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It's that time of year again! The days are getting shorter and the holidays are just around the corner, which begs the question: are you shopping local? Take a look at the wealth of benefits of supporting local businesses this season - and all seasons to come!

In recent years, mental health awareness, understanding and acceptance have increased; and with healthy, progressive discussions happening on a global scale that aim to explore employee mental health, now is the time to take action! Let's take a closer look at how you can encourage and promote mental health and wellbeing in your team.

From birthdays to weddings, there’s a plan for everything including the most important milestone you work toward every day - retirement! Take a closer look at the hard-earned years and create your ideal retirement plan with these tips from our dedicated staff at the Riverstone Retiree Apartments, located in West 5.

One of the most powerful ways to energize our mind, body, and spirit is so shockingly simple! All you have to do is put one foot in front of the other! Take a look at how walking can help improve both physical and mental health, lead to better sleep, and spark some creativity.

You recycle plastics and cardboard, so why not your food waste, too? Explore the wonderful and ancient science of composting! We'll help find the right bin for your lifestyle, arm you with the Dos and Don'ts of composting and provide a few options for how to use it, even if you're not a gardener.

As people look for earth-friendly transportation options, electric vehicles (EVs) have quickly gained in popularity! At West 5, our eyes are on the road ahead, with EV solutions already integrated throughout our net-zero community!

Inspired by the natural beauty surrounding it, Riverstone is a collection of independent, retiree apartments designed to cater to your needs. Fully equipped suites, worry-free living and community amenities ensure you’re living your best life with West 5.

From saving energy to improving air quality, a little green roof can go a long way! Learn more about West 5 Living and how London’s first neighbourhood powered by the sun uses green roof innovation to ensure a net-zero community.

Have you ever come back from a walk in the park or a hike on a trail and noticed that you’re feeling happier, that your mood is lifted and there’s a spring in your step? Then you’ve had a taste of friluftsliv. Read more about friluftsliv and how it positively impacts your life!

It’s that time of year again. The days are getting shorter and the air is getting a little cooler. And with all that, winter also brings us the greatest gift the cold weather could offer: the ability to “hygge”.

An important part of living a sustainable lifestyle is fostering our own health and wellbeing. After all, if we’re going to take care of our planet, we need to take care of ourselves first.

Although the word “sustainability” brings to mind terms like recycling, renewable energy and being eco-friendly, it also involves much more than just these three things. It’s a delicate balancing act. Sustainability arises when we’re able to meet the needs of today’s generation without compromising the needs of future generations.