• WE SPECIALISE IN RESIDENTIAL AND DEMENTIA CARE

  • WE SPECIALISE IN RESIDENTIAL AND DEMENTIA CARE

  • WE SPECIALISE IN RESIDENTIAL AND DEMENTIA CARE

  • WE SPECIALISE IN RESIDENTIAL AND DEMENTIA CARE

  • WE SPECIALISE IN RESIDENTIAL AND DEMENTIA CARE

  • WE SPECIALISE IN RESIDENTIAL AND DEMENTIA CARE

Welcome to Crouched Friars

Ideally located in the heart of Colchester, Essex, Crouched Friars is just a one-minute stroll from the town centre shops and amenities.

Our sympathetically restored part Grade II listed home supports a small community of 55 residents and our priority is in delivering care that maintains the dignity and individuality of each person. We provide both physical and mental stimulation for those with residential and dementia needs, including our own dementia care wing; Colne Lodge.

The facilities at Crouched Friars 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.

Visits from family and friends are heartily encouraged, with guests able to take advantage of our homely communal areas and our beautiful landscaped gardens.

Whilst providing high-quality care is at the heart of what we do, it’s the personal and considerate delivery that makes life at Crouched Friars special.

Latest News

Spring activities to brighten life for residents with dementia

Posted on April 24th, 2025

There’s something magical about spring – the longer days, the blooming flowers, and the gentle warmth in the air all bring a renewed sense of energy and possibility. At Crouched Friars, we embrace this season as a chance to introduce fresh, meaningful activities that help our residents living with dementia feel connected, engaged and uplifted. […]

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Celebrating Mother’s Day When a Loved One Has Dementia

Posted on March 25th, 2025

Mother’s Day is a special time to honour the love, support and care that mums give us throughout our lives. It’s a day filled with appreciation, gratitude and family moments. But for families affected by dementia, the occasion can come with a mix of emotions – from joy and nostalgia to sadness and uncertainty. If […]

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The Benefits of Music When Living with Dementia

Posted on February 12th, 2025

As humans, music can have an incredible impact on us throughout our lives.  We often associate songs and singers with key memories, people and moments from our past. For people living with dementia, this connection can be particularly powerful. Listening to familiar music or music linked to key memories offers a range of benefits, including […]

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