Southport retirees have afternoon tea with Arlene Phillips, CBE
SOUTHPORT retirees joined award winning choreographer and former Strictly Come Dancing judge, Arlene Phillips, CBE, on Tuesday, 24 September 2014, for afternoon tea, at McCarthy and Stone's Assisted Living development, Brunlees Court. Arlene Phillips was treated to a guided tour of the new show apartments in Southport, and was on hand to meet and chat with guests in an intimate Q&A session. Homeowners, their friends and relatives were able to quiz Arlene about some of her recent television appearances such as BBC Celebrity Masterchef, and her latest projects including directing Judy; The Songbook of Judy Garland, choreographing for Edward Watson and the Royal Opera House in Other Stories, as well as her time as a talent judge on Strictly Come Dancing.
Arlene, 72, recently became an ambassador for McCarthy and Stone to launch The Colour Report; a study of over 2,500 retirees which aims to breakdown negative stereotypes of the older generation by highlighting the colourful and varied lifestyles of retirees today. She will be visiting McCarthy and Stone developments up and down the UK this autumn, hosting exclusive tea dances, Q and A's and even dancing lessons for some of the more adventurous retirees. Arlene said:- "I was delighted to visit Brunlees Court in Southport. As an ambassador for the 'The Colour Report' I know that retirees today are redefining what it means to grow old. We are independent, active individuals who are seeking new experiences and fulfilling lifelong ambitions, no matter what our age. The homeowners at Brunlees Court are no different and having met the staff and seen what a bustling community they have there, I just know they'll enjoy every minute of their retirement."
Fiona Brooks, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for McCarthy and Stone, the UK's leading retirement housebuilder, commented:- "We were so pleased to welcome Arlene Phillips to Brunlees Court in Southport. She was such a hit with the homeowners who were really interested to hear about her life of dance, and all her showbiz stories. At McCarthy and Stone we are proud to help older people stay independent for longer and that is why we are so committed to delivering an exceptional lifestyle for our residents at Brunlees Court."
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