Crouched Friars is a residential care home based in the heart of Colchester. We provide care for older people living with dementia in our home-away-from-home.
We are rated Good by CQC, and invite you to pop in for a cuppa and a chat any time.
26/11/2025
We have been busy bees this month! 💚
Our residents lent a helping hand repotting new houseplants for our newly refurbished lounges and chose pots that match the fresh look of each space.
The plants have brightened the rooms beautifully and it was lovely to see residents getting involved in something creative and hands-on. Activities like this offer a calm sense of purpose and give everyone a chance to enjoy a bit of shared achievement. 🪴
24/11/2025
Musical exercise is a must at Crouched Friars as it helps our residents keep moving in a way that feels fun and familiar. There is something special about pairing gentle activity with favourite songs because it encourages everyone to join in at their own pace while lifting the overall mood of the room. 🎶
These sessions always spark smiles and bring a lovely energy to the day, supporting movement coordination and confidence, while giving residents a chance to enjoy something together.
21/11/2025
With nights growing darker and days getting colder, we're looking back on the wonderful Bonfire Night we held earlier this month. 🎆
As part of our celebrations, here at Crouched Friars, we wrapped up warm and welcomed friends and families for our very own fireworks display, serving up some delicious hot dogs and refreshments!
18/11/2025
Last week, as part of our activities for Remembrance Day, residents were eager to lend a hand as Sharon, our Activities Coordinator, led the making of a poppy wreath for the front door. ❤️
We have such a creative group of residents at our home and they did a fantastic job. The wreath looked beautiful and it was lovely to see everyone take pride in contributing to something so meaningful.
09/11/2025
This Remembrance Sunday, we're honouring the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our freedom. Our residents have been sharing their poignant memories and stories, reminding us of the profound impact of those who gave so much. We stand together, in solemn remembrance, ensuring their legacy lives on.
Lest We Forget. 🌹
07/11/2025
Check out resident Angela showing Chloe how it's done with some dance lessons around the lounge! 💃🏽
We love to encourage residents to get up and moving, and we particularly enjoy it when they show us a trick or two! 🎶
07/11/2025
Free.
Guineapig cage parts.
Please collect from our care home. Ask to speak to Sharon, Paulina or Georgia.
05/11/2025
Did you know that jigsaw puzzles can:
🧩 Reduce stress
🧩 Improve cognitive function and memory
🧩 Maintain motor skills
🧩 Be a great excuse for a cuppa and a chat?
We love seeing our residents stay sharp, relaxed and connected - one puzzle piece at a time. 💛
04/11/2025
We absolutely love getting out and about, especially when there's coffee and cake involved! 🧁☕️
31/10/2025
We always have a blast at bingo! It's a fun way to keep minds engaged and excitement high.
Just don't show this to the grandkids, or they might be shouting '67' all day!
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31/10/2025
🎃👻 Happy Halloween from everyone at Crouched Friars! 🧡🕸️
Wishing all our residents, families, friends and community a wonderful day filled with smiles, laughter, and a little Halloween magic. Stay safe and have a spooktacular evening! 🌙🦇🍬
29/10/2025
What a wonderful day in the kitchen! 🧑🍳 We had a fantastic time with some of our residents, measuring, mixing and rolling out dough to make some beautiful biscuits.
From carefully weighing the flour and butter to cutting out stars and flowers, everyone got involved and showed off their amazing baking skills! The smell in the home was absolutely delicious, and we can't wait to enjoy a well-deserved cup of tea with these tasty treats.
It's moments like these that make our care home feel so warm and happy. Baking is not only a fun activity, but it's also a great way to reminisce, practice motor skills and connect with friends.
Swipe to see a few snaps of our bakers in action and the lovely results! 📸
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Here at Crouched Friars we provide an environment which provides guidance and support to maintain and enhance quality of life.
Ideally located in the heart of Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town, our sympathetically restored part Grade II listed home supports a small community of residents. Our priority is in delivering care that maintains the dignity and individuality of each person, providing both physical and mental stimulation for those with residential care needs.
Our facilities have been tastefully adapted to provide easy access for those with limited mobility, providing suitable wheelchair access along with a lift to all floors. All of our bedrooms have top of the range amenities to make sure residents are comfortable, including TV points, en-suite facilities and comfortable furnishings.
We work with residents and their families to create an individual care plan that will support the resident in continuing their happy and fulfilling life. Every day, carers spend time with residents to ensure they experience maximum physical and mental stimulation.
Whilst Crouched Friars is designed to be an independent setting for our Residents, the home is fully integrated with the local community. Residents often head out to the local shops, post office, library and the church as Crouched Friars is just a one minute stroll from the town centre shops and amenities.
While providing high-quality care is at the heart of what we do, it’s the personal and considerate delivery that makes us special.
