrative tasks, and summarizing important parameters in one easy form. That way, Nobi efficiently supports care professionals and allow them to fully concentrate on their core mission: helping the people to live a happy and comfortable life.
Consultancy, Data Solutions, Health and Wellbeing, Retirement Communities, Technology
Park Grove Design Ltd.
Great interior design has a positive effect on people's quality of life. Park Grove Design has been working to raise standards of design in retirement and care environments for over two decades. We believe in the principles of ‘Inclusive Design’ and design unique and inspirational spaces where there is no need for adaptations due to limited mobility, dexterity or sight. We have no prescriptive style. Instead, we interpret the needs of our clients and the style of the property into effortlessly sophisticated, high-quality interiors. Park Grove produces award-winning interiors: from concept design and procurement through to installation.
Consultancy, Design, Health and Wellbeing, Healthcare Specialist, Retirement Communities
Porters Care
At Porters Care, we are dedicated to proving the value and returns on investment that customers expect when they engage with us. In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, our technology solutions are not just nice to have; but are necessities. The need to reduce falls and pressure sores among elderly and vulnerable individuals is pressing, and our products provide a transformative, continuous automated remote monitoring solution. By combining innovative technology, advanced monitoring capabilities, and automated alerts, we not only enhance patient well-being but also reduce the burden on healthcare staff. Our solutions have proven real world benefits reducing falls, reducing the burden of manual turns, improving patient care with the potential to generate significant cost savings. Our products are not just a technological innovation, they are a testament to our commitment to providing the highest standard of care for those who need it most.
Advisory, Consultancy, Health and Wellbeing, Retirement Communities, Technology
RCKa Architects
RCKa is one of the UK's leading designers of homes for later living, winning recognition for its work through numerous Housing Design and HAPPI Awards. We work across the UK for the public and private sector, with projects spanning from Kent to Cheshire. Our people-centred design approach has resulted in us winning Social Value Architect of the Year Award on two occasions. We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including masterplanning, site acquisition support, design, delivery and advice on modern methods of construction (MMC). The practice is widely recognised for its expertise in strategic design, engagement and placemaking. We have secured planning approvals for sustainable communities on some of the country's most challenging sites, thereby unlocking value which consistently exceeds the expectations of our clients. This has led to the delivery of fully integrated developments with a focus on wellbeing, enabling residents to thrive. Founding director Tim Riley brings over 25 years of experience in specialist housing, with a focus on later living.
Architecture, Consultancy, Design, Health and Wellbeing, Planning
Symphony Hearing (UK) Limited
Symphony Hearing was established in 2018 by a team of professionals passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred care. We provide a full range of in-house hearing services, supporting clients in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Our services include: Alongside our hearing care services, Symphony Hearing also delivers specialist acoustic support. This includes our advanced room kit systems designed to support people with and without hearing loss, as well as the supply, installation, servicing, and repair of hearing loop systems all fully compliant with British Standards.
• Hearing assessments
• Earwax removal
• Hearing aids and ongoing support
Construction, Health and Wellbeing, Healthcare Specialist, Retirement Communities, Technology
Technogym UK
Founded in 1983, Technogym is a world leading brand in products and digital technologies for fitness, sport and health for wellness. Offering a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand training experiences and apps, Technogym allows every end-user to access a completely personalised training experience anytime and anywhere. With over 2,500 employees Technogym is present in over 100 countries. More than 100,000 Wellness centers and 500,000 private homes in the world are equipped with Technogym. Technogym has been appointed Official Supplier to the Paris 2024 Olympics for the ninth time, after Sydney 2000, Athens 2004, Turin 2006, Beijing 2008, London 2012, Rio 2016, Pyeongchang 2018 and Tokyo 2020.
Data Solutions, Design, Health and Wellbeing, Technology
The Care Workers' Charity
The Care Workers’ Charity was first set up to help the UK’s almost 2 million care workers to get through financial crises. We provide crisis grants to care workers, signpost them to support services and work to raise the profile of their vital work. We know this changes lives – every month the people we help tell us how a CWC grant has enabled them to face the future with renewed hope. While financial help can be all that is needed in some cases, we also recognise that many issues faced by individuals working in care cannot be fixed by grants alone. We are working with care workers and care providers to tackle these issues, creating the support structures that people need whilst actively promoting the immense contribution that care workers make to our society.
Health and Wellbeing, Retirement Communities
The Gold Standards Framework
Increasing numbers of people are now living in retirement villages, communities or schemes. As such, in July 2018 The Gold Standards Framework CIO (GSF) launched the Retirement Village Quality Improvement Training & Accreditation. GSF is a leading training provider in the health and social care sector, helping teams deliver personalised, quality care so that people can live well until they die. GSF helps you to provide residents with care that is proactive - with earlier anticipation of need, and more person-centred, built on advance care planning discussions offered to every resident to help them create the space to clarify their wishes, goals and preferences for the future. The programme also enables providers to deliver care that is systematic, involving everyone with improved communication with other health and social professionals resulting in more coordinated care for your residents. This programme is specifically tailored to suit the needs of an ageing population - for all people in their final chapter of life, enabling them to live well, helping to provide ‘gold standard care for their golden years’.
Health and Wellbeing, Healthcare Specialist
The Senior Move Partnership
The Senior Move Partnership provides specialist and bespoke support helping people to relocate to a Retirement Living solution. Established in 2012, we've grown to become a trusted and experienced partner in the IRC sector - working with the majority of the UKs leading operators. With over 70 trained, trusted and experienced Senior Move Managers we are able to provide support throughout the UK. We only work in the Retirement Community and Care Home sector - enabling us to focus on what we do best - providing bespoke and reassuring relocation support for Later Living. In addition to providing the physical and emotional support to the older person during a move - we also work closely with the Retirement Community to ensure any barriers to the move are addressed and that sales and rentals proceed. From practical downsizing, 3D floors plans, Utility switch and online change of address support, arranging the Removal service, liaising with auctioneers and clearance companies, to unpacking and creating the new home on move day - we ensure that the older home mover has the support they need to make their move happen.
Health and Wellbeing, Marketing and Sales, People Services, Property Services, Retirement Communities
The Together Project
The Together Project is the national charity that boosts wellbeing, reduces loneliness and fosters stronger, happier communities through joyful intergenerational experiences. Our range of programme offerings bring younger and older people together to form meaningful friendships. From 'off-the-shelf' solutions to bespoke programme design, we work with partners to create impact, value and life-changing outcomes.
Health and Wellbeing, People Services
ukactive
ukactive exists to improve the health of the nation by getting more people, more active, more often. ukactive provides services and facilitates partnerships for a broad range of organisations, all of which support our vision and have a role to play in achieving that goal. We represent and champion over 7,000 members and partners from across the public, private and third sectors, from multinational giants to local voluntary community groups. We do so by facilitating partnerships, campaigning and providing outstanding membership services.
Consultancy, Health and Wellbeing, People Services, Planning, Project Management
White Oaks Compass Group UK&I
At White Oaks, we believe thoughtful details turn dining into an experience and living into a lifestyle. Food is central to retirement village life-it brings people together, supports wellbeing and creates daily moments of joy. As a trusted senior living food service provider, White Oaks enhances residents’ quality of life through flexible, meaningful dining solutions designed for retirement communities. We offer two tailored service models. Through our Fully Outsourced Catering program, we manage every aspect of the kitchen and dining experience, from menu planning and sourcing to preparation and service. Our teams deliver fresh, high-quality meals with warmth and care, ensuring every dining occasion feels personal and satisfying. For villages that prefer in-house operations, our Catering Procurement Plus solution offers strategic support and purchasing expertise. We help teams access sustainable ingredients at competitive prices, streamline suppliers and apply best practices that improve efficiency. At White Oaks, dining is the heart of village life, an opportunity to foster connection, celebrate health and bring joy to every day.
Food, Health and Wellbeing, Hospitality, Property Services